When you're comparing tradies, badges can help you understand which businesses have completed extra verification checks on Service.com.au.

Businesses can display badges next to their name in the directory and on their profile, making them easier to identify while you browse.

Badges displayed next to business names in the directory
Badges displayed next to business names in the directory
A recommended badge shown on a business profile
A recommended badge shown on a business profile

What the badges mean

Service.com.au uses a 3-step verification process to award badges to businesses. These badges help you make a more informed choice when deciding who to hire for your job.

Verified Business

Verified Business badge
Verified Business badge

A Verified Business has completed the first stage of Service.com.au's verification process.

Trusted Business

Trusted Business badge
Trusted Business badge

A Trusted Business has completed more of the verification process and has met additional checks on the platform.

Recommended Business

Recommended Business badge
Recommended Business badge

A Recommended Business is the highest badge on Service.com.au. These businesses have been verified by our team and are considered among the most trusted and reliable on the platform.

How to use badges when choosing a tradie

Badges are a helpful way to compare businesses, but they should not be the only thing you look at.

You should also review the business profile carefully, read past homeowner reviews, and compare the details of each tradie before making your decision.

Looking at reviews can give you a better sense of a business's work quality, reliability, and communication style. This can help you feel more confident about who you hire for your next project.