Tradie check made easier

Harry Hammoud from Revesby’s Mr Flow Plumbing Services, is already on the register and applauds the initiative.
“It’s a very good move for a tradie to be on the register as it makes it so much easier for a customer to check whether they are licensed,” he said.
“I would encourage all tradies, especially those starting out, to register their details to give the customer peace of mind.”
Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government, Victor Dominello, said the updated public register website would ensure customers hired a qualified tradesperson.
“Whether you’re hiring a plumber or builder, the NSW Government is improving transparency and the way customers can get the information they need,” he said.
It also includes a timeline capturing licence history.
“This allows customers to view licence activity for approvals and compliance items, such as whether the licence was previously cancelled,” he said.
Minister for Fair Trading, Eleni Petinos, said more than 5,600 homebuilding complaints were received in 2021 by NSW Fair Trading, with more than 600 of those related to unlicensed tradies.
“It is important consumers protect their investments by making sure they hire the right people for the job,” she said.
The enhanced public register is available at verify.licence.nsw.gov.au/home while the existing public register is still available at onegov.nsw.gov.au/publicregister.