Why Tradespeople Can't Afford to Miss Smart Service Stickers at InstallerSHOW 2025
Published on: June 9, 2025
By Bash, Co-Founder
The InstallerSHOW has earned its place as the UK's leading destination for professionals working in heating, plumbing, electrical, and renewable trades. This year, from June 24th to 26th at the NEC Birmingham, over 30,000 industry specialists are expected to attend. For any tradesperson looking to stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry, this event is not just worth visiting---it's essential.
Among the hundreds of companies exhibiting, one name is drawing increasing attention for its practical, accessible solution to one of the industry's biggest problems: customer retention.
That name is Smart Service Stickers by Workbelt.
If you're in the business of installations, servicing or maintenance---and especially if you rely on repeat business---this is a product you'll want to understand. And more importantly, it's one you'll want to see in action at the InstallerSHOW.
You can find us featured in the official exhibitor listings here:
https://www.installershow.com/exhibitors/smart-service-stickers-by-workbelt/
And in the New Product Showcase, where we've been selected as one of the key innovations this year:
In this guide, we'll cover exactly why Smart Service Stickers have been making waves in the trades community, what you'll learn when visiting our stand, and what you stand to lose by not exploring this growing technology now.
The Problem Tradespeople Know All Too Well
If you're like most working professionals in this space, a major part of your income comes from services that repeat annually or every few years---boiler servicing, PAT testing, landlord gas safety certificates, appliance maintenance, electrical inspections and so on.
The problem is: most tradespeople don't have a reliable system in place to ensure those clients come back to them when the service is due.
You've probably left a business card, scribbled on a sticker, or maybe even relied on customers to "give you a ring next year." But the reality is that people forget. Contact details get lost. Fridge magnets get thrown out. Your hard-earned clients go elsewhere, and often to less qualified or more expensive options.
This isn't just a matter of losing one job. It's the loss of every future booking tied to that client and every referral that might have followed.
A Simple Innovation That Solves a Costly Problem
Smart Service Stickers are our response to this challenge. They look like standard, durable stickers you'd apply to a boiler, consumer unit or appliance, but each one comes with a unique QR code embedded. When your customer scans the code, they are taken directly to a booking page, service request form, or a portal of your choosing.
It's instant. It's easy. And it's highly effective.
There's no app for the customer to download. No complicated tech. Just a visible, scannable link to you when they need you most---right at the point where the job needs redoing.
From a business perspective, it becomes one of the most cost-effective tools in your arsenal. You apply it once and it continues to generate opportunities for months or years to come.
What Makes This Different from Reminders in Other Systems?
At this point, you might be thinking, "I already use reminders in something like Tradify or Powered Now." And while those platforms offer excellent functionality, they don't solve the visibility problem. Customers rarely remember apps, and not all tradespeople want to commit to another software subscription.
Smart Stickers are physical, visible and easy for anyone to use. No logins. No searching through emails. Just scan and book.
And because they can be customised with your branding, logo or direct message, they reinforce your professionalism and reliability every time a customer sees them.
For tradespeople who prefer low-maintenance systems that actually work in real life, this is exactly what has been missing.
What You'll Learn When You Visit Our Stand
We're not just there to talk. We're there to show you exactly how Smart Stickers fit into your workflow. When you visit our stand at InstallerSHOW, you'll be able to:
- ✅Test a live QR flow for your trade
- ✅See examples of stickers in real-world scenarios
- ✅Discover how to embed your contact form or booking tool
- ✅Get insight into how other trades are using them, from gas engineers to electricians to fire alarm specialists
- ✅Understand how this works with or without a portal subscription
We'll also be showing use cases across different trades, including heating and gas, electrical installations, fire safety, appliance repair, solar and renewables, and more. Whether you're a sole trader or part of a larger field service team, we'll demonstrate how this solution adapts to you.
Who Should Definitely Come See Us
We're speaking especially to you if:
- •You carry out regular services that are due annually or every few years
- •You want more repeat bookings without chasing customers
- •You leave handwritten notes, labels or stickers and wonder if they're effective
- •You've tried reminder software but found it clunky or expensive
- •You're looking for simple ways to automate follow-up without hiring admin staff
This product is already being used by engineers and service professionals across the UK who work in gas, electrical, fire alarm and security, appliance maintenance, heating systems, solar and EV installations, facilities management and property compliance.
If you serve homes, landlords or commercial premises, Smart Stickers are for you.
Why Not Visiting Us Is a Missed Opportunity
Let's be honest. A lot of people walk through a show like InstallerSHOW thinking they'll just explore, grab some brochures and circle back later.
But the truth is, opportunities like this don't repeat themselves easily. At the show, we'll be offering an exclusive package that's only available to attendees. It won't be sold online. It won't be available via email. And it's not something you can just opt into after the event has ended.
This offer will allow you to trial the product for a set period with additional benefits and bonuses to ensure you get value immediately. If you don't visit the stand, you miss the deal---and potentially a year's worth of repeat customers who could've booked with a single scan.
Already Convinced? Here's Where You Can Buy Now
We understand that not everyone wants to wait until the show. If you're ready to start benefiting from Smart Stickers today, you can order directly from our website.
Trade-specific sticker packs are available now and include everything you need to get started. Each pack includes stickers built to last and printed for visibility, with your own QR links ready to go.
Visit the InstallerSHOW With Purpose
With so much to see at InstallerSHOW, it's important to plan your visit. We encourage you to visit the show website, register for free and make a note to visit Smart Service Stickers by Workbelt.
Here's the direct exhibitor listing:
https://www.installershow.com/exhibitors/smart-service-stickers-by-workbelt/
And we're proud to be recognised in the official New Product Showcase:
https://www.installershow.com/new-product-showcase/
We'll be there for all three days and look forward to showing you exactly how Smart Stickers can turn a one-off job into the start of long-term recurring business. No hard sell. Just a practical tool that works.
If you'd like to prepare in advance or want to learn more about how to use the stickers in your specific trade, feel free to browse our guides, videos and support content at:
https://www.workbelt.co.uk/smart-service-stickers
Don't miss this opportunity. The businesses that act early are the ones that dominate later.