Debt Recovery For UK Tradespeople
Builders. Plumbers. Electricians. Roofers. Contractors. We understand trade debt.
Debt Recovery For Tradespeople
Tradespeople are among the most vulnerable to non-payment in the UK. Work is often completed on trust, with payment expected on completion — and when clients refuse to pay, sole traders and small teams are left covering material costs and labour from their own pocket.
Hollingworth Collections helps UK tradespeople deal with unpaid invoices and overdue accounts. Depending on the circumstances, we may be able to help identify a practical recovery pathway — from pre-legal support through to legal escalation options where appropriate.
Important: Hollingworth Collections is not a bailiff service, solicitor firm or regulated debt advice provider. We do not provide legal advice or carry out enforcement directly. Suitable enquiries may be introduced to independent recovery specialists and professional partners where appropriate.
What You Can Expect
Sole Trader Friendly
We work with sole traders and small teams — not just large businesses. Our process is straightforward and accessible.
Residential & Commercial
We handle both residential client debts and commercial contract disputes for tradespeople.
Disputed Work Claims
Our partners are experienced in handling disputed work claims professionally and effectively.
Fast Enquiry Process
Submit your enquiry online in minutes. No lengthy forms or upfront fees.
Services Included
Suitable For
- Builders and construction contractors
- Plumbers and heating engineers
- Electricians and electrical contractors
- Roofers and roofing contractors
- Groundworkers and civil engineers
- Any UK tradesperson with unpaid invoices over £3,000
Not Suitable For
- Consumer debts
- Debts under £500
- Debts with no supporting evidence
Ready to take the next step?
Submit a free enquiry — no upfront fees, no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Commercial Debt Recovery
Unpaid invoices and overdue commercial accounts are one of the biggest threats to business cashflow in the UK. Whether you're a sole trader chasing a single invoice or an SME managing a growing ledger of overdue accounts, the impact on your business can be significant.
Pre-Legal Recovery
Legal action is expensive, time-consuming and uncertain. For most commercial debts, pre-legal recovery is the most cost-effective first step — and often the most successful.
SME Debt Recovery
Small and medium-sized businesses are disproportionately affected by late payments and unpaid invoices. Unlike large corporations, SMEs often lack the internal resource to chase debts consistently — and a single large unpaid invoice can have a serious impact on cashflow.
Dealing With an Unpaid Invoice?
Submit a free enquiry. We'll review your case and let you know if we can help.
No upfront fees. No obligation. Enquiries reviewed within 1 business day.