Some tradies prefer alternatives to platforms like BuildersCrack. In my experience, the fee structure and communication processes weren't the right fit for how I wanted to operate my business.
When I was using BuildersCrack, access to homeowner contact details required a subscription and pre-paid tokens. Tokens were consumed when a homeowner chose to connect with me, regardless of whether the job was ultimately secured. For the types of work I was tendering, that meant ongoing token purchases over time.
I decided that model didn't align with the way I wanted to manage job acquisition costs, and that led me to build Ace of Trades as an alternative.
Ace of Trades was created to provide a different option — straightforward pricing and direct engagement between homeowners and tradespeople.
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| Homeowner lists their project | Relevant tradespeople are automatically notified and invited to provide an estimate or quote | The homeowner reviews estimates/quotes and may communicate with the tradesperson directly | A contract is agreed with the tradesperson | Once the tradie has completed work, the homeowner may rate them |
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