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You've given us feedback on your experiences and we've made it better!

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We've expanded into new marketing channels

A few years ago, almost all of our leads came from people directly searching on Checkatrade.com. Today, consumers are browsing and making decisions across a much wider range of platforms.

We've adapted alongside consumers to help boost the number of leads you get.

  • Social media ads on Facebook and Instagram

  • Tube ads across the London Underground network — 5,841 placements to keep Checkatrade top of mind for people on their way home 

  • Partner websites — with a two-step verification process so every lead is checked by both our partners and Checkatrade before it reaches you

  • ChatGPT — where consumers can go from asking a question to finding a tradesperson and booking a job, all in one conversation

  • Radio- you'll continue to hear us played on the radio throughout the UK

Checkatrade Express Tube Campaign

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  • Be in control! Set your prices, choose your services, and take the jobs you want.

  • Get more committed jobs with less effort.

  • Link to your Google Business profile

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Update your postcodes to get the right leads

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  1. Go to the campaigns page

  2. Select 'Edit'

  3. Update your postcode selections

*For the best results, we suggest choosing postcodes within at least 7–10 miles so we can provide the right number of leads for you.

Leads where you want work


You've told us about some of your recent app experiences and we've improved them!

  • If you weren't receiving app notifications, you should be now!

  • SMS links for job alerts are working again.

  • Featured projects is now available for all completed jobs.

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You've told us the app wasn't doing its bit to help you get the job done.

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We've improved app performance

  • The app now loads 53% faster, so you can get to your jobs quicker.

  • Your jobs tab works offline so even if the signal drops, you don't.

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You've told us, it wasn't easy keeping your profile up to date

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Now it's easier to update and optimise your profile

Add new photos or albums, update your cover image, tweak your business info or highlight new services. All in a few taps in the app.

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Update your profile now!


You've told us it's a pain to get your account details updated

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You can update your own account details

That includes your name, business address, contact details, direct debit info, and secure contacts.

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Update your account details now.


You've told us your job leads weren't always local

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Work closer to home

With our new Fixed Plan, you can pick the exact postcodes where you want to get leads so you can stay local and cut the travel time.

All plans will move to a Fixed Plan at renewal. But if you'd rather make the switch now, give our team a call and we'll get you sorted.

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Update your job preferences


You've told us in-app chat isn't always the easiest way to keep in touch with customers

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You have flexibility to choose how you communicate

We’ve upgraded our in-app messenger with quick replies and automatic reminders for unanswered messages.

Whether you prefer to call, text, or message in the app, you can choose what works best for you and your customer.

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