Day ratesin London.

Per person, labour only, against the UK average.

PlumberUK £150–£270, source PriceYourJob
£180–£280
ElectricianUK £150–£280, source PriceYourJob
£160–£250
BuilderUK £150–£400, source MyBuilder
£233
RooferUK £150–£250, source PriceYourJob
£250–£350
PlastererUK £130–£170, source PriceYourJob
£160–£250
JoinerUK £130–£170, source PriceYourJob
£160–£250
Bathroom fitterUK £180–£350, source Bathroom Mountain
£250–£350

Only trades with a published figure for London are listed. The UK figure is shown when it comes from the same source, so the two compare fairly. Checked 28th September 2026. All regions.

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