What should I do if I have not been contacted by any tradespeople?

Most job postings on Rated People receive interest within a few hours. However, sometimes a job may not attract immediate responses. This can happen for several reasons, including seasonal demand, tradespeople availability, or the level of detail provided in the job description.

Make sure your job description is clear and detailed

To help attract the right tradespeople, it’s important to include as much relevant information as possible when posting your job. A clear and accurate description allows tradespeople to quickly understand whether the job is suitable for them.

We recommend including:

• A detailed explanation of the work required
• Photos, if possible
• Clear timelines for when you would like the work completed
• An accurate budget estimate

Providing this information helps tradespeople decide whether they can take on the job and increases the chances of receiving suitable quotes.

Updating or extending your job

If you realise that your job description is missing important details, you can make one amendment to the description, as long as the job has not yet been purchased by any tradespeople.

You can also extend the job posting, which keeps it active on the platform for longer and gives more tradespeople the opportunity to view and express interest in your job.

If tradespeople have shown interest

Sometimes tradespeople may express interest in quoting but may not contact you immediately. If you receive a notification (via email or SMS) that a tradesperson is interested in your job, you may also choose to reach out to them directly to discuss the work.

If your job still hasn’t received interest

If your job still hasn’t received any responses, you may wish to adjust your job description, update your budget, or repost the job at a later time to help attract more tradespeople.

Providing clear information and keeping your job updated will help ensure you receive the most relevant quotes for your project.