WexDex launches in County Wexford and invites tradespeople to sign up

# What WexDex is and why it launched

WexDex is a free online directory created to connect County Wexford residents with local tradespeople. The platform launched with 30 businesses across several trades, including construction, plumbing, electrical work and landscaping. It provides a digital alternative to relying on neighbours or community Facebook posts when searching for a tradesperson.

# How the platform works

Residents can search by trade category and browse local businesses. Each listing includes:

• A free profile with contact details, trade category and location.
• Direct contact between homeowner and tradesperson with no middleman.
• An integrated review system (one to five stars plus a written description) that is added once a job is completed.

There is no cost to list and no cost to search. The directory was developed quickly — the initial build reportedly took place over a single weekend — and validated through local community testing.

# Current status and local response

WexDex launched with 30 listed businesses and is actively calling on more tradespeople in County Wexford to join. Local politicians have shared the platform on social media, and meetings are being arranged to discuss the platform with several elected representatives. The founder has framed WexDex as a community project built by someone who lives in the county.

# Growth targets and future plans

The stated short-term target is to have at least a third of County Wexford's tradesmen signed up. The county is estimated to have about 13,000 service and trade businesses, so reaching that target would aim to make WexDex a reliable first place for residents to search.

# Why this matters to residents and tradespeople

For residents: WexDex centralises local trades to reduce the time spent searching and to add a consistent review mechanism so users can assess past performance before hiring.

For tradespeople: A free listing provides direct leads and visibility without middlemen or listing fees, while the review system offers a way to demonstrate quality work. The optional paid feature can offer extra visibility once the marketplace matures.

# What to watch next

• Sign-up momentum among local tradespeople and the pace at which listings grow beyond the initial 30.
• Whether local government collaboration develops following meetings with politicians.
• Introduction and uptake of the paid "Featured" placement once demand grows.

WexDex aims to be a practical local tool that replaces ad-hoc searching with a searchable, review-enabled directory focused on County Wexford.