Yada as a Builderscrack alternative in Whakatane

Whakatane homeowners and tradies now have access to a better Builderscrack alternative built around fairness, transparency, and accessibility. Designed locally for New Zealand’s trade and service industries, the platform offers free job posting, secure messaging, and a trusted feedback system.

There are no success or lead fees here. Tradies keep their full earnings without paying commissions to connect with clients. Clients, on the other hand, enjoy fair pricing because specialists don’t have to raise their rates to recover lead costs.

The dual rating system allows both clients and tradies to rate each other after every completed project. This builds a reliable network of trustworthy professionals and helps maintain high standards. Highly rated tradies earn the ability to send more job responses per day.

Whether you’re a builder, electrician, or landscaper in Whakatane, each job you complete strengthens your reputation. Clients post jobs for free, while tradies can respond instantly, all within an integrated, secure chat system that protects your privacy.

Our fast, mobile-optimised design makes the platform easy to use from any device. Whether on-site, in the workshop, or at home, you can handle everything smoothly without the need for extra software or apps.

This platform provides Whakatane residents with a local-friendly, no-cost Builderscrack alternative that fits today’s gig and trade economy perfectly.

Frequently asked questions

Do tradies pay any platform fees?

No, we don’t charge for leads, quotes, or completed jobs. Tradies keep all earnings from the work they secure.

Who can use this platform?

Both registered trade companies and independent contractors are welcome. It’s designed for everyone in the building and service trades.

What does it cost for clients to post jobs?

Nothing. Posting is entirely free, helping homeowners and businesses in Whakatane reach local professionals efficiently.

How do job ratings improve trust?

Ratings build user confidence by showing verified feedback for performance, reliability, and communication on each job.

Can I message tradies directly?

Yes. Our private chat system enables secure, one-on-one conversations inside the platform, ensuring privacy during projects.

What services or trades are supported?

All legal trades and services - including renovation, maintenance, plumbing, and electrical work - are supported on the platform.

Can the platform be used on mobile?

Yes, it’s mobile-first. You can request, quote, and manage projects from your smartphone anywhere around Whakatane.

For the text above, please note that:

Users can post as many tasks as they need, however the posted jobs would still need to go through the moderation process before they can appear on the platform;
To protect users from spam, the specialist would not be able to respond to every single job at the platform (their response quotas would depend on the rating tier they are on);
We do not have any subscription fees as of today, but we do plan to introduce different plans at a later stage (however, the core features like free posting, free chat and no lead/success fees would remain);