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 pay $5/month for unlimited job applications. Employers pay $50/month for database access, plus $5 per worker outreach and $5 per 10-day job listing. 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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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.

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$5 / 10 days

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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.

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for homeowners

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Contractors

Browse homeowner projects, pay per lead →

Roofers, GCs, painters, excavators. 1% of estimate, min $5. No subscriptions.

Real Estate Agents

AI inspection analysis and repair packages →

Upload reports, get instant deficiency breakdowns with cost estimates. $10/month.

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The Process

How TradeHire Works

Five sides of one marketplace. Whether you hold a trade license, run a shop, own a property, bid on projects, or sell homes — here is exactly how TradeHire works for you.

For Technicians

Create Your Verified Profile

Enter your license number and trade category. TradeHire cross-references your credentials against Maine's official state licensing database in real time. Your name, phone, and contact info stay completely hidden — only your verified qualifications are shown to employers.

Takes about 10 minutes. No resume required.

Set Your Availability & Preferences

Tell us what you're open to: full-time, part-time, seasonal, or just exploring. Set your preferred radius, trade categories, and the wage range you'd consider. You can update these any time and pause your visibility instantly.

You control who can see you and when.

Engage On Your Terms

When a qualified employer reaches out, you'll get a notification through our masked communication system. Review their company profile, job details, and offered compensation before deciding whether to respond. Reveal your identity only when you're ready.

Your real contact info is never shared without your consent.

Create Your Technician Profile

For Employers

Post a Role or Search the Pool

Create a job posting with trade-specific requirements — license type, authority level, certifications, and experience. Or skip the posting entirely and search our verified technician database directly using trade-specific filters no general job board offers.

Search by license type, authority, location, and availability.

Review Verified Credentials

Every technician profile you see has been validated against state records. Browse qualifications, license authority levels, years of experience, and availability without seeing personal information until both parties agree to connect.

No guesswork. No unverified applicants.

Connect and Schedule

Send a connection request through our masked communication system. If the technician accepts, our built-in scheduling tool coordinates availability windows, sends calendar invites, and handles SMS reminders automatically. After your call, you get an AI-generated summary.

From search to scheduled interview in minutes, not weeks.

Start Hiring Verified Talent

For Property Owners

Post Your Project for Free

Describe the work you need done, select the trade category, upload photos, and set your budget range. Your first post every month is completely free.

Takes about 5 minutes. Photos help you get better bids.

Get Quotes from Verified Pros

Licensed tradespeople and contractors within 40 miles are notified automatically. You receive quotes from up to 6 verified professionals directly through the platform.

Every respondent is license-verified or business-verified.

Compare, Connect, and Hire

Review quotes side-by-side, message contractors through our platform, and choose the best fit. Your contact info stays private until you decide to share it.

No commissions. No middleman fees. You deal directly.

Post Your First Project

For Contractors

Browse Homeowner Projects

Create a free account and browse all active homeowner projects in your service area. See project details, trade category, location, budget range, and photos before deciding.

Free to browse. No subscription required.

Unlock the Leads You Want

When you find a project that fits your business, unlock it to get the homeowner's name, email, phone, and full project details. The fee is 1% of the low estimate (minimum $5).

You only pay for leads you choose. No wasted spend.

Contact and Close the Deal

Reach out to the homeowner directly, provide your quote, and win the job. TradeHire takes no commissions and no percentage of the project value. The relationship is yours.

No middleman. No recurring fees. No commissions.

Browse Leads for Free

For Real Estate Agents

Upload Inspection Reports

Upload home inspection reports in PDF format. Our AI reads and analyzes the entire document, extracting deficiencies, safety concerns, and maintenance items automatically.

Supports all standard inspection report formats.

Get AI-Powered Analysis

Within minutes, receive a breakdown of all deficiencies organized by trade (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.) with estimated repair costs. Prioritized by urgency and safety.

Cost estimates based on current Maine market data.

Create Shareable Repair Packages

Generate professional repair packages you can share with buyers, sellers, or listing agents. Connect directly with verified contractors on TradeHire for each repair category.

$10/month for unlimited reports and packages.

Start Analyzing Reports

The Privacy Promise

Privacy is built into every step

Technician identities are never exposed without explicit consent. Employer contact info is masked through our communication layer until both parties agree to connect. Every interaction on TradeHire is designed with privacy at the foundation — not as an afterthought.

Masked Phone Numbers

Twilio-powered proxy numbers on every call

Anonymous Profiles

Credentials visible, identity protected

Consent-Based Reveal

You choose when to share contact info