About TradeCompete.com

Why should I use TradeCompete.com?
Where do you find your Contractors?
How do I contact your company?

How it works

Do contractors pay to bid on my project?
What if I have a problem with a Contractor?
Can I post more than one project?
How important are the details and the comments and pictures in the project I submit?
Am I obligated to hire any Contractors you refer to me?

Service Cost

What does it cost to submit my project on TradeCompete.com?
Are there any charges if I hire a contractor?

Hiring A Contractor

How many Contractors will respond to my project?
How soon will I get responses from Contractors?
How do I know the Contractors are qualified?


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Why should I use TradeCompete.com?

TradeCompete.com connects homeowners and business owners with top quality service professionals. Because of our ongoing commitment to superior service, TradeCompete.com has become one of the fastest growing, dependable referral services online. Don't just take our word for it, try our service for yourself.

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Where do you find your Contractors?

TradeCompete.com offers services for over 300+ contractor trades and services and caters to both residential and commercial project owners. We are constantly adding new contractors to our nationwide network through various marketing channels and screening processes. To refer a contractor that you feel would be a fit for TradeCompete.com, please fill in this form.

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How do I contact your company?

You can contact us through this form or give us a call at (800) 830.4654.

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Do contractors pay to bid on my project?

Yes, anytime you submit a project on TradeCompete.com our contractors are paying to talk with you about your project and giving their very best to earn your business. It's very important when you are submitting a project you are serious about getting estimates and willing to discuss it with local professionals. You are not obligated in any way to hire a contractor but we do expect you to be available to talk about your project.

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What if I have a problem with a Contractor?

Just like hiring any contractor, you should do your due diligience. Before any work begins, make sure to sign a properly written estimate or contract as this will often have provisions for dealing with the most common situations. With any remodeling or construction project, problems come up. Always try to work with your contractor to resolve any issues. Project surprises can create unexpected costs and delays but communication with your contractor when one of these events happen is crucial. For example, if a contractor says the project will take 10 days to complete, don't assume it will be ten work days in a row. It may be 10 days over the course of a month. In extreme cases, you can report unsolvable issues to your State or Provincial Contracting Licensing Board.

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Can I post more than one project?

Yes, many project owners would like more than one type of contractor. If you would like to post the same project more than once you have to click the repost button in your account. If you need different types of contractors you can submit a project for each type needed.

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How important are the details and the comments and pictures in the project I submit?

Very important! The more information you provide, the greater the chances are that you will be contacted by the right contractor for you. It's also important to provide accurate information so contractors can gauge the project accordingly. The "Project Details" section of the form is there to make sure we know exactly what you would like done, the scale of the project, the location, and any other details missing from the project form.

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Am I obligated to hire any Contractors you refer to me?

No, you are not obligated to hire any contractors we match you with but we do expect you to be available to talk about your project. Every time we match a contractor with a project owner the contractor is paying for the opportunity to talk with you.

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What does it cost to submit my project on TradeCompete.com?

TradeCompete.com does not charge you to submit projects. There is no cost for registering or using our services.

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Are there any charges if I hire a contractor?

No, we don't charge you anything to use our service as a project owner. There are job costs associated with any project that you decide to hire a contractor for. If possible, try to get several bids from several contractors. Contractors have the expertise, the expensive tools, and the time to complete the project.

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How many Contractors will respond to my project?

You will be contacted by (3) three contractors once your project is submitted by default. However, you have the option in the project details to request as many as (10) ten quotes. Once the project has received the maximum number of responses from our network of contractors, it will be closed and you will be notified by email. However, you may also re-post the same project if you did not receive enough bids or if you did not like the bids received. Your project will remain active for 10 days so you can expect your contractors to contact you over the 10 day period.

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How soon will I get responses from Contractors?

As soon as you submit your project, we will match you with the appropriate contractors in your area. Contractors should call you immediately, sometimes in a few hours, or within a few days to start the process.

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How do I know the Contractors are qualified?

It is always important for a project owner to do the necessary due diligence when hiring any contractor or service professional. Always ask if the contractor is licensed and insured and check up on the information provided by the contractor. Always ask for references from recent satisfied customers. Click here for a downloadable contractor interview sheet.