How Locentra Works
Locentra helps homeowners post a job once, compare quotes from manually verified tradies, and hire with greater confidence. Tradies get fair access to leads through fixed pricing and no featured listings.
How Locentra Works
Step 1: Post Your Job
Post your job with suburb, photos, and timing so tradies can quote accurately.
Step 2: Compare Quotes
Compare quote scope, pricing, and reviews tied to completed jobs before choosing.
Step 3: Hire & Earn Rewards
Message securely, complete the work, and earn Locentra points you can redeem for gift cards.
Earn Rewards on Every Completed Job
Homeowners earn Locentra points for completing jobs and leaving reviews, plus a bonus for posting emergency jobs, then redeem them for digital gift cards. Points are worth more the higher your Centra Level climbs, so staying active pays off twice. It's a real, active feature built into every job — not a coupon or a one-off promo.
See how points and levels workLocal Perks by Level
Beyond points, staying active on Locentra raises your Centra Level. Homeowners unlock Local Perks — real discounts from local business partners — from Local Hero status onward; tradies unlock the same kind of discounts once they reach Local Pro status. It's separate from your points: nothing to redeem, the discount is just there once you've earned the level.
Browse current Local Perks partnersTrusted, Transparent, Fair
- Manual tradie verification before approval.
- Reviews linked to completed jobs to support genuine feedback.
- No featured listings, boosts, or pay-to-win ranking.
- Lead caps to reduce spam and homeowner overwhelm.
- Secure messaging for clear communication.
- Locentra applies quality standards to help maintain a high standard across the marketplace.
- Higher Centra Levels earn a points multiplier for homeowners and a "Trusted Poster" badge tradies see on your job posts.
Ready to get started?
Post your job free or join as a tradie and use your free credits to find local work.
How It Works FAQs
How does Locentra work for homeowners?
Post your job details, receive quotes from verified tradies, and hire the best fit. You can message securely and track progress in one place.
How does Locentra work for tradies?
Tradies create a profile, complete manual verification, browse local jobs, and use credits to unlock lead details. Completed jobs and reviews also build your Centra Level, which unlocks Local Perks — discounts from local business partners — once you reach Local Pro status.
Is it free to post a job?
Yes. Standard job posts are free for residents. Emergency posts carry a small fee for faster responses.
How are tradies verified?
Tradies are verified manually before approval. Checks may include licence, ABN, business registration, and review quality.
How do rewards work?
Homeowners earn Locentra points for completing jobs and leaving reviews, plus a bonus for posting emergency jobs. Points are worth more as your Centra Level rises, and can be redeemed for gift cards.
What are Local Perks?
Local Perks are discounts from local business partners. Homeowners unlock them automatically once they reach Local Hero status (Level 3+); tradies unlock the same kind of discounts once they reach Local Pro status. They're separate from your reward points — nothing to save up — just show your code or QR code to the business. Check what you've unlocked from the Local Perks page in your dashboard.
Can I compare quotes before hiring?
Yes. You can review quotes, availability, and reviews side by side before you decide.
Is pricing transparent?
Locentra uses fixed lead pricing for tradies and clear quote comparisons for homeowners.
Does Locentra cover Perth and WA?
Yes. Locentra is growing across WA and Australia, with strong coverage in Perth and more suburbs being added.
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