TrustedToolsUK
Buy and sell verified second-hand tradesman tools with confidence.Helping make it harder for stolen tools to circulate in the UK.
Verified Second-Hand Tools for UK Tradespeople
Every tool listed on TrustedTools UK is checked for proof of legitimate ownership before it goes live — helping buyers buy with confidence and reducing the resale of stolen tools.
Why TrustedToolsUK exists.
Tool theft costs UK tradespeople millions every year.
Stolen tools often end up resold with no checks, leaving honest buyers at risk.TrustedTools UK aims to:- Make it harder to resell stolen tools- Give buyers peace of mind- Create a fair second-hand market for tradespeople
Over 70% of UK tradespeople support mandatory checks on second-hand tools.
(Source: On The Tools – UK tool theft survey)
How It Works.
1. Submit your tool
Upload photos of the tool, serial number (where available), and proof of purchase.2. We verify ownership
We manually review submissions before approving any listing.3. Approved tools go live
Buyers can browse tools knowing checks have been carried out.4. For more information check out the FAQ icon at the bottom of the screen.
Early testing phase — no fees, just feedback.
Verified Tools For Sale (Test only)
These are early test listings — still gathering feedback and real submissions.
Here are tools that have passed our manual verification checks. This section is currently being tested and listings are added manually.
To register interest in any of the available tools for sale, feel free to click the button below to get in touch with TustedToolsUK. We will answer any questions you have and put you in touch with the seller, safe in the knowledge we have carried out the necessary checks this is legitimately owned.
Makita Combi Drill (Body Only)
| Make and Model | Condition | Verification | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makita DHP458 Combi Drill Body Only | Used – good | ✔ Proof of purchase checked | £45 |
Images for purpose of testing only.
Milwaukee Impact Driver (Body Only)
| Make and Model | Condition | Verification | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee M18 Fuel Impact Driver Body Only | Used – very good | ✔ Proof of purchase checked | £65 |
Images for purpose of testing only.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
TrustedToolsUK verifies submitted documentation to reduce risk but does not guarantee tools are free from prior theft. Buyers should carry out their own checks where possible.