Let’s face it – plastering is an art. You take crumbling, wonky walls and turn them into smooth, paint-ready perfection. It’s magic. But while your hands are busy skimming, taping, and finishing, your phone should be buzzing with new enquiries. If it’s not, there’s a good chance it’s because you're missing one crucial thing: a website.
Yep. Even if you get most of your work through word of mouth (or your cousin’s mate’s aunt who needs a ceiling done), having a proper website is like having a 24/7 sales rep who never sleeps, never calls in sick, and never drinks all the tea without making more.
Here’s why plasterers need a website – and why Zixel might be just the right crew to build it for you.
People Google Everything. Including You.
Gone are the days when people flicked through the Yellow Pages to find a plasterer. Now, they hop on Google, type in “plasterer near me” and pick from the top few that pop up. If you’re not there, you might as well be invisible.
A professional website means you can be there. And not just "there" – you can be at your best. You get to show off your skills, share photos of your smoothest finishes, and let people know you actually turn up on time (rare, we know).
You Look More Trustworthy (Even If You Still Have Paint on Your Boots)
A website builds trust. It's the digital equivalent of showing up to a job in a clean van with your business name on the side, rather than scribbled on with a marker pen.
People are wary these days. They want to see that you’re legit before they hand over their walls – or their money. With a website, you can:
- Show reviews and testimonials
- List services clearly
- Share your qualifications or trade memberships
- Provide contact info that doesn’t involve Facebook Messenger at 11pm
All of which helps build confidence in you before you even pick up a trowel.
Show Off Your Work Like a Proud Plastering Picasso
Let’s be honest – people love a good transformation. Before and after pics? Yes please. Got a video of you working your skim coat magic? Get it on there!
A website is the perfect place to show potential customers what you’re capable of. And if you're too busy working (or hate the idea of uploading stuff), guess what – we can do all that for you.
You Can Get Found Locally Without Paying Facebook a Fortune
Local SEO (that’s search engine stuff that helps people nearby find you) is a game-changer. With the right setup, someone searching "plasterer in Bristol" or "ceiling repair near me" could find your site first.
No more relying on Facebook ads or random shout-outs on local forums. Your website works in the background, quietly bringing you business while you're on the tools.
No More Missed Jobs Because You Didn’t Reply in Time
With a website, people can fill in a form or message you directly. You’ll get all the info you need: name, number, job type, address, and whether they need you to fix a hole the size of a football or skim a whole extension.
It makes you look professional, keeps your diary full, and means you’re not losing jobs because someone else replied faster.
So, Why Zixel?
Alright, you’re convinced. You need a website. But you also need someone who gets it. You don’t want to be drowned in tech jargon or stuck paying thousands for something that still doesn’t work properly on mobile.
That’s where Zixel comes in.
We build pay-monthly websites (no massive upfront cost), designed to look great, run fast, and bring you new leads without the hassle. Here's why plasterers like working with us:
- We speak human, not tech.
- We sort everything – design, hosting, emails, the lot.
- Unlimited updates (yes, we’ll add your new photos for you).
- You own the site after 24 months.
- Quick turnaround. No faffing. No fluff.
We know you’re busy, so we make it easy. You focus on the plastering; we’ll sort the pixels.
Final Thoughts (Before You Get Back on the Scaffold)
You don’t need to be a tech wizard or marketing guru to get more plastering jobs – you just need a solid website that shows off your skills and helps people find you. Simple as that.
Let Zixel help you build it. No nonsense, no waffle – just a slick, professional website that makes your business look as good as your best plastered wall.
Ready to get started? Drop us a message at hello@zixel.co.uk or visit www.zixel.co.uk – and let’s smooth out your digital presence.