Now launching in Cumbernauld
Hire local help by the hour
Post a job, choose someone local, and pay by the hour. Every job starts with a one-hour paid trial, so you can see how it's going before you commit to more.
Works in your web browser on any computer, tablet or phone. iPhone and Android apps coming soon.
How it works
Three steps from "I need a hand" to the job done. See it step by step
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Post your job
Say what you need, where and when, how many hours, and the hourly rate you'll pay.
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2
Local people apply
Read each applicant's note, look at their profile, skills and ratings, and choose who you like.
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Try them for an hour
The first hour is a paid trial. Happy? Carry on for the hours you booked. Not happy? You only pay for the first hour.
Got spare hours?
Earn money helping people nearby
Pick up jobs that fit around your week, at a rate shown up front.
Start finding work- Jobs near you as a list or on a map, filtered by distance, rate and skills.
- Job alerts when a new job matches a search you've saved.
- Your profile shows your skills, photos, availability and ratings.
- Paid for the time you work, always at least the trial hour.
Why HireByHour?
Local, rated and reviewed
After every job, both sides rate each other, so you can see who's done good work.
Clear hourly pricing
The rate and the total are shown before anyone applies. No quotes, no haggling.
Checked accounts
Everyone confirms their email or phone with a code before they can post or apply.
Ready when you are
Create an account in a couple of minutes and post your first job or find work today.