Get seen
by more customers
Increase your leads by 30%
with sponsored listings*.
Get seen first with sponsored listings. Premium placement that puts you ahead of the competition.
Sponsored listings can increase job requests:
Boosts your visibility with 35% more profile views*
Highlights your business in top search positions to millions of Checkatrade customers
Flexible advertising to fit your business
You’re in control, update your budget and targeting anytime. Only pay for clicks, with no long-term contract.
Your timing
Control your leads.
Start or stop
campaigns anytime.
Custom targeting
Pick the work and postcodes you want to advertise in.
Fit to your budget
Only pay for clicks. Starting from just £100/month.
How it works
Get vetted and set up your profile
Choose where you want extra visibility
Adjust your services and postcodes
Set your monthly spend and how you want to bid
FAQs
- Am I guaranteed to appear in a top spot if I run a campaign?
Not guaranteed — but you’ve got a good chance. When someone searches, we run a real-time auction. If your campaign is live, fits the search, and you’ve not hit your monthly cap, you’re in the mix. The top two spots go to those with the most competitive bids. It’s not just about budget — it’s about playing it smart.
- If I don’t win the auction will I still be charged?
No win, no fee. You’ll only ever pay when someone clicks on your listing. That means your budget goes directly towards visibility, not wasted impressions.
- I’m worried about fraud. Can others click on my ads to waste my budget?
We’ve got robust systems in place to stop that. Every click is reviewed and filtered using advanced fraud detection — including bot-blocking and de-duplication. It’s how we make sure your budget is spent on genuine interest, not funny business.
- Can smaller trades compete with bigger companies in this model?
Definitely. This system rewards relevance and strategy, not just spend. A well-rated trade with a smart bid can still win top placement — even against bigger businesses. You’ve got full control over your bidding strategy, and we’re here to help you get the most from it.
- What if my budget runs out mid-month?
Your campaign will simply pause until your next billing cycle. You won’t overspend. If your campaign’s working well and you want to keep the momentum, you can increase your monthly cap — just give us a shout and we’ll sort it for you!
