Question 1

How do I get a quote?

Accepted Answer

Pick your project from the dropdown on the homepage, enter your ZIP code, and hit Instant Quote. You'll see a price for that exact job in your area in seconds — no phone calls, no waiting for callbacks.

Question 2

Where does the price come from?

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If a vetted pro owns the territory covering your ZIP, the number is that pro's own submitted pricing for that job. If your area doesn't have a claimed pro yet, we show a national average range built from real job data so you still know roughly what to budget.

Question 3

Is the quote the final price?

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It's a firm starting point, not a blind guess. Prices are contractor-submitted and subject to the actual job details — access, materials, existing damage, or hidden issues can move the number. Your pro confirms the final price before any work begins.

Question 4

Why do I have to enter my name, email, and phone?

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Your contact info is how the pro reaches you to confirm details and schedule. It also lets us text or email your quote so you have it on record. It's used for your project only.

Question 5

Can I get a quote for more than one project?

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Yes. Run each project separately so every quote is accurate, then mention to your pro that you'd like them bundled — most will quote a combined visit.

Question 6

Do I pay HandymanQuote anything?

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No. HandymanQuote is completely free for homeowners. You pay your contractor directly for the work, at the price the two of you agree on.

Question 7

Who will I be matched with?

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One pro — the single contractor who owns the exclusive territory for your ZIP code. You'll see their name, photo, rating, and review count before you unlock your quote.

Question 8

How are pros vetted?

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Every pro is manually reviewed and approved before they go live. We confirm business identity, insurance, service area, and workmanship history, and we monitor homeowner reviews after every job.

Question 9

What if my area doesn't have a pro yet?

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You'll still get a national-average estimate for your project so you can budget confidently. We'll let you know as soon as a vetted pro claims your territory.

Question 10

What if I'm not happy with the pro?

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Tell us. Repeated complaints put a pro's territory at risk — exclusivity is a privilege, and we take it back when standards slip. Email support and we'll step in.

Question 11

Am I obligated to hire them?

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Never. Unlocking a quote is not a booking. You're free to compare, wait, or walk away.

Question 12

Will I get spam calls?

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No. That's the whole point of the model. Your request goes to exactly one pro — we never sell, resell, or share your request with a network of competing companies.

Question 13

How is my information used?

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To deliver your quote, connect you with your territory's pro, and send the quote to your phone or inbox if you ask. Nothing else.

Question 14

Can I delete my information?

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Yes. Email us and we'll remove your request and contact details from our system.

Question 15

How fast will my pro respond?

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Most pros reach out the same business day. You can also call or message them directly from your quote page — you don't have to wait.

Question 16

Can I text or email my quote to myself?

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Yes. Once your quote is unlocked, use the text or email buttons on the price card to send yourself a copy.

Question 17

What if the job turns out bigger than expected?

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Your pro will walk you through the change and give you an updated price before doing extra work. No surprise invoices.

Question 18

How do I pay?

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Directly to your contractor, using whatever method they accept. HandymanQuote never handles payment for the job.

Question 19

What is an exclusive territory?

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A defined set of ZIP codes that only you receive leads from. Every homeowner in that territory who requests a quote for a job you price is routed to you, and only you. No shared leads, no bidding wars.

Question 20

How do I claim one?

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Go to the Contractors page, search your ZIP, and check availability. Open territories can be claimed on the spot with the Claim Your Territory form. Claimed ones show as unavailable.

Question 21

My area isn't listed. What now?

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Use the "Don't see your area?" request on the Contractors page. Send us the ZIP codes you cover and we'll add the territory to the database and price it by population.

Question 22

Can I hold more than one territory?

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Yes. Many pros stack adjacent territories to cover their full service radius. Each is billed at its own tier.

Question 23

Can I lose my territory?

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Only for cause — lapsed payment, expired insurance, unresponsiveness to leads, or a pattern of homeowner complaints. Stay in good standing and it's yours.

Question 24

What do I need to apply?

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Business name and contact info, the ZIP codes or territory you want, proof of insurance, licensing where your trade requires it, and a short history of the work you do.

Question 25

How long does approval take?

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Applications are reviewed manually, typically within one to two business days. You'll be notified by email once your account is approved.

Question 26

Why was my application declined?

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The most common reasons are an unavailable territory, missing insurance documentation, or unresolved reviews elsewhere. We'll tell you which, and you're welcome to reapply once it's resolved.

Question 27

Do I need to be a licensed general contractor?

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Not necessarily — requirements follow your state and trade. What's non-negotiable is active liability insurance and a legitimate registered business.

Question 28

Who sets the prices homeowners see?

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You do. You submit your own price for each job type you offer, and that's exactly what homeowners in your territory see. You can update your pricing at any time from your dashboard.

Question 29

What happens when a homeowner requests a quote?

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The lead lands in your dashboard with the job type, ZIP code, and the homeowner's name, email, and phone. Reach out, confirm the details, and close it.

Question 30

Are leads shared with other contractors?

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Never. That's the core promise of the platform. One territory, one pro.

Question 31

Do I pay per lead?

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No. You pay a flat territory subscription, and every lead in that territory is yours at no extra cost — whether that's two this month or twenty.

Question 32

What if I can't take a job?

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Tell the homeowner promptly so they can make other plans. Chronic non-response is the fastest way to put a territory at risk.

Question 33

How much does a territory cost?

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Pricing is flat and tiered by market size — Small, Medium, and Large — with a discount for paying annually. Current rates are listed on the Contractors page.

Question 34

Monthly or annual?

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Either. Annual is billed once and costs less per month; monthly gives you flexibility. You can switch at renewal.

Question 35

Can I cancel?

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Yes, anytime. Your territory stays active through the end of the paid period, then returns to the open pool for another contractor.

Question 36

How do I update my pricing or profile?

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Sign in and use your contractor dashboard. Job pricing, contact details, and service coverage are all editable there.

Question 37

I forgot my password.

Accepted Answer

Use the reset link on the contractor sign-in page and follow the emailed instructions.

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