For Tradies
Photos That Sell: How Tradies Can Showcase Their Work Online
By TradieCorner Team · · 1 min read
A homeowner comparing tradies online will look at photos of past work before they read a word of your description. You don't need a professional camera or any design skill to get this right — just a few habits that make a big difference to how your work presents.
Shoot before you pack up, every time
The easiest way to end up with no photos is to leave it until later. Get into the habit of taking a few shots the moment a job is finished and cleaned up — before tools, offcuts or your van are back in the frame.
Light and angle matter more than the camera
- Natural light beats flash almost every time — shoot near a window or outdoors where you can
- Straighten the shot and get the whole feature in frame, not just a close-up corner
- Before-and-after pairs are one of the most persuasive formats you can use
- A few different angles of the same job beat one rushed photo
Keep the background tidy
A great installation photographed next to a pile of rubbish or a cluttered bench undersells the work. A quick tidy of the immediate area before you shoot takes a minute and changes how professional the whole job looks.
Put them where people are actually looking
Photos only help if they're visible where a potential customer is comparing options — on your business profile, in the TradieCorner directory, and anywhere else you're listed. A profile with real photos of real jobs stands out against one with none.
This article is general information only and isn't legal, financial or trade advice. Requirements vary by state and territory and by the type of work.
