Grow your business in Bristol.
Get a steady stream of local jobs sent your way, whether you're an independent mechanic or run a garage. No joining fee.
A platform built for mechanics and garages, not just for drivers.
No joining fee
Signing up and getting verified costs you nothing.
Jobs near you
We match jobs to the area you cover, so the work is close to you.
Steady work
We take the bookings and send them your way, so you spend less time chasing leads.
Upfront pricing
Customers see the labour price before booking, so no haggling. Extra work or parts are agreed first.
Stay independent
Take work from anywhere else too. No exclusivity, and you run things your own way.
How to get started on Garage Gaffer.
Three steps to get verified and start taking jobs, whether you're a solo mechanic or run a garage.
Tell us about you
Tell us whether you're a mechanic or a garage and how to reach you. It only takes a couple of minutes.
Get verified
We check your documents, whether that's your qualifications and insurance as a mechanic, or your business registration as a garage.
Start taking jobs
Once you're live, we'll send you jobs that match what you do and where you work.
What you need to get started.
We take this seriously. It's why drivers trust the network. The legal minimum differs slightly depending on how you're set up:
If you're a mechanic
- Registered as self-employed with HMRC, or trading as a limited company
- Right to work in the UK
- F-Gas certification if you carry out air conditioning work
If you're a garage
- Business registered with HMRC or Companies House
- Employers' Liability Insurance, if you employ staff
- F-Gas certification for any staff carrying out air-con work
- Valid DVSA MOT testing station authorisation and qualified testers, if you offer MOT testing
Register your interest
Everything mechanics ask us.
Everything you need to know about joining and working with Garage Gaffer.
Visit our help centreJoining Garage Gaffer costs nothing. Registration, vetting and receiving jobs are all free, and we don't charge per lead.
Absolutely. We're here to provide you with extra work to fill your gaps or help you grow. You are an independent business and are free to take work from any source. There are no exclusivity clauses.
You'll need to provide proof of Level 3 qualifications (City & Guilds, IMI or equivalent), valid Public Liability Insurance, and a clear DBS check. If you don't have a current DBS, we can help you apply for one during the onboarding.
When a customer books a job in your area, we'll get in touch to confirm the details. You'll see the car details and what the customer needs, and you'll agree any extra work or parts with them before you start.