Guides
Labour hiring guides
Plain-English guides for construction companies: what labour agencies really cost, how to hire vetted workers directly, and where LabourBase fits in.
How much do labour agencies charge?
Agency markups explained in pounds, why the true cost is higher than the headline rate, and how direct hiring compares.
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How to hire vetted construction workers
The six steps from defining the job to paying your crew — and exactly what to check before you choose a worker.
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LabourBase vs a labour agency
The honest side-by-side: what you pay, who you get, and how much control you keep over your site.
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