Checkatrade, the UK’ s leading home improvement platform, has unveiled its latest quarterly product release, with Autumn‘ 25 What’ s New. The campaign brings together the latest innovations in product and technology to demonstrate the ways Checkatrade is simplifying how trades can run and grow their business.

The updates build on Checkatrade’ s commitment to helping trades win more work, with new tools designed to attract readyto-book customers with‘ Priced Services’.

Priced Services allows tradespeople to list the services they offer, what’ s included and prices directly on their Checkatrade profile, making it easier for customers who are ready to book. Services will appear on profiles at no extra cost, and soon will also be visible in customer search results.

By outlining pricing, scope, and service details upfront, trades can attract customers who already know what they want, saving time on back-and-forth conversations. Customers benefit from clear expectations before reaching out, creating a smoother, more transparent hiring process.

just one of several new features Checkatrade is rolling out this autumn

Jambu Palaniappan, CEO of Checkatrade, said:“ Our latest quarterly product release shows the focus and effort we are putting into developing even more ways our Checkatrade members can exhibit their expertise in a way that drives more work. By setting out

services and pricing upfront, trades can save time by connecting with customers who are ready to book.”

Chris Grant Founder & CEO, EPC Services, London said:“ Bookable services is proving to be a real benefit to us. The customer journey is streamlined as they have certainty on cost from the outset. Conversion to a paid

job is hugely simplified for both us and the customer.”

Priced services are just one of several new features Checkatrade is rolling out this autumn. Together, these updates are designed to help trades win more work, save time, and strengthen trust with customers.

For more information visit: whatsnew. checkatrade. com

In support of greater fire safety standards, Allegion UK has announced the launch of its new Fire Door Hardware Logbook, a practical guide designed to assist responsible persons with hardware installation and maintenance.

Allegion unveiled its latest customer resource in line with this year’ s Fire Door Safety Week, with an aim of drawing attention to two of the most prominent problem areas of fire door safety in improper installation and inadequate maintenance. Allegion’ s new logbook addresses the common issues in these areas and offers accessible guidance on essential compliance requirements whilst simplifying documentation and record-keeping for those tasked with upholding the integrity of fire door systems.

With an inuitive format covering detailed installation guidance and quarterly maintenance checklists, the logbook acts as a hands on resource for responsible persons and provides comprehensive walkthroughs for each of the critical elements of fire door

hardware, including overhead door closers, panic and emergency exit hardware, electromagnetic hold open devices, seals, locks, latches and door furniture. The launch reflects Allegion’ s ongoing commitment to raising standards within the fire door industry.

Pete Hancox, country manager at Allegion UK, comments:“ As the industry continues to address fire door compliance and building safety, the significance of accurate fire door hardware installation and competent maintenance procedures can’ t be overstated. Our new Fire Door Hardware Logbook is both a valuable tool and a reminder for building owners, facility managers and responsible persons that fire door safety continues to require attention following the specification process.

“ We’ re proud to add another invaluable resource to our library of support tools as we take a proactive step towards improving awareness and education on installation and maintenance. The launch coincides with fire door safety week and presents us with an opportunity to amplify crucial

messages, as we look to support best fire door safety practice and positively contribute to safer buildings across the UK.”

To download a copy of Allegion’ s‘ Fire Door Hardware Installation and Maintenance Logbook’, visit: www. allegion. co. uk / en / resource _ centre / product _ catalogues. html