How it works
From “I need…” to hired, in three steps
SendAPro is a free matching service. You describe the need once; we do the legwork of finding professionals who serve your area, and they come to you.
- 1
Tell us what you need
Type it or say it. Any professional — a roofer, a lawyer, an IT consultant. Add your postal code so we know who serves you.
- 2
We match you with up to 3 pros
We shortlist vetted local professionals who actually serve your area and can work on your timeline.
- 3
Compare and choose — in hours, not days
Pros reach out directly. Compare quotes, reviews and availability, then hire the one you like. No obligation, ever.
Two ways to ask
Use the quick form, or click Talk to us and speak with our voice concierge. It asks the same questions a good receptionist would, reads the details back to you, and submits the request when you say yes.
What “vetted” means here
- • Business registration confirmed
- • Required Ontario licences checked (ESA, TSSA, LSO, CPA Ontario, RECO, FSRA, etc.)
- • Liability insurance confirmed where it applies
- • Public reviews and complaint history reviewed
- • Homeowner feedback collected after every match; repeat problems mean removal
Frequently asked questions
- What is SendAPro? +
- SendAPro is a free local matching service for homeowners in the Waterloo–Hamilton corridor of Southwestern Ontario. You describe what you need — any kind of professional, from a roofer or plumber to a lawyer, accountant or IT consultant — and we send your request to up to three vetted local pros who respond directly to you.
- Is SendAPro free for homeowners? +
- Yes. Homeowners never pay to use SendAPro. There's no account to create and no obligation to hire anyone. Professionals pay a modest fee to receive matched requests in their area.
- What areas does SendAPro serve? +
- We focus on the corridor between Waterloo and Hamilton, Ontario: Waterloo, Kitchener, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford, Paris, Caledonia, Hamilton (including Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek and Waterdown), Burlington, Milton and nearby towns such as Elmira, New Hamburg, Fergus, Elora and Grimsby.
- What kinds of professionals can I find on SendAPro? +
- Any professional a homeowner might need. That includes home trades (roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, renovations, cleaning, landscaping, movers), professional services (lawyers, accountants, mortgage brokers, financial advisors, insurance, real estate), technology (IT support, web design, marketing) and personal services (tutors, trainers, pet care, home care). If it isn't listed, choose “Something else” and describe it.
- How is SendAPro different from Angi or HomeStars? +
- Angi and HomeStars are large directories focused mainly on home-improvement trades. SendAPro is local-first and covers every kind of professional, not just contractors. Instead of browsing hundreds of profiles, you describe your need once and we hand-match up to three pros who serve your specific city and timeline.
- How fast will a professional contact me? +
- Most homeowners hear from at least one matched pro within a few hours during business hours, and within one business day at most. For emergencies, choose “Emergency — today” and we prioritize pros who offer same-day service.
- Can I use SendAPro by voice? +
- Yes. Click “Talk to us” on any page to speak with our voice concierge. Describe what you need in your own words, confirm the details, and your request is submitted exactly as if you'd filled in the form.
- How do you vet professionals? +
- We verify business registration, check for required Ontario licensing (for example ESA for electricians and TSSA for gas work), confirm liability insurance where applicable, and review public ratings and complaint history. We also remove pros who receive consistent negative feedback from homeowners.
- What happens to my information? +
- Your request is shared only with the professionals we match you with (up to three). We never sell your information or add you to third-party marketing lists. See our privacy policy for details.
Ready to get it done?
Describe what you need once. We'll send up to three vetted local pros.