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Notable UK Trademark

DYNO-ROD

Dyno-Rod has been registered in the UK for drain clearing and plumbing repair services since the company was established in the 1960s. The brand became Britain's most recognised name in drain unblocking, with its fleet of distinctive vans a common sight on British streets.

Classes37
StatusRegistered
On the register36+ years
Current ownerGB Gas Holdings Limited

UK IPO Record

DYNO-ROD — registered UK trademark image from the UK IPO
Application Number
UK00001282932
Word Mark
DYNO-ROD
Status
Registered
Applied
1 October 1986
Registered
28 September 1990
Next Renewal
1 October 2027
Owner
GB Gas Holdings Limited
Nice Classes
Class 37

Brand History & Trademark Analysis

Dyno-Rod has been registered in the UK for drain clearing and plumbing repair services since the company was established in the 1960s. The brand became Britain's most recognised name in drain unblocking, with its fleet of distinctive vans a common sight on British streets. The trademark covers a niche but essential service category where brand recognition directly drives consumer choice.

The trademark covers a niche but essential service category where brand recognition directly drives consumer choice.

Nice Class 37 covers construction & repair. View all Class 37 trademarks and case studies →

Historical Background

Dyno-Rod was founded in 1963 by Jim Zockoll, a former airline pilot, pioneering electromechanical drain-clearing in the UK. The company was the first non-fast-food franchise in the UK and played a prominent role in founding the British Franchise Association. British Gas acquired Dyno-Rod in October 2004 for £57.6 million.

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