Does BuildDirectly sell my project info to contractors?

No. BuildDirectly does not sell leads. We route your project to a small number of qualified, pre-screened contractors who match your specific trade, location, and timeline — and only after we've reviewed the request.

How does BD decide which contractors see my project?

We match based on four signals: trade specialty, service area, current availability, and quality score based on homeowner ratings. Only contractors who meet all four criteria are shown your project.

How is BuildDirectly different from Angi or HomeAdvisor?

Angi and HomeAdvisor sell your contact info to as many contractors as possible the moment you submit. BuildDirectly reviews your project, matches you to a curated set of qualified pros, and gives you one clean pipeline to manage — not a flood of calls.

How many contractors will contact me?

We target a small number of matched contractors per project — typically 3 to 5 — all of whom are qualified for your specific job. You won't get 20 calls from random contractors.

Is BuildDirectly free for homeowners?

Yes, completely free for homeowners. Contractors pay a lead fee only when they receive a matched project opportunity. You never pay anything to submit a project or receive contractor responses.

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How BD Matches Homeowners to Contractors | BuildDirectly

BD Matchmaking Engine

We don't "sell leads." We match real projects to the right pros — fast.

BuildDirectly is a matchmaking system: homeowners submit what they need, BD qualifies the project, and we route it to the best-fit pros based on service, location, availability, and quality signals. Less guessing. Less wasted time. Better outcomes.

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How BD Matchmaking Works

Five clear steps. No mystery. No time-wasting.

Built to reduce friction and increase quality outcomes.

Step 1

📝

Homeowner submits the project

Service, location, timeline, photos (optional), and what "success" looks like.

Step 2

✅

BD qualifies the request

We confirm details, remove confusion, and organize the scope for accurate matching.

Step 3

🧠

BD matches the best-fit pros

Routing based on service type, area, availability, and performance signals.

Step 4

🤝

Pros accept (or pass)

No pressure. Pros choose the projects they want — which improves follow-through.

Step 5

🚀

Project kicks off with clarity

Homeowner meets the right pro, faster — with less back-and-forth and fewer surprises.

The Matchmaking Flow

Intake → qualify → route → accept → start. That's the whole pipeline.

1 · Intake

Form

Service type + zip
Timeline + budget range
Scope details + photos

2 · Qualification

Review

Clarify project needs
Remove mismatches
Ready-to-quote summary

3 · Routing

Match

Service fit + area coverage
Availability + capacity
Quality / performance signals

4 · Pro Accepts

Choice

Pros accept what they want
Better follow-through
Less ghosting

5 · Project Starts

Homeowner meets best-fit pro
Clear next steps
BD stays in the loop

Important: BD matchmaking is not random distribution. It's quality routing designed to protect time, trust, and outcomes on both sides.

Why Matchmaking Beats Old-School Lead Sites

Built to win for homeowners and pros — not just collect clicks.

For HomeownersLess Stress

Clarity first: BD helps organize scope so you don't get random bids.
Faster response: routed to pros who actually want the job.
Better fit: service + location + capacity matched intentionally.
Less chasing: fewer no-shows and less back-and-forth.

For ProsHigher Intent

Cleaner leads: qualified project details, not messy submissions.
Control: accept the jobs you want, pass on what you don't.
Better close rate: less competition chaos, more real conversations.
Less wasted time: BD routing reduces mismatches and dead ends.

What BD Is Built On

Matchmaking is only as strong as the standards behind it.

Quality RoutingStandard

BD routes projects by fit — not by who pays the most to appear at the top.

TransparencyClear

Homeowners understand the process. Pros understand expectations. No guessing games.

Speed + ControlWin-Win

Homeowners move faster. Pros keep control. That's how outcomes improve on both sides.

AccountabilityBD

BD stays involved to keep momentum and reduce drop-offs for both homeowners and pros.

Ready to get matched the right way?

If you're a homeowner, start your project and let BD handle the routing. If you're a pro, join the network and accept only the projects that fit your business.

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Tip: Want a faster match? Add photos and a preferred timeline when you submit your project.