September 2026
How to automate payments as a tradesperson
A practical guide to automated payments for tradespeople — payment links, Tap to Pay, invoice chasing, and getting paid the same day without awkward follow-up calls.
Why automate payments?
Most tradespeople lose hours every week chasing unpaid invoices. Automated payments mean you collect money at the right moment — on completion, at a milestone, or via scheduled follow-ups — without manual phone calls or awkward texts.
The best setup combines job management and automated payments in one app, so the invoice, the customer record, and the payment link all live on the same job.
Three ways to automate payment collection
Payment links — send a one-tap link by SMS or WhatsApp when the job is done. The customer pays by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or bank transfer without downloading anything.
Tap to Pay — take card payments on your phone on site. No separate terminal, no extra hardware.
Smart chasing — when an invoice is overdue, automated reminders go out on a schedule you control. Polite, timed, and off your to-do list.
What to look for in trades payment software
Choose software built for tradespeople, not generic invoicing. You want scheduling, crew, customer comms and payments together — not a bolt-on Stripe integration in a separate dashboard.
Vexo HQ is job management and automated payments for tradespeople in Ireland and the UK. Schedule jobs, notify customers and crew, and collect payment the same day — with Klarna so your customer can pay later while you get paid today.
FAQ
Is automated payment chasing annoying for customers?
Good chasing is polite and timed — a gentle reminder before it becomes a phone call. Vexo HQ learns when to follow up so you're not spamming anyone.
Do I need a card machine?
No. Tap to Pay on your phone replaces a traditional terminal for most on-site card payments.
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Job management and automated payments for tradespeople. 30 days free, no card to start.