HOUZZ PRO VS. THUMBTACK
The best alternative to Thumbtack? Houzz Pro!
Both Thumbtack and Houzz Pro help home professionals generate leads, but Houzz Pro doubles down on pairing the right homeowners with the right pros via leads from the Houzz directory and our Select Match service. And unlike other apps similar to Thumbtack, Houzz Pro can actually help you build a brand and manage your projectsânot just your profile.
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THUMBTACK ALTERNATIVE
Why go with Houzz Pro vs. Thumbtack?
Great question! With Thumbtack and similar sites, itâs hard to know exactly what youâre paying or what youâll get because the costs are based on a wide variety of factors. Some other things that help Houzz Pro stand apart from Thumbtack are:
- Unlike Houzz Pro, youâll have to pay when a homeowner contacts you directly on Thumbtack.
- On Houzz Pro, homeowners go through more steps to get matched with the right Pro.
- With Houzz Pro, you can add your phone number, link to your website and include your average job cost on your listing.
- On Houzz Pro, homeowners are shown photos from your portfolio when you match their projectâs criteria.
All of our marketing solutions are included with an Ultimate Houzz Pro plan that renews annually so expectations are crystal clear.
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Where Houzz Pro wins as a Thumbtack alternative
QUALITY DIRECT CONNECTIONS
Free Direct Connections
Many could argue that the highest quality online lead is one where the homeowner reaches out to you directly for help with their project. Thumbtack prices these leads higher since thereâs a higher chance youâll win the job, but Houzz Pro gives them to you for free if you only need a basic profile. Howâs that for investing in your businessâ future?
Choose a lead provider with premium homeowners! On average, Houzz Pro clients pay their invoices within 48 hours.*
LIVE CONNECTIONS & SELECT MATCH
Let us introduce you to your next client
On Houzz, homeowners decide who they want to contact, meaning theyâre only connected with Pros they truly want to speak with. This isnât the case on Thumbtack.Â
- Just like Thumbtack, weâll dig deep into the details of homeownerâs projects to match them with the right pro.
- Unlike Thumbtack, homeowners have control over which matched pros can contact them with our Select Match feature.
- We donât make you do all the work. We pair homeowners with pros via a live phone connection through our Concierge service.
Let us be your matchmaker! Select Match increased the number of Houzz Pro and homeowner connections by +59%!*
MORE DIRECTORY LISTING OPTIONS
Supercharge Your Directory Listing
You can showcase your business on both Thumbtack and Houzz, but with Houzz Pro you can:
- Add your phone numberÂ
- Add links to your website
- Add typical job price range
Thumbtack doesnât allow for this additional information to be shared with homeowners.
Among HOs who hired a Pro on Houzz, 23% choose $$$ or $$$$ for their project budget level.*
VISUAL MATCH
Portfolios That Speak for Themselves
With sites like Thumbtack, you donât have many ways to build credibility with potential leads from the jump. Wouldnât it be great if leads could get a feel for your style and the quality of your work? With Houzz Proâs Visual Match feature, homeowners are shown photos from your portfolio when you match their projectâs criteria.
Perfect for pros who specialize in larger projects like major remodels or new builds, this Visual Match feature gives you another tool to attract the right homeowners.
What you get with Houzz Pro vs. Thumbtack
*Based on the features available on Thumbtack and Houzz Pro in the U.S. in January, 2023. Please note that this information may have changed since publication. Visit the company websites for current prices and features.
INTEGRATIONS
Houzz Pro Teams Up with Your Tools
As a Thumbtack alternative, Houzz Pro plays well with others. We integrate with tons of your favorite apps like:
- iCloud
- Gmail
- Exchange
- Office 365
- Outlook
- QuickBooks Online
Donât worry. You wonât miss out on the same powerful integrations that other alternatives to Thumbtack offer.
More reasons to pick Houzz Pro vs. Thumbtack
More reasons to pick Houzz Pro vs. Thumbtack
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*Based on a 2022 Houzz Pro Usage Study of U.S. Houzz Professionals across all categories.Â
**Note: Not all features are included in every plan. Please view pricing and plans to find the plan right for you.