A plumber who trained as an apprentice at Leeds College of Building has reached the national final of Screwfix’s Top Tradesperson 2023.

Michael Goodall, who owns iPlumb Leeds Ltd in Morley, is one of the top 10 UK tradespeople in with a chance of being crowned the coveted title and winning a £20,000 trade bundle of prizes.

With 20 years of experience, Michael impressed judges in the semi-finals, showcasing how he grew a successful business after originally training as a plumbing apprentice at Leeds College of Building.


The Screwfix Top Tradesperson attracted over 1,000 applications this year, with just 10 making the final stage. The final will take place at Screwfix LIVE this Friday, 22 September, where Michael will hope to highlight his professionalism, dedication, and commitment to the trade in front of industry experts.

Michael said: "I'm really proud to have made it to the final. […] I love being part of the trade and my long-term goal is to support as many other people as possible to enjoy a rewarding and successful career in the industry. To be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson would be a dream come true."

Michael will now need to impress a panel of judges, including representatives from the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE), the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC), and Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2022 champion, Toby Peacock.