Thumbtack ranks as the best among its peers with a net promor score of 70. This measure measures employees' satisfaction with their jobs, and also tracks their satisfaction with the workplace. It is a measure of whether employees would recommend Thumbtack working for their friends or family. Thumbtack currently has the highest net promoter score of all its competitors. It has its critics.
Porch
Porch, in contrast to Thumbtack's system of finding contractors and other home improvement professionals, offers a completely different approach. Porch is a website that allows customers to upload pictures and descriptions about their projects and receive quotes from professionals and contractors. Homeowners can also talk to contractors on the phone to explain what they need done and set up an appointment. Porch conducts background checks in some areas on its service providers. These background checks are not a guarantee of contractor performance but they can help you find local contractors and experts in construction.
Gentask
Gentask, which is a competitor to Thumbtack allows users the ability to find service professionals. The app lets you get free quotes, track completion rates, reviews and create profiles. The app allows users to contact professionals directly. Thumbtack is perhaps more popular but Gentask's reach may be limited. It is available for Android and iPhone. Its market reach is questionable.
ProReferral
ProReferral can be a great option if your business is one of the many contractors or painters who want to advertise on Thumbtack. ProReferral allows you to choose the area and type of work to be targeted. After you are matched with the area you want to target, you will receive a list with potential customers. All you have to do is pick the right one for them, and you can earn credits as long as they choose you as their expert. You can either choose as many or as few services as you like, or simply add them to the "Other” field. Once the leads have been generated, each lead can be purchased or passed on to a rival.
HomeAdvisor
HomeAdvisor as well as its competitors Thumbtack can be used online to find contractors. The difference between the two is that you will need to fill out a complex questionnaire before you can obtain a list containing professional service providers in you area. This makes HomeAdvisor's matching process more efficient. HomeAdvisor doesn't have the same following as its competitors, but most contractors are prescreened for financial or criminal infractions.
ServiceWhale
When comparing Thumbtack with ServiceWhale, it is important to first consider the price. As the name suggests, this website is geared toward home service professionals and offers a price comparison engine. For users to instantly generate pricing information, they can then compare prices before making their final decision. This website also requires contractors to post a pricing list prior to listing their business. Angi, a competitor to Thumbtack, is highly rated. It allows home-service professionals to post either free or paid ads.
Handy
While many people don't think about comparison websites when looking for home improvement services, they can easily identify several handy thumbtack competitors. Pro Referral powered through Home Depot is one such website that is completely free to users. Pro Referral focuses primarily on DIY projects, and takes the basics in home ownership seriously. It's hard to go wrong with a service that guarantees all services and includes a guarantee from its users.
FAQ
Is there anything I should look out for before hiring a handyman?
It is important to hire someone with experience in your project. It is also a good idea to ask for references and inquire about past customers. You might also consider adding some additional money to cover unexpected expenses. It's important to check that your dog is licensed and insured.
How do you find a trustworthy handyman to help me?
Before hiring a handyman, you should always verify references. Ask family and friends who have worked with him or her before. Look online as there are many review sites that allow handymen to post their own reviews.
What are the most common handyman repair tasks?
Handymen commonly repair damaged roofs, windows, doors, gutters, siding, decks, fences, sheds, hot water heaters, air conditioning units, and electrical systems. Handymen can help with any home improvement or building project that is not possible for DIY homeowners.
What is the difference in a handyman and carpenter?
You can hire a handyman for many projects including plumbing, electrical installation and drywall repair. Carpenters specialize in woodworking. They are skilled in building cabinets, doors and windows, as well as decks, roofs, fences and sheds.
Which is better: contracting, or being a handyman.
As you only require yourself and your tools, being a handyman takes less time than contracting. While contractors often rely on subcontractors, handymen must be able and willing to manage their own work schedules.
Can a handyman install new appliances or fixtures?
These projects are best left to the professionals. Make sure you know exactly what appliance or fixture you need to be installed beforehand.
Statistics
- According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in May 2020, there are 1,357,630 handymen employed in the U.S.. (angi.com)
- A franchise was approximately $110,000 with a franchise fee of $14,900, according to a spokesperson for a national handyman franchise. (en.wikipedia.org)
- An estimate was that in 2003, the market for home maintenance and repair spending was up 14% 2001 to 2003. (en.wikipedia.org)
- “Before the pandemic, 40% of people asked how we could estimate a job when we weren't there,” Rose recalled. (inquirer.com)
- More than 20% of homes in America have outdoor living spaces, including decks and patios. (mrhandyman.com)
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How To
How to replace a doorknob
It would be a combination of decorative and functional that is the most effective way to replace it. A door handle with a beautiful finish could easily replace an ordinary doorknob.
This is where the key is to make sure whatever you choose looks exactly like the original, and is easy to use.
If you have other shiny finishes in the home, a shiny brass knob may be too loud. If you have nothing else in your room, get it!
A more subtle option would be to find a knob that matches the existing hardware but doesn't match the overall style of the rest of the home. This might be a good choice for those who are redesigning their kitchen cabinets or creating new countertops in other areas of the home.
If you prefer a more traditional look, change your knobs and replace them with matching handles.