Beyond our Gas Safe and Baxi Approved status, we're vetted members of Care Network's Safe Trader Scheme, a local charity that checks tradespeople so residents across Blackburn with Darwen can invite us into their home with confidence.
Care Network is a registered charity based in Blackburn with Darwen. Since 2003, its Safe Trader Scheme has vetted local tradespeople so residents, particularly older and vulnerable people, can arrange home improvements without worrying who they're letting into their home.
From gas and plumbing to gardening, cleaning and general home maintenance, the scheme covers a wide range of trades. Every approved trader has been through quality assurance checks before being accepted, and Care Network continues to monitor standards afterwards, not just at sign-up.
Accreditation isn't automatic. This is what we've been through to carry the badge, and what Care Network keeps checking afterwards.
Every engineer is checked, not just claimed. It's a genuine background check, verified independently of us.
Verified by Care Network before we were accepted onto the scheme, and rechecked over time rather than a one-off box tick.
Our team has access to training on supporting older and vulnerable customers, including recognising the signs of dementia and communicating in a way that helps rather than confuses.
Care Network continues to check in on approved traders, and customers can leave feedback directly with them, not only with us.
Every quote through the scheme comes without pressure or obligation, so you can decide in your own time.
Being DBS-checked, insured and vulnerability-aware isn't new for us. Care Network accreditation just confirms it independently.
Peace of mind for anyone arranging work on behalf of an elderly relative, not just the person answering the door.
Care Network is a registered charity supporting independent living across Blackburn with Darwen, not a marketing listing site.
Customers can raise feedback with Care Network directly, an extra layer of accountability we don't control ourselves.
Work carried out through the scheme helps fund Care Network's other services, including their Home Improvement Agency and community hub.
Gas Safe registered, Baxi Approved and DBS-checked. Care Network accreditation sits alongside the same commitment, not instead of it.
Genuine feedback shared by Care Network about their Safe Trader Scheme, not reviews of Innovation NW specifically.
"Just wanted to say thank you for your services you provide at Care Network. I have used you many times and you always help me out. My husband is in a care home and I rely on you. Great service again this morning. Thank you."
"I am more than happy with the service I received, was treated with care and respect from start to finish, first class service. You should be proud of the services you provide."
"Very happy with the people that have done jobs for me. I have had ear syringing, aerial repair, gutters done and many more. Very pleased with them all. I will continue using Care Network."
It's a scheme run by Care Network, a registered charity based in Blackburn with Darwen, that vets local tradespeople so residents, particularly older and vulnerable people, can arrange home improvements with confidence. Approved traders are checked for qualifications, insurance and a clean background before they're accepted.
No. There's no extra cost to you for choosing an approved trader. It reflects how we're vetted, not an add-on charge on your quote.
You can check directly with Care Network on 01254 507255, or search for approved traders on their website. It's always worth checking independently rather than just taking a trader's word for it.
You can raise it directly with Care Network as well as with us. That gives you an independent point of contact beyond the trader themselves, which is part of the point of the scheme.
The Safe Trader Scheme itself covers residents across Blackburn with Darwen. We also work more widely across Lancashire for our plumbing and heating services, but our Safe Trader accreditation relates specifically to the Blackburn with Darwen area.
No. A lot of their work supports older and vulnerable residents, but Care Network's wider services, including their Home Improvement Agency and community hub, are there for anyone in Blackburn with Darwen who needs them.
Care Network's own website has more on the Safe Trader Scheme, their wider services, and how to get in touch with them directly.
Follow Care Network on Facebook, LinkedIn or YouTube for updates on the Safe Trader Scheme and their work across Blackburn with Darwen.
Gas Safe registered, Baxi Approved and Care Network vetted, covering Darwen, Blackburn and Lancashire.