Find local contractors plumbers electricians
We don’t post many of these notices for other startups, but I’m making an exception in this case, because summer’s upon us, and I’ve been “learning” a bunch of new things, such as how to lay carpet in my basement, how to deal with insurance companies after a pipe breaking, and how to plant bushes in the front yard (OK, I admit it, I hired people to do all of these things!).
I also happen to advise a local Seattle startup called HelpHive — they work to help you find recommended Seattle plumbers, landscapers, cleaners, contractor, handyman and more — the site works much like TeachStreet, in that you can invite your friends, and share your reviews and ratings of your favorite contractors, plumbers, landscapers and more.
Why HelpHive is interesting to TeachStreeters:
- Many TeachStreeters are also homeowners who are looking for recommended local service providers for home repairs, maintenance, cleaning, landscape and improvement projects
- Like TeachStreet, HelpHive is a community-driven marketplace which empowers members to find the right local help
- With the beta launch in the Seattle area, HelpHive has profiles for more than 6,500 business profiles in 45 categories ranging from gutter cleaners to painters to lawn care specialists to remodeling contractors
- HelpHive operates on a friend referral model … you post feedback on providers you have hired and your friends can see this feedback … and you can see theirs!
- HelpHive is running a special contest … post of review of a home service provider and you could win one of two $100 Home Depot gift cards
And, if you happen to learn some new home improvement tips, write an article on TeachStreet and let us know!