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3 Media Must-Haves on Your Thumbtack ProfileWant to stand out and build trust faster? Start with these three essentials:1. A Strong Profile Photo Make it clear, professional, and representative of you and your best work 2. Jumpstart Your Profile with 3–5 High-Quality Photos … -
Are you winning the Thumbtack leads?Hey everyone in the thumbtack family I'm bret Douglas, I've been a top pro for probably a decade or more at thumbtack This app has completely changed my life and the way that I approach my business If you are struggling… -
How do you respond when a customer asks, “How much is this going to cost?”Hey Pro Community! I’d love to hear directly from you about what works best in real customer conversations. When a customer leads with, “How much is this going to cost?”, how do you usually respond? Do you give a price right away, a… -
⭐¿Quiere más clientes y mejores trabajos? Revise estos 3 consejos clave de su perfil⭐Hola a todos, Si quiere que su negocio se vea más profesional, inspire confianza y evite sorpresas con su cuenta, estos 3 artículos del Centro de ayuda le pueden ayudar mucho. 💼 1. Cómo agregar el seguro de su negocio Tener su seg… -
Working through the seasonsBeing in the painting industry at this time of the year can be tough for some especially on the east coast between cold weather and snow conditions the New England area cuts off exterior work basically until spring time. Which is cr… -
Work shopI would like to sign up for a workshop
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Do your clients request more cleanings during the summer?I’ve noticed summer tends to bring a different kind of cleaning routine for a lot of clients. Between kids being home more, extra foot traffic, vacations, guests visiting, and pollen/dust coming in constantly, homes seem to need ref… -
Kongcrete CoatingsKongcrete Coatings specializes in durable industrial concrete coatings for Orlando businesses. We offer polyaspartic and epoxy solutions that resist stains, chemicals, and heavy traffic. Contact us at (855) 699-5664 or visit 10121 L…
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New phone number policywhat are Pros thought on it?? Not getting live numbers for leads …. I have been in the test area and clients are getting confused from going thru an auto dialer controlled by thumbtack. We will no longer be able to connect live th…
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New Community Member!This discussion was created from comments split from: Welcome to our new group members — check in here!. -
(Closed) Mother’s Day Community Photo Contest ( Winner gets a Thumbtack Bluetooth speaker!)Mother’s Day is around the corner and we would love to celebrate the amazing moms and mother figures in our Thumbtack community. 🌷 How to participate Share a photo that captures a special Mother’s Day moment for you. This could be …
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JOIN US TOMORROW (Tuesday 5/13) for CommuniTEA Networking & Mentorship SessionIf you're tagged in this post, you are either new or have been active in the Community since our last session, and we would love to meet you! Join us for our CommuniTEA networking & mentorship hour tomorrow afternoon 3:00-…
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Leads charged but client never respondedi have had so many leads that clients never respond to . Its not right to be charged for a lead i cant even bid .
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IntroductionHi everyone! I’m Jordan, owner of PourPgh Event Bartending Services, a mobile bartending service based in the Pittsburgh area. I’ve been bartending for about 18 years and recently started PourPgh to bring a more personalized, …
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Leads/hired & Income/advertisement RATIOSHello everybody, I am a Thumbtack Top Pro since 2012, but a new community website user, I run a video and photo production studio in the bay area CA. I would really love to know if a few others pro would share 2 ratios. It is not s…
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Lead / Opportunity Format and RefundsThumbtack changed my life almost ten years ago. I am a jewelry designer, and after traveling to show my work for 15 years, I just wanted to stay home. Shifting to online sales did not work, but funding Thumbtack did. I got almost a…
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Military Veterans helping othersALCON, I’m a veteran and starting to build companies built to support and build community around the military and first responders! You can only serve so long! Once you’re done you become realtors, contractors or other essential par…
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Welcome to Our Newest Pros!We have had an amazing group of pros join the community recently. If your name was mentioned below, this message is for you. We are truly excited to have you here. This community is built on connection, support, and growth, and we a…
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Do waterfront homes come with different cleaning challenges?I’ve noticed homes near the water seem to need a different kind of upkeep compared to regular residential cleanings. Things like extra dust/pollen from open windows, moisture in bathrooms, and more floor debris from outdoor traffic …
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Creative Ways to Use Short Video on Your Thumbtack ProfileMost Pros think they need a polished, professionally produced video to stand out. You don’t. Sometimes, 22 seconds of value is more powerful than a 2-minute sales pitch. Recently, Nick Bennett @Nick_Bennett) , Owner of AC Inc Roofin…
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Welcome to our new Community members — May 2025If you're tagged in this post, you joined the Community in April - and we're so glad you're here. Drop a comment and introduce yourself - post a pic, a link to your Thumbtack profile, tell us about your business - or … -
Unfair Lead Charge & Lack of Support (Where is Management?)@DustiO I wanted to share a frustrating experience I’ve had with Thumbtack’s refund dispute process, in the hopes of getting some transparency and accountability. As pros, we rely on fair billing and legitimate leads, but my recent …
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People who select many providersIs there a setting to eliminate people who select a certain number of pro's? I just got a lead where they selected 5 people and I honestly have no interest in a race to the bottom trying to compete against that many people. It…
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Remember- always test for asbestos when demoing drywall and vinyl floorsRemember, asbestos can be in any home, even recently built ones. We have found asbestos in the joint compound in homes build as recently as 2018. If you demo without testing, you are putting the homeowner, and your workers at risk…
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Downgrade in lead competencyhas anyone else noticed that the quality of the customer lead has diminished? We only advertise for irrigation repair and installation which requires a license in Florida yet thumbtack allows non-licensed people to advertise. Yet in… -
When do you usually recommend carpet cleaning to your clients?I’ve noticed a lot of clients aren’t always sure when carpet or rug cleaning is actually needed vs when it can wait. Some wait until there are visible stains, but things like odors, pets, and allergies seem to be bigger factors in m…
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the obvious politics are plastic products better than wood🤑 in light of current production costs
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pro to cut down and remove 3 agave plantsThese plants are in my front yard and they have very sharpe pointed thrones. I can't have children around those plants, I must have them removed.
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Top Pro BadgeI've reached Platinum Status but still do not see my Top Pro Badge in widgets that I can include on my website. When can I expect to have this available?Answered ✓ Jayna_Lattimore 348 views 5 comments 0 points Most recent by DustiO Thumbtack Pro Rewards
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Do cleaning needs differ a lot between apartments and houses in your area?I’ve noticed cleaning apartments—especially in higher floors—comes with its own set of challenges compared to houses. Things like dust settling faster, smaller spaces getting cluttered quickly, and needing more frequent touch-ups se…
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Join Earth Day Contest (Winner gets THUMBTACK SWAG ITEM!)With Earth Day just around the corner, we want to highlight the Pros making thoughtful, eco-friendly choices in their businesses. Big or small, sustainable changes make a difference. How to Enter Tell a story of one eco-friendly cha…
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Are Opportunity Leads prominently seen by the customer?I have sent out about 25 responses to Opportunity Leads and precisely ONE has even seen the message (shown by check mark). No response. Is it not easily seen by the customer that there has been a new message from an outside lead? Wh…
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