Virtual phone numbers for UK trade businesses

You’ve mastered the trade. You’ve built the business. Now, you need to handle the calls and customers.

Getting a phone line for your blue-collar business shouldn’t be as hard as the work you do day in and day out. And with Rinkel, it isn’t.

Add a business number to your existing phone
Access handy features for business management
Get started from £7.99 per month

Choose your business phone number

Why get a phone number for your trade business

Whether you’re a plumber in Plymouth, a builder in Bangor, or an electrician in Edinburgh, one thing’s for sure: a business line makes your company more professional and more trustworthy.

Immediately identify incoming business inquiries and avoid handing out your personal number to prospects. It’s the next step for your growing trade business.

With Rinkel, it’s easy. No fixed contracts and no hidden fees—just a business line for making and taking calls on the phone you already use.

Why choose Rinkel?

Good question, easy answer. Rinkel’s helped over 15,000 growing businesses boost their professional image with easy-to-use business numbers.

And these aren’t just any business numbers. Rinkel plans include features that make your life simpler:

Hourly, daily and weekly business hour settings ensure you’re only reachable when you want to be
Customisable call greetings and voicemails let callers know they’re in the right place
Call recordings ensure you know exactly what was said and when
Set up Whatsapp Business to quickly and easily chat with customers

Pick from local and national numbers

Maybe you’re building a local business to serve your community. Maybe you’ve got your sights set on a national empire. We can help with both.

Choose from a huge variety of regional numbers with Rinkel. From Belfast to Brighton, Glasgow to Guilford, Rinkel has local numbers across the country that ensure your customers know they’re talking to someone they can trust.

If it’s a national presence you’re after, Rinkel’s got the numbers you need. National numbers help you look like a big business, even if you’re not there quite yet. You know what they say: fake it ‘til you make it.

Choose your number

High-quality calls no matter what

Most business phone providers use VoIP technology to get you connected. That means you’re making calls on risky public WiFi or banking on your data bundle to hold up. Sometimes that’s fine, other times you’re stuck in a loop of “Can you hear me?”

Rinkel does things differently (better). Instead of relying on an internet connection, Rinkel uses mobile networks to handle your business line. That means more coverage nationwide, higher-quality calls, and a reliable phone line connecting you with customers and your team.

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Hassle-free plans to suit your business

What you see is what you get with Rinkel. No hidden fees or lengthy contracts, just a business line for your trade business. Plus, if you’re not happy within the first 30 days, we’ll give you your money back.

First number for free with your subscription. 10% discount on Yearly subscriptions.

month year

essential

£ 7.¹⁹

user / month get started

calls: £0.05 p/Min.
a business number
call forwarding
webphone
WhatsApp Business
business voicemail
status
international calls

professional

£ 10.⁷⁹

user / month get started

unlimited calls *
a business number
call forwarding
webphone
WhatsApp Business
business voicemail
status
international calls
custom greeting
business hours
call waiting
transferring
API integrations

expert

£ 14.³⁹

user / month get started

unlimited calls *
a business number
call forwarding
webphone
WhatsApp Business
business voicemail
status
international calls
custom greeting
business hours
call waiting
transferring
API integrations
user schedule
queue + hold music
call menu
webhooks
call recording

custom tailor-made plan

request a quote

for businesses with 6 users or more

a scalable phone solution for teams, scale-ups & larger companies

*Subject to our Fair Use Policy

Get started in three steps

Getting your Rinkel business number is simple:

Sign up and choose from local or national numbers
Pick the plan that works for you
Start making and taking calls today

It’s your business number on your existing phone. No faff, just fast.

15,000+ businesses love Rinkel’s virtual phone numbers

Smart and stylish solution! I've tried a few calling apps, but this one hits the sweet spot between functionality and good design. Worth every penny.

Timothy Hunter

Way more professional than what I had before. I needed a UK number to appeal to UK clients and this app helped me with that main problem I had.. I use the personalised voice mail feature on the weekends which I recommend for anyone that needs the break like me :P

Jessie Rosy

Literally had my business number set up in minutes. So happy to finally find an app for where I'm at with my business atm, everything else on the market was way too expensive or complicated.

Lizzie Kara

No fluff, no confusing menus, just a simple app. Honestly one of the best designed small business tools I’ve found.

Reey 98

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Frequently asked questions about numbers for trade businesses

Where can I get a business number for my trade business?

Rinkel can get you set up with a phone line for your trade business quick and easy. Just sign up and pick your number, confirm which plan works best for you, and you’ll be up and running in minutes.

What kind of number should I get?

You can choose from local numbers or national numbers. Local numbers are great for businesses that rely on being a friendly face that people in the local area trust. For example, an independent bricklayer based exclusively in Leeds could benefit from a local number.

National numbers are for businesses looking to appear nationwide (even if they’re not). It creates a more professional and widely trusted appearance. For example, a growing trade business with operations across the country will benefit from a national number.

How much does it cost to make calls with Rinkel?

It depends which plan you choose. On the Essential plan, calls cost 5p/minute. On the Professional and Expert plans, you get unlimited call minutes (subject to our Fair Use Policy).

What kind of technology does Rinkel use?

Rinkel´s app works through your mobile’s network, which means you get high-quality calls without relying on WiFi or data. This is different from VoIP—the traditional technology for handling digital business calls—so you’ll enjoy more reliable connections wherever you are.
The Webphone (browser version) requires you to have a stable internet connection.

Can I move my existing number to Rinkel?

Absolutely! We can transfer your current business number over to Rinkel, so you don’t have to change anything for your customers. It’s a smooth process and ensures you keep your professional image intact while you switch over to an easier business call management system. And it’s free of charge! You can request your number porting here.

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