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Promoting Recommended, Vetted and Monitored tradesman since 1998. en-gb Copyright 1998-2008 Vetted Ltd kathy.simmonds@checkatrade.com Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT 1440 http://www.checkatrade.com/Images/CheckatradeRSS.gif http://www.checkatrade.com/Press 88 31 http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Drives_Forward_with_Radio_Promotions.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=24 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT Checkatrade, the web-based information and directory service that helps reputable tradespersons to stand out from the rogues, has agreed radio sponsorships with Southern region stations, Power FM and 2CR FM. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/New_Diverse_Range_of_low_cost_trade_and_DIY_Products_Now_available_on_Tradeleftoverscom.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=23 Thu, 29 May 2008 23:00:00 GMT Tradeleftovers.com, a division of Checkatrade, is introducing a new range of products on its website. The goods are all new, unused (but on some occasions graded) products which are being sold at considerably reduced prices. Goods offered for sale include ladders, patio awnings, shower cubicles, sinks, plumbing supplies, building supplies and much more. All prices include delivery to any UK mainland address. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Founder_Backs_Call_for_Rogue_Customer_Protection.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=22 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT Checkatrade founder and CEO Kevin Byrne has backed the call for traders to be given legal protection against “rogue customers” after Checkatrade member Nigel Gray demolished building work he had done. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Dream_Traffic__Travel_With_Checkatrade.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=20 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT Checkatrade are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with Hampshire radio station Dream 107.2 FM. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Drives_Forward_on_Southern_FM.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=21 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT Checkatrade has revealed a new partnership with Southern FM, one of the South's biggest and most listened to radio stations.Checkatrade have decided to bypass the ordinary 30 second spot adverts and have purchased one of the station’s four flag-ship sponsorships: The Drivetime show, featuring Dan Glasser and Lynsey Bartlett. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Consumer_Demand_Fuels_Company_Growth.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=19 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT Checkatrade.com (www.checkatrade.com) , announces today that consumers demanding that traders they let into their homes are vetted and monitored have helped fuel a recent surge in membership of the West Sussex-based firm. The company has seen an increase in membership of over 100% this year from 1000 members in February 2007 to over 2000 members at the end of March 2008, making it the best year for growth in the company’s ten year history. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/National_Winner_Drives_High_Standards.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=18 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT Bretts, national supplier of landscaping and building products have recently awarded Checkatrade (www.checkatrade.com) member George Frost of Arun Driveways, the title of Southern Region Installer of the Year for the third year in a row. In addition, a driveway built by George and his team was named “National Driveway Of The Year” beating competition from all over the UK. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Reports_Record_Traffic_On_Website.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=16 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Checkatrade, an answer to the UK’s rogue trade problem, report a significant increase in the numbers of unique visitors to their website, www.checkatrade.com, and also the number of traders joining on a monthly basis. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Renovators_Avoid_Rogue_Traders_With_Checkatrade.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=15 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Checkatrade an answer to the UK’s rogue trade problem, has joined forces with home renovation forum, www.renovationcentral.co.uk to make choosing a reputable trader easier and simpler. The facility, called an Application Programme Interface, or API, allows members of the Renovation Central forum to search the Checkatrade database of trades without leaving the Renovation Central website. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Launches_Home_Emergency_Cover_For_Only_795_A_Month.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=14 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Checkatrade (http://www.checkatrade.com) in conjunction with Home Assistance UK Ltd announce the launch of Checkatrade Fast Fix Cover, an insurance policy designed to provide homeowners with a tradesperson on their doorstep, wherever possible, within three hours of an emergency occurring, regardless of the day or time for only £7.95 a month. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Tradesmen_Help_Rebuild_Lives_in_Brighton.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=10 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Brighton and Hove tradesmen, through their membership of Checkatrade.com, (www.checkatrade.com) are helping to rebuild the lives of those less fortunate than themselves by supporting Brighton based charity, Crossover. Checkatrade is assisting Crossover, an arm of City Coast Church, in their work with the homeless, and people living “on the edge”, of Brighton by a massive £7000 per year. This money is used to help provide hot meals delivered to the streets of Brighton every week, as well as blankets, clothing, soap, toothpaste and hot drinks. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Issues_Rogue_Trade_Warning.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=13 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Checkatrade (www.checkatrade.com) the answer to the UK’s rogue trade problem, has today issued a warning concerning the illegal use of their name and logo in advertisements, leaflets and on traders vehicles in the Surrey region. Many of these traders are cold-calling householders seeking work and using the Checkatrade name and logo in order to gain credibility. Checkatrade has also received reports of householders being threatened after realising that they have, in fact, employed a rogue. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Selsey_Based_Company_Aq.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=12 Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT Selsey based company, Checkatrade.com (http://www.checkatrade.com) have this week finalised the purchase of just under an acre of development land in Manor Road, Selsey. Checkatrade, an answer to the UK’s rogue trade problem, intends to build offices on the land to accommodate its growing business and to provide more employment opportunities in the Selsey area. http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Checkatrade_Reveals_Revamped_Website.html http://www.checkatrade.com/Press/Release.aspx?id=1 Sun, 30 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT Checkatrade (http://www.checkatrade.com), one of the first ‘anti rogue trader’ websites to open for business in the UK, is celebrating its growth as a champion of informed consumer choices by launching a revamped website today.