Centrica has launched Local Heroes, a service to help customers find trusted local tradespeople to carry out work in their homes.

Once they have found a tradesperson and received an estimate, customers will be able to pay for the work through the site. Work undertaken through the service is backed by a 12-month British Gas guarantee. At present, the service lists only local plumbing, heating, electrical and drainage experts, but Centrica has said this may be expanded next year.