Question 1

What is D3M Trades?

Accepted Answer

D3M Trades is an all-in-one business management app built for UK and Ireland tradespeople. It covers quoting, invoicing, job scheduling, client CRM, materials library, CIS and RCT tax calculations, and includes an AI Business Advisor you can use by voice or text on site.

Question 2

Which tradespeople can use D3M Trades?

Accepted Answer

D3M Trades is built for all UK and Ireland tradespeople — electricians, plumbers, gas engineers, builders and construction contractors, decorators, landscapers, groundworkers, and any sole trader or small team running a trade business.

Question 3

Does D3M Trades support CIS tax for UK tradespeople?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) deductions are calculated automatically on all applicable quotes and invoices. RCT (Relevant Contracts Tax) is also supported for Ireland-based tradespeople and subcontractors.

Question 4

How does D3M Trades compare to Tradify, Commusoft, or Joblogic?

Accepted Answer

D3M Trades is the only trade management app that combines an AI Business Advisor (voice and text), automatic CIS and RCT tax, elemental estimating for subcontractors, and a full business intelligence dashboard — at a single flat monthly price with no per-user fees. Both plans include a 30-day free trial with no credit card required.

Question 5

Is D3M Trades suitable for sole traders?

Accepted Answer

Yes — D3M Trades is designed to work just as well for a sole trader as for a small team. The Core plan gives a sole trader everything they need: quoting, invoicing, job scheduling, a client database, and an AI advisor, for £39.99 per month.

Question 6

Can I use D3M Trades in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Yes. D3M Trades supports EUR (€) pricing and includes RCT (Relevant Contracts Tax) calculations for Ireland-based contractors and subcontractors. It is built for both UK and Irish trade professionals.

Question 7

How does the 30-day free trial work?

Accepted Answer

Sign up and get full access to your chosen plan for 30 days — no credit card required. At the end of the trial you can subscribe to continue, or simply walk away with no charge.

Question 8

What is the difference between Core and Edge?

Accepted Answer

Core covers everything a sole trader or small team needs: quoting, invoicing, materials, CRM, scheduling, and AI. Edge adds Site Manager (team coordination, live job statuses, push notifications) and full workforce time tracking with payroll exports.

Question 9

Can I use D3M Trades on my phone on site?

Accepted Answer

Yes — D3M Trades is a Progressive Web App (PWA). Install it on your phone from the browser and it works like a native app, even with a poor signal. The AI advisor can be used completely hands-free by voice.

Question 10

Is my business data secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All data is stored on Supabase (built on AWS) with row-level security — encrypted in transit and at rest. Two-factor authentication is required on every account. Your data is never shared or sold.

Question 11

Can I cancel anytime?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. There are no lock-in contracts. Cancel from the billing portal in one click and your subscription ends at the next billing date — no questions asked.