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About Thumbtack

Thumbtack is a platform that connects you with a variety of home care professionals, including for home projects, lawn and landscaping, massages, dog training and a variety of other services. Thumbtack helps you compare options, read reviews and see pricing. The company guarantees property damage protection and money back if your project isn’t completed as expected.

What is Thumbtack?

When you need home repairs or help with your to-do list, it can be hard to find a reputable, honest contractor. Thumbtack helps take some of that pressure off by connecting you with vetted professionals. Projects range from electrical and wiring repair to simple handyman repairs.

Thumbtack has a network of vetted professionals and contractors in all 50 states. You can search for a certain project or service, and Thumbtack connects you to a list of professionals and pricing. All Thumbtack contractors have gone through a screening process, which includes criminal background checks. Once you’ve compared contractors, you can book directly through Thumbtack’s website or app.

How does Thumbtack work?

Thumbtack is free to use once you sign up. To start, you type in what service you’re looking for and your area code. Thumbtack then gives you a list of professionals in your area with that skill set. Some also list their costs, or you can call for specific pricing. Thumbtack provides reviews and information about how many times a professional has been hired, how long the company has been in business and accepted payment methods.

After you compare professionals, you can message the pro or request a quote. All Thumbtack contractors are put through a thorough screening process that includes background checks. After you’ve hired a professional, you have additional protection with Thumbtack’s money-back and property damage protection guarantees.

Thumbtack does offer an upgraded Plus membership for $49 per year. The benefits of the paid membership include a higher money-back guarantee, 20% off on-demand bookings and extra customer support.

Thumbtack services

Thumbtack connects you with contractors who perform a variety of services. Popular services include:

  • House cleaning
  • Local moving (under 50 miles)
  • Fence and gate installation
  • Handyman services
  • Electrical and wiring repair
  • Appliance repair or maintenance
  • Full-service lawn care
  • Dog training
  • Massage therapy
  • Interior painting
  • TV mounting
  • Central air conditioning repair or maintenance
  • Wedding and event photography
  • Furniture assembly
  • Wedding officiants
  • Swimming pool cleaning and maintenance

Chances are, if you have a home project or need, Thumbtack can help connect you to a professional in that area.

Thumbtack prices

Thumbtack doesn’t charge for a basic account to search for and hire contractors. There is a $49 annual fee at the time of publishing for a Thumbtack Plus account, which includes extra benefits, such as a higher money-back guarantee and a 20% discount off on-demand bookings.

Contractor pricing varies based on the service and your location. Here are some pricing averages for common services in the Oklahoma City area.

Thumbtack FAQ

Where is Thumbtack available?

Thumbtack is available in all 50 states.

How does Thumbtack membership work?

The Thumbtack Plus membership is $49 per year at the time of publishing. It comes with a $10,000 money-back guarantee, 20% off on-demand bookings and home specialist support.

Who owns Thumbtack?

Thumbtack was co-founded by Marco Zappacosta, who is the current CEO. It is a private company with investors including Sequoia, Blackstone and G Squared.

Is Thumbtack safe?

Thumbtack vets contractors who appear on its site. Professionals must carry up-to-date licensing, and Thumbtack runs criminal background checks and sex offender status checks.

Still have questions?

Is Thumbtack legit?

Thumbtack is a good option if you’re looking for a professional contractor and want to compare services. Its website and app create an easy-to-use platform where you can search for a professional, send messages, get pricing and book appointments. Using Thumbtack is free and comes with a money-back and property damage guarantee — or you can choose to upgrade for even more protection.

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    Staff

    Reviewed May 11, 2026

    So happy with 5 Star Shower. They were very professional and I would recommend them to anyone looking to change a bathtub into a shower.

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    Response from Thumbtack

    That sounds like an incredible transformation! We love hearing when our pros make a splash with their stellar work.

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    Reviewed April 14, 2026

    Caprisuns installed 4 ceiling fans All done professionally and to code. They work well and look good. Installation was quick, clean and on time. Would use again and highly recommend.

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    Response from Thumbtack

    Thank you for highly recommending your pro! We are thrilled that your ceiling fan installation was completed so quickly, cleanly, and professionally. Enjoy the perfect breeze in your home!

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      Reviewed April 13, 2026

      Shout out to, Erickson Electric, The Best!! This company is own by Joseph Erickson. This gentleman communicates very well is very polite, friendly, honest, and very fair with his prices. He has many years of experience under his belt. I have hired him the past to him to do small jobs at my house with no issues whatsoever. Then I offered him a big job, which consisted him rewiring a house and upgrading the electrical. He proved himself. Joe is the best, he enjoys what he does and pays attention to detail and works well with others. He disconnected the electric panel, solar and removed all the old wires. Safety is priority for him. If you need any kind of electrical work done, don’t hesitate to call him. Joe is the man for the job.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      Finding a pro who handles complex electrical work with such a spark for safety and detail is a massive win. Thank you for sharing your fantastic rewiring experience with our community!

      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed March 31, 2026

      A request for a piano tuner was very quickly answered by Miguel McKenzie of McKenzie Piano Tuning. My initial questions were answered on the phone, and an appointment was made Miguel was prompt, professional and friendly. I peppered him with questions about the piano itself and the process of tuning it. He patiently answered and is obviously conscientious and thoroughly knowledgeable about his craft. Additionally, I felt perfectly comfortable leaving him alone in the house. A totally positive experience.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      Finding a pro who strikes the right chord when it comes to promptness and piano tuning expertise is music to our ears! Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with Miguel and trusting our platform.

      Staff

      Reviewed March 24, 2026

      The painter did a top-notch job on our kitchen/ dining room. The walls needed a lot of repair and the finished product looks beautiful. He finished in one day and did an excellent job cleaning up.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      Nothing beats a swift transformation, especially when the workspace is left completely spotless. We love pairing you with efficient pros who make updating your home seamless from start to finish.

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      Reviewed June 10, 2026

      They will take money out of your account and constantly retr. Even if you don’t respond to jobs or get work they will still charge you as if you’re making money. It’s not legit.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      It's disappointing to hear that your experience with our lead system didn't feel fair. Our goal is to connect hardworking pros with local customers looking for services, and charges are based on those initial inquiries. We appreciate you sharing this feedback so we can continue evaluating how we support our community.

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      Customer ServicePrice

      Reviewed June 5, 2026

      Thumbtack used to be somewhat ok. They now have a new process that no longer shows the customer's phone number. This is bad business. They also offer the customer up to 4-5 additional Pros where everyone is charged regardless of if the customer hires. I’ve spent $190 on leads this week and no work to show for it. I have over 260 five star reviews, a Top pro and each year gets worse with Thumbtack. Looking into increasing my Google and facebook presence.. I suggest you do the same.. At this time I cannot recommend thumbtack.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      Hi Spied,

      We appreciate you sharing your perspective as a Top Pro regarding masked phone numbers, multi-pro lead distribution, and your recent return on investment. We understand how frustrating it is to invest $190 without converting a job, especially for a highly-rated professional. Our team is focused on evaluating how these updates impact conversion rates, and we will pass your feedback directly to our product team.

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      Reviewed June 5, 2026

      Absolutely terrible customer service, try to dispute a charge? They just send you policy after policy of why you get charged what you get charged. What happened to common sense? Everything about this app is a trap for business owners, and for the customers who are trying to hire them. I went to one call, and the homeowner had told me that by the time I arrived an hour later 5 other contractors had been blowing up his phone trying to under bid me. So not only did I pay for the lead, but they also sold off the lead to 5 other companies!

      Talk about doubling, tripling, and quadrupling your revenue, Thumbtack has the biggest scam all figured out! Contractors STAY FAR AWAY, and homeowners please do your RESEARCH before just hiring the first professional to answer and blow your phone up! Look at their GOOGLE Reviews, and search through GOOGLE, at least they are clear and transparent about what charges they are incurring against you, and if you dispute the charge, they credit it back, no questions asked.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      We appreciate you sharing your experience regarding our dispute policies and the competitive lead distribution system. Our team is focused on improving marketplace transparency and refining how leads are distributed to ensure a fairer environment for our contractors. We will certainly pass your feedback along to our product and operations teams.

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      Reviewed June 5, 2026

      I honestly feel like these people are doing some sort of deceptive practices, as a service provider I got charged about $1500 for different leads and half of them. The phone didn’t even work, in other words their phone number was a legitimate. The other ones could barely speak English or we’re just saying they were just searching around. These weren’t actual qualified leads. Again, this was $1500 worth of leads. I cannot believe this company can exist like this. Insanely overpriced, leads of people who aren’t even ready to hire someone or aren’t even real at all, it’s almost like they pay actors to pretend that they’re interested in services.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      We appreciate you sharing your perspective regarding lead validity, communication issues, and your total investment in our platform. Our team is focused on continuously improving lead verification and matching quality to protect our pros from unqualified inquiries, and we will certainly pass your serious concerns along to our product and operations teams.

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      Reviewed June 2, 2026

      I worked with Thumbtack for 5 years as a 5-star Kitchen contractor. In the end I retire 9 months ago and closed the account. They just now billed me for 3 expensive leads I never seen and never received an email with any information. Thumbtack Took (steal $877.77 from my bank account without my knowledge & totally not authorized. These people lie.

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      Response from Thumbtack

      Hearing about this is incredibly concerning. This situation definitely does not sound right, and getting this resolved for you is very important. To investigate these unexpected lead charges and provide direct assistance, please call our support team at (866) 501-5809. If you need to ensure your profile is fully paused to prevent new customer matches, the exact steps can be found here: https://help.thumbtack.com/article/hide-my-business

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      Thumbtack Company Information

      Company Name:
      Thumbtack
      Year Founded:
      2009
      Address:
      360 9th Avenue
      City:
      San Francisco
      State/Province:
      CA
      Postal Code:
      94103
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      www.thumbtack.com