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Most recent: Unfair Lead Charge & Lack of Support (Where is Management?) by SME
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Inconsistent Lead VolumeSometimes I get leads left and right. Sometimes it’s dry as hell. What is everyone doing to optimize this Thumbtack thing. Any other platforms you recommend for leads? -
How do I turn off On-Site Estimates?For some reason my profile lists I will be doing an on-site estimate, and I rarely do any sort of on site visit before I start the job. I don't want customers to think I will be coming to their property 150+ miles away to bid on a j… -
Finding jobs based on a keywordI assemble an outdoor play item that is known for being difficult and I would like to get leads based on that keyword rather than a generalized category. I don't want to pay for leads outside of that keyword. Cannot find any info … -
Thumbtack Lead Quality and refundWe've been spending more and more money and getting less and less quality leads from thumbtack. We are literally Top 1 on the platform in the area. We tracked our spending the month of September and below is what we got. Total: $1,0…
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ReviewsDoes any one else feel like they are not getting reviews like they used to? We use to send the review request and 8/10 would leave one now I feel like it’s about 2/10 will leave one. Kinda makes me feel like the platform is not info… -
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Merged: Instant booking is making me quit using ThumbtackThis discussion has been merged.
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How could Thumbtack improve the galleries/featured projects functionality?I am a muralist, and the ability to upload and showcase images is key for people to really understand what I do. I feel the platform has evolved to include more types of industries, but with visual mediums, there has to be a better …
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Pro Account Deactivated/Deleted, Now Banned, No idea whyHi, I don't understand what is happening. I recently started revamping my Pro account, and I received an email that it is now "on hold" because I'm offering services not allowed on Thumbtack. I'm offering massage therapy,…
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I would like some help getting work based on a keyword.I do assembly and I focus on one product that is wickedly tricky to get together properly. Let's call it WidgetWonder. Right now I would have to go under the assembly skill set and get all of them and parse them out. I am willing …
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Why I can't find where I can choose my area to work inn. I'm getting leads 40 miles away?I find it ridiculous I can't choose my work area radius. Im getting leads that are 30 miles away. Someone please show me where I can choose my work radius???
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Announcing an integration with HubspotI'm excited to announce that my company, ScaleBridge.io, has an integration between Thumbtack and Hubspot working in a beta environment. If you would like to help us by joining our beta program, please fill out this brief survey, an…
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Capital FundingLooking for some funding from a bank or investor to partner with and purchase a well researched property to resale for a very hefty profit. Anybody out here interested or could point me in a direction? thank you HIC, LLC
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Importing Reviews from Other PlatformsHi- I am a life coach and a new pro on Thumbtack, but I have a number of reviews on other platforms. Is there a way I can have those reviews imported into Thumbtack other than asking my clients to send another review? I don't reall…
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Bad pricingHow is this even possible look at the prices imagine paying that much for leads
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What marketing support would benefit your business most?The Community team at Thumbtack is always thinking of ways to add value to your experiences here. What kinds of marketing support would you find most beneficial to your businesses? If your answer is "other", please comment… -
I am not getting any Leads on my Profile--Please Help!I am a professional Organizer and new to thumbtack, I have completed my profile and have some reviews. I haven't gotten any leads at all. I am just reaching out to see if there is anything that I am missing on my profile. Maybe that…
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Notifications for OpportunitiesI've never received a notification for any opportunities even though I have all notifications on (emails, texts, and the app). I check the opportunities on the desktop multiple times a day and see many but by the time I respond to t…
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Deposits and Final PaymentsI’m having trouble requesting payment again from my customers? I require a 50% upfront deposit to book my services and when customers pay me through thumbtack I’m not able to go back in and request another or multiple payments which…
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Wait time for customer service?Hey, curious what's the longest anyone here has had to wait for a customer service response in text. I'm already going to say that, despite my platinum status, i have zero faith that I can get a person on the phone. Text is usually …
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Leads strop Coming inWe used to get so many leads from Thumbtack that I'd have to turn off my visibility from time to time. Now these past couple months I've literally gotten 0 profile views! Support hasn’t been helpful at all. Its pretty nerve racking …
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Reviews Standards Needs To Be UpdatedI'm responding to this message as a PROFESSIONAL using Thumbtack. Thumbtack will allow customers to use falsify the truth and even if a customer hasn't worked with us directly; they can leave reviews based on their interactions. If …
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Direct LeadsHello, I don't want leads where the job is less than $1500. I got a leaf for a job that is $500. How dovI stop this? As of now, I have made my profile hidden till I can get this fixed. Thank you, Mark Zilberman
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hello guys I am newhello guys I am new at this platform just i want to present myself to all members I am starting a new agency that creates content for company and influencer we solve a lot of problems and help you grow your social media to the nex… -
Not showing the right photosHello, I am a wedding photographer. Thumbtack asks for photos and others from "projects". I submitted in both. But, they are only showing the pictures from projects. And, I see this is also true for other photographers. Wh…
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I have a pending payment for over 5 days.I want to get paid for the work I did. The customer paid you guys. Why havent I been paid? Please give me my money today and have someone contact me Nicole Larrimore America Girl Cleaning
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The ability to reject a job and not be charged for the leadLately I have been getting request for jobs in the Illustration category that are vague and have no description on what they are looking for, yet the lead cost me $40+. I realize that leads are about demand, but the hard part is th…
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Should i get A Refund for those leads from my point of view I would say Yes becausei doon’t want to sound crazy but please explain to me why am I paying for a services that pretty much earning money from me for not doing nothing. I feel like now i should start charging clients leads price just for contacting me si…
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14 free tools every small business can useStarting and managing a business is expensive. Odds are you’re on a tight schedule and an even tighter budget. Luckily there are a lot of resources, websites and apps that can help you run your small business more efficiently. Here …
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Advice from a Top ProHello Everyone! Here's something I think can help. Running a business - My advice for anyone reading this no matter if you are a solo freelancer, small business, or established company is the same. Accountability. When you're person…
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