One system, start to finish
Call, appointment, estimate, job, invoice, completion, review — hiring a contractor is a process, and TradeProof Network keeps every step in one place. Here is exactly what happens.
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Tell us about the project
About 2 minutes: what you need, photos of the problem, how urgent it is, and where you are. No technical knowledge required — "not sure" is a valid answer.
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We match up to 3 verified contractors
Not twenty. Our matching engine picks up to 3 contractors whose service area, trade, and specialties fit your job. Every one is verified before they ever appear — state license registration and an established business presence.
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The call
Matched contractors are notified the moment your project lands. They reach out by your preferred method — call, text, or email — and you can message them right on the platform.
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The appointment
For most jobs the contractor looks at the work — in person or from your photos — before putting numbers on paper. Real contractors quote what they see, not what they guess.
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The estimate
Quotes land in your account with the full picture: scope of work, labor and materials, start date, duration, warranty, and financing. Compare them side by side — never on price alone.
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The job
Accept the quote that earns it and the booking is confirmed. You and your contractor stay connected through platform messaging from first day to last.
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Invoice and completion
You pay your contractor directly — TradeProof Network takes nothing from your job price. When the work is done, the contractor marks it complete in the system.
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The review
Only now can a review be written — which is why every review on this platform comes from a real, completed job. Your review carries the Verified Customer badge and helps the next homeowner choose well.
Common questions
Does TradeProof Network cost homeowners anything?
No. Requesting quotes, comparing contractors, messaging, and reviews are free for homeowners. You pay your contractor directly for the work, at the price you agreed to.
How fast do contractors respond?
Contractors are notified by email the moment a matched project lands, and their response speed is tracked — fast responders earn a Fast Response badge and better matching. Emergency projects get priority routing.
What if I don’t like any of the quotes?
Hire nobody. There is no obligation at any step — compare, ask questions, and only accept a quote when one earns it.