Benefits

Be Descriptive: Each project contains unique project variables. Be sure to describe your project as well as possible so the Service Providers have a clear understanding of what you need done. Service Providers are not afraid of your project, but they are afraid of the unknown or things you failed to disclose that will affect their ability to give you great service value. There are 5 various forms (pictures, description, checkboxes, questions and answers) that you can describe all the important details of your project. Always remember - the more details you give the more savings you get.

Trust Your Instinct: Service Providers come in all shapes and sizes. Review their very best bid and look at their profile, many times a certain Service Provider will stand out and compel you to select them above all others for your project. When you find a Service Provider that you feel is a good fit don't wait around to hire them or another service customer might hire them instead.

Answer The Questions Please: When a service provider asks a question about your project - always be sure to answer it. Maintaining open communication and clear answers are a great way to build confidence for a Service Provider to bid lower.

Value Always Wins: All of the project bids displayed will be at or below your stated budget. If you are price sensitive the lowest bids will appeal to you. If however you are more performance driven the bids at top end of your max price may be a better fit for your project. Either way choose the Service Provider that you felt deserved to win your project.

It Only Takes One: Depending on your budget level, time of the year, project size, and a host of other variables the number of Service Providers that bid on your project can vary considerably. Remember all it takes is just one Service Provider that you like to get your project done.

Be Persistent: It may take you several attempts before you are selected. You never know when or why a customer may select you as a service provider. For most new service providers it takes 5-10 bids before their very first hire.

Build Your Service Provider Profile: Many customers are looking for qualified providers who give great value for the money. Your service provider profile is the best place where you can show them that you're the best fit for that project.

You will increase your chances of being selected by 5X by adding a great picture of yourself and possibly your crew because many customers make an emotional connection with pictures. Be sure to show your past performances by including images of your very best before and after work. Many providers are selected in large part from past work pictures and a friendly face. Also try to give flexible business terms and a low down payment requirement because the terms that you are offering have a large impact on your selection chances. Always use proper grammar and avoid any misspellings in your profile and the question and answer section during the live project.

Get Some Positive Reviews: Many of our customers tell us they will pay a higher price for a service provider with good reviews from other customers. After your next job, ask your customers to write a review. However, don't expect every customer to give you a perfect score all of the time. Recent studies have actually shown that service provider reviews that are not 100% perfect are received as more credible and believable.

No Names Please: To provide an even playing field for all the bidders, you are prohibited from displaying any and all contact information - names, e-mail, phone & text numbers, company names/logos/brand identifying marks/websites. Any attempt to violate these rules either during a live project or in your service provider profile will cancel your bid automatically and possibly suspend or terminate your Service Provider account.

Bid Responsibly: Try and set a minimum price for each project and stick with it. Remember it is best value that the customer really wants - not just the lowest price all the time. Look for jobs that are a good fit for you then bid to your best value price. Over 60% of the customers do not select the lowest price service provider.