How does TradeHire verify trade licenses?

TradeHire validates every technician's credentials against official state licensing databases. License type, authority level, and status are confirmed at the source — not self-reported.

How much does TradeHire cost?

Tradespeople browse free, $5/month premium to apply and connect. Employers pay $100/month with 1 job listing included, additional listings $25 each, $5 to initiate outreach, $25 for successful calls. No commissions or placement fees.

Is my identity protected on TradeHire?

Yes. Your name, phone number, and email stay private by default. Employers only see your verified license, trade category, and geographic availability until you choose to reveal your identity.

What trades does TradeHire support?

TradeHire currently supports Electricians, Limited Electricians, Plumbers, Oil Technicians, Propane & Natural Gas Technicians, Refrigeration Technicians, and Commercial CDL Drivers.

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Core Features

License Verification →

Credentials validated against official state records

Privacy Controls →

Identity protected until both sides agree to connect

Interview Scheduling →

Automated calendar, SMS reminders, and no-show tracking

Market Intelligence →

Real-time wage data and demand trends by trade and region

Lead Marketplace →

Contractors browse and unlock homeowner project leads

Inspection Analysis →

AI-powered report analysis for real estate agents

Trade Categories

Electrician Limited Electrician Plumber Oil Technician Propane & Natural Gas Refrigeration CDL Driver

Platform Overview →

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Tradespeople

Your license is your leverage.

Stay private, see real pay data, get discovered by shops that value credentials. No race-to-the-bottom bidding.

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Real pay, verified

Get verified

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Find mentors

Master-level

Track career

Apprentice to master

Employers

Hire verified. Zero commissions.

Search a database of state-verified tradespeople. No placement fees. Every applicant is license-checked.

Post a job

$5 / 10 days

Search techs

Filter by license

Simple pricing

No hidden fees

Verification

State-checked

Property Owners

Get matched in minutes.

Describe your problem, upload a photo, and get quotes from up to 5 verified pros. Always free.

AI Project Intake

Describe your problem in plain English

TRY IT FREE →

max pros per job

for homeowners

100%

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Contractors

Browse homeowner projects, completely free →

Roofers, GCs, painters, excavators. Free forever — no subscriptions, no fees.

Real Estate Agents

AI inspection analysis and repair packages →

Upload reports, get instant deficiency breakdowns with cost estimates. Free to analyze, $5/mo to bid.

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§ 01 — Verified Trades, Maine

THE VERIFIED HUB FOR MAINE'S SKILLED TRADES.

TradeHire connects homeowners, businesses, and employers with Maine's top licensed tradespeople. Verified credentials. Smarter connections. Better results.

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§ 02 — Verification

Real credentials. Checked against the state.

SUBMIT YOUR LICENSE

Enter your trade license details and give us permission to verify against Maine state databases.

WE VALIDATE AT THE SOURCE

TradeHire checks your credentials directly with official state licensing records. No self-reporting.

GET DISCOVERED

Your verified profile goes live. Employers and property owners find you based on real, validated credentials.

§ 03 — Who it's for

Five sides. One verified network.

Homeowners & Property Managers

PROPERTY OWNERS

Post a project for free and get quotes from licensed, state-verified tradespeople. No tire-kickers, no guessing.

Post a project→

Licensed Technicians

TRADESPEOPLE

Your license is your leverage. Stay private, see real pay data, and get discovered by shops that value credentials.

Create your profile→

Shops & Trade Companies

EMPLOYERS

Search a database of state-verified tradespeople. No placement fees, no commissions. Hire with confidence.

Start hiring→

Roofers, GCs, Painters & More

CONTRACTORS

Browse homeowner projects and connect with homeowners for free. No subscriptions, no lead fees, no commissions, no middleman.

Browse leads→

Brokers & Real Estate Agents

REAL ESTATE AGENTS

Upload inspection reports, get AI-powered deficiency analysis, and create shareable repair packages for buyers and sellers.

Analyze a report→

§ 03.5 — How It Connects

ONE PROJECT. EVERY TRADE.

When you post a project, TradeHire automatically identifies every trade needed and matches you with verified professionals.

Plumber4 available

Electrician6 available

Carpenter3 available

Painter5 available

HVAC2 available

20 verified pros found

for your kitchen project

100%

License-Verified

Max Pros / Job

Resold Leads

Launching Statewide

§ 04 — Maine Market

What's happening across Maine right now.

Cumberland County

Master Electrician — Panel Upgrade

$42-48/hr

York County

Journeyman Plumber — Renovation

$38-44/hr

Penobscot County

Oil Burner Tech — Seasonal Service

$35-40/hr

Kennebec County

HVAC Install — Commercial

$40-50/hr

Androscoggin County

Propane Tech — Tank Install

$36-42/hr

Sagadahoc County

CDL Driver — Materials Transport

$28-34/hr

§ 05 — Trade Categories

Every license covered.

Plumbing Electrical Limited Electrical HVAC / Heating / Cooling Oil Heat Propane & Gas Refrigeration CDL Driver Roofing Siding & Exterior Trim

AI-Powered Search

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Find licensed tradespeople, browse jobs, or post a project — all powered by intelligent search.

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Live Network Data

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Real county-level data from state licensing databases — hover a pin for the trade breakdown

Hover a county pin to see its trade density breakdown

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Step by Step

How It Works

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2:00 PM — Interview

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Pick a 15-minute time slot. Both parties receive a masked phone number — real numbers stay private.

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