Hire a local service pro

Easily hire skilled local professionals for your home improvement projects with OfferUp Services.

How it works

OfferUp Services makes it easy to find and hire skilled service providers ready to build, fix, clean, paint, and more. Search our dedicated feed to find local providers, read reviews, get quotes, and connect with the pro that’s right for you.

Note

We're continuously testing and introducing new features in the app. As a result, some users may have access to certain features before others. If you don’t see this feature, then it hasn't been made available to you yet.

FAQs

How do I search for a service on OfferUp?
  1. Open the OfferUp app and log in to your account.
  2. On the Home page, tap  services_icon.svg Services
  3. On the Services feed, type a search term into the search bar or select a category from the list.
  4. Tap any listing to view details about the service pro.

Note

The Services feed is only available in our mobile app and cannot be accessed on OfferUp.com. If you don’t see the  services_icon.svg Services icon, try updating to the latest app version.

How do I change the location of my search?
  1. On the Services feed, tap Shape.svg Location.
  2. On the pop-up, tap Get My Location to share your device’s current location, or enter your zip code.
  3. Tap Apply to save your new search location.

The feed will update to show the service pros that are available in your new search location.

Can I save or share a service listing in the OfferUp app?
No, saving or sharing rental listings is not available at this time.
How do I read reviews about a service professional?

To read reviews about a pro, tap on a listing in the Services feed. At the top of the listing page, you’ll see the pro’s star rating, which is their average customer rating on a 5-star scale. To read their most recent customer reviews, scroll down to the Reviews section.

How do I contact a service professional or get a quote?

Once you find a service pro you like, tap the Get Quote button at the bottom of their listing. You'll then be guided through the next steps, which may involve:

  • Chatting in OfferUp: Some pros allow you to connect directly through OfferUp's in-app messaging.
  • Providing Project Details to Thumbtack: For some listings, you'll be directed to Thumbtack, a partner platform that helps match you with the right pro by asking for details about your needs.
How do I book a service professional?

The booking process depends on how you contacted the professional:

  • OfferUp Chat: If you're already chatting with a pro in the OfferUp app, you can book their services directly within the conversation.
  • Thumbtack Quote: If you requested a quote through Thumbtack, you'll receive an email within 24 hours with pricing information and instructions on how to finalize your booking.
How do I get help or report an issue with a service professional?

If you experienced an issue with a service pro booked through Thumbtack, please contact Thumbtack Support using one of these methods:

To report an issue with a service pro booked directly through OfferUp, please contact OfferUp Support.

I’m a service professional. Can I post my services on OfferUp?

Yes! To learn how, see Post a service.

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