Class 37 is one of the distinctive categories found in the world of trademarks. Trademark Class 37 involves service activities generally about construction, repair, and installation. This class tends to be very important to enterprises engaged in developing and adjusting structures and installation services of various goods or equipment. Whether you are a construction company, an appliance installation service, or a repair service provider, registration of the trademark under Class 37 will ensure that your services are unique and distinguished in the marketplace.

In this article, we will be discussing what Trademark Class 37 is, the services that come under this class, and the services that are not covered under it.

What is Trademark Class 37?

Trademark Class 37 is one of 45 classes of the NICE Classification System globally adopted to classify products and services for trademark registration. Generally, it deals with services related to the construction, repair, and installation of all sorts of goods, infrastructure, and equipment.

Services in Class 37 constitute construction works for buildings, roads, and other infrastructures, as well as fitting or assembling machinery, electronic products, and vehicles. The important takeaway is that Class 37 services refer to services by experts who preserve and enhance the physical aspects of goods and properties, not the goods or products themselves.

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Services Covered Under Trademark Class 37

Class 37 covers most of the services that are needed to be in the construction and maintenance fields. Below are the major services that fall into Trademark Class 37.

1. Construction Services:

• Residential, commercial, and industrial building construction

• Road construction

• Bridge and tunnel construction

• Landscaping and gardening services

• Construction management 

• Renovation and remodeling services

2. Repair and Maintenance Services:

• General repair and maintenance services for buildings, structures, and machinery

• Vehicle repair and maintenance (trucks, motorcycles, etc.)

• Electrical and plumbing repair services

• HVAC (heating, and air conditioning) repair and maintenance

• Home appliance repair 

• Maintenance of industrial machinery, tools, and equipment

• Computer and electronic device repair

3. Installation Services :

• Installation of heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems

• Installation of electrical systems and wiring

• Installation of windows, doors, and other building materials

• Installation of kitchen appliances, bathroom fixtures, and other home improvements

• Installation of machinery and equipment for industrial and commercial use

4. Cleaning Services:

• Building cleaning and janitorial services (commercial and residential)

• Industrial cleaning services

• Window cleaning and façade cleaning

5. Other Services:

• Elevator installation and repair service

• Locksmith service

• Floor laying and carpet installation

• Roofing

Professionals or skilled workers usually provide these services and are vital to the maintenance and upkeep of buildings, infrastructure, and industrial equipment. Whether you are constructing a new building or repairing machinery, registering your trademark under Class 37 is crucial for protecting your service offerings and building trust with your clients.

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Services Not Included in Trademark Class 37

Class 37 includes a broad spectrum of services that cover construction, repair, and installation activities. However, not all services are included in this class. Depending on their nature and scope, services may fall under other classes of trademarks. Some of the services not included in Class 37 are:

1. Design and Architectural Services:

Architectural design and urban planning services are not classified under Class 37. They relate to the design and planning stage rather than construction. Thus, they are classified under Class 42 (scientific and technological services).

2. Legal Services:

Legal services concerning property law, construction contracts, or real estate transactions are not classified under Class 37. Such services are generally classified under Class 45 (legal services).

3. Real Estate Services:

Real estate sales, leasing, and management services are not included in Class 37. These services are classified under Class 36 (financial and real estate services).

4. Goods and Products:

Products and goods related to construction, such as building materials (cement, bricks, tiles), are not included in Class 37. These goods are typically classified under Class 19 (building materials) or Class 6 (metal construction materials).

5. Transport Services:

Whereas Class 37 provides for vehicle repair and maintenance services, transportation of goods is excluded while passenger services fall under Class 39.

6. Manufacturing Services

The class does not apply to product manufacturing services such as factory production. In general, services for transforming materials or producing goods are covered under Class 40.

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List of Services in Class 37 of Trademark

Here is the comprehensive list of services that must be classified under Trademark Class 37:

• air conditioning apparatus installation and repair

• aeroplane maintenance and repair

• anti-rust treatment for vehicles

• artificial snow-making services

• asphalting

• boiler cleaning and repair

• bricklaying

• building construction supervision

• building sealing / damp-proofing [building]

• building insulating

• building of fair stalls and shops

• rental of bulldozers

• burglar alarm installation and repair

• burner maintenance and repair

• car wash,  motor vehicle wash

• carpentry services

• chimney sweeping

• cleaning of buildings [interior]

• cleaning of clothing

• rental of cleaning machines

• cleaning of buildings [exterior surface]

• clock and watch repair

• clothing repair

• rental of construction equipment

• construction*

• construction information

• construction consultation

• rental of cranes [construction equipment]

• demolition of buildings

• diaper cleaning

• disinfecting

• rental of drainage pumps

• drilling of wells

• drilling of deep oil or gas-wells

• dry cleaning

• electric appliance installation and repair

• elevator installation and repair / lift installation and repair

• rental of excavators

• factory construction

• film projector repair and maintenance

• fire alarm installation and repair

• freezing equipment installation and repair

• fur care, cleaning and repair

• furnace installation and repair

• furniture maintenance

• furniture restoration

• harbour construction

• heating equipment installation and repair

• installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware

• installation of doors and windows

• interference suppression in electrical apparatus

• irrigation devices installation and repair

• kitchen equipment installation

• knife sharpening

• laundering

• rental of laundry washing machines

• leather care, cleaning and repair

• linen ironing

• machinery installation, maintenance and repair

• masonry

• mending clothing

• mining extraction

• motor vehicle maintenance and repair

• office machines and equipment installation, maintenance and repair

• painting or repair of signs

• painting, interior and exterior

• paper hanging/wallpapering

• parasol repair

• photographic apparatus repair

• pier breakwater building

• pipeline construction and maintenance

• plastering

• plumbing

• pressing of clothing

• pumicing

• pump repair

• quarrying services

• rat exterminating

• re-tinning

• rebuilding engines that have been worn or partially destroyed

• rebuilding machines that have been worn or partially destroyed

• refilling of toner cartridges

• renovation of clothing

• repair information

• repair of security locks

• repair of power lines

• restoration of works of art

• restoration of musical instruments

• retreading of tires [tyres] / retreading of tires / retreading of tyres

• riveting

• road paving

• rental of road sweeping machines

• roofing services

• rustproofing

• safe maintenance and repair

• sanding

• scaffolding

• shipbuilding

• shoe repair

• street cleaning

• strong-room maintenance and repair

• swimming-pool maintenance

• telephone installation and repair

• tyre balancing/tire balancing

• umbrella repair

• underwater construction

• underwater repair

• upholstering

• upholstery repair

• varnishing

• vehicle lubrication [greasing] / vehicle greasing/vehicle lubrication

• vehicle wash

• vehicle polishing

• vehicle service stations [refuelling and maintenance]

• vehicle maintenance

• vehicle cleaning

• vehicle breakdown assistance [repair]

• vehicle battery charging

• vermin exterminating, other than for agriculture

• vulcanization of tires [tyres] [repair] / vulcanization of tires [repair] / vulcanization of tyres [repair]

• warehouse construction and repair

• washing of linen

• washing

• window cleaning

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Summing Up 

Trademark Class 37 is a very vital trademark class for companies that work in the construction, repair, and installation industries. Trademark registration gives a company the distinction and protection of its services within a competitive market. Whichever business your company may operate, whether in construction, car repair, or appliance fitting, trademark registration is essential for the legal foundation to secure your services and build trust with clients. Understanding what services are covered by Class 37—and what are not—is vital. This knowledge helps businesses protect their intellectual property and achieve success in their respective markets.

Trademark Class 37: FAQs

Q1. Does Class 37 include building construction?

Yes, building construction services are classified under Trademark Class 37.

Q2. Does Class 37 include vehicle repairs?

Yes, car repair and maintenance services come under Class 37.

Q3. Are architectural designs included under Class 37?

No, architectural design services are covered under Class 42, not Class 37.

Q4. Is installation of home appliances included in Class 37?

Yes, the installation of home appliances, including kitchen equipment, comes under Class 37.

Q5. Are real estate services included in Trademark Class 37?

No, real estate services fall under Class 36, not Class 37.