Find vetted, local tradespeople ready to quote your project. No cold-calling, no guessing if they're reliable.

Finding a trustworthy contractor is often the hardest part of a renovation. You might ask friends for recommendations, search online reviews (which may be fake), or cold-call tradies and hope for the best. The Contractors Directory removes the guesswork by connecting you with vetted local professionals who you can review and compare before you reach out.

Finding contractors is simple

1. Search by trade and location: Filter for plumbers in Neutral Bay, electricians in Paddington, or tilers across Sydney. Search by specific job type (bathroom renovation, kitchen refit, painting) to find specialists in what you need.

2. Read verified reviews and see credentials: Each contractor profile shows verified homeowner reviews, their licenses and insurance status, years of experience, and specialties. You see patterns—is this plumber consistently praised for quick turnarounds? Does this tiler have a reputation for perfect grouting?

3. Share your design, materials, and estimate with contractors directly: Instead of describing your project five times to five different contractors, you send your design from Instant Reno, your materials selections, and your estimate. Each contractor sees exactly what you want.

4. Get quotes fast without repeating your brief: Contractors receive your complete project brief in one message. They can assess whether it's the right fit for them, ask clarifying questions, and quote based on real information instead of generic descriptions. Many will quote within 24–48 hours.

Vetting criteria

All contractors in our directory hold:

• Reliability screening: We look at response time, professionalism, and homeowner feedback. A contractor with dozens of 5-star reviews and quick response times will rank higher than one with spotty reviews and slow responses.

We also remove contractors who have serious complaints, don't maintain insurance, or repeatedly miss deadlines.

How to use the directory

Search and shortlist: Find 3–5 contractors who match your needs and have strong reviews. Read a few reviews to get a sense of their style and standards.

Prepare your brief: Have your design, materials list, and estimate ready (or create them in Instant Reno).

Send your project: Share everything with your shortlist. Most contractors will respond within 1–2 days.

Compare quotes: You'll receive 3–5 quotes based on identical information. This makes comparison much easier—you're not trying to remember what you told each one.

Narrow and meet: Choose 1–2 contractors to meet on site. This is your chance to assess personality fit, ask detailed questions, and build confidence before you commit.

Why homeowners use it

• Saves time: No cold-calling or emailing descriptions to strangers. Your project is sent to vetted professionals who can assess fit quickly.

• Reduces risk: Verified licenses, insurance, and references mean you're not hiring someone uninsured or unqualified.

• Enables comparison: Getting quotes based on the same brief makes it easy to compare fairly.

• Builds confidence: Real reviews from real homeowners help you make informed decisions.