RenovationRouteRenovationRoute for contractors
Find work, handle your customers, and get paid securely.
A few tools for the parts that are a pain: finding work, keeping up with customers, and getting paid. Use what you need, skip the rest.
Pick the pieces you need
Two ways to find work
Federal
Finding a federal bid is easy. Knowing if it's worth your time is the hard part. We read the solicitation so you don't sink hours into a job you can't win.
- ✓ A win score for your shop
- ✓ Red flags: wired bids, CMMC, set-aside conflicts
- ✓ Who held it last and what they got paid
- ✓ What similar jobs pay, and subs to team up with
State & local
Every agency posts on its own site. We put state and local bids in one place, so you check one feed instead of ten.
- ✓ One feed instead of checking every agency site
- ✓ New sources added on an ongoing basis
We've got some residential leads too, though it's thinner in some areas.
Handle every customer inquiry
Put your link on your site or text it to a referral. New customers land in one inbox and get an instant reply with your name on it, and you get a draft follow-up ready to send. If someone goes quiet, it nudges them for you.
See how Customer Inquiries works →
Send a professional quote in minutes
Answer a few questions and RenovationRoute builds the scope, materials, and a milestone schedule, ready to send. Already have a customer from a referral or another platform? Send them a direct quote and run the whole job here.
Paid through escrow, no chasing the check
The customer funds the job up front. You get paid as soon as they approve the work, usually about two days. No invoicing, no waiting on net-30.
And you've got the record
Every milestone ties to work the customer approved, with photos and messages dated. If anyone ever pushes back, you're covered.
See it in action
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Contractors Who Trust RenovationRoute
" RenovationRoute helped me quote jobs faster and actually get paid on time. Everything; payments, photos, messages is tracked automatically. I’ll never go back to emailing estimates. "
Martin D.
General Contractor: Denver, CO
" The escrow feature alone makes RenovationRoute worth it. No more waiting weeks for checks or worrying about final payments. It’s all handled securely and professionally. "
Luis R.
Remodeling Specialist · Denver, CO
" Every job I’ve done through RenovationRoute has been smoother. Clear communication, fast approvals, and I get paid right away when work is done. "
Austin S.
Hardwood Floor: Oakland, MI
Contractor FAQs
Everything you need to know before getting started
How do payments work?
All new contractors start with escrow (funds held until work approved, reduced chargeback risk, payout in about 2 business days). After completing 3 projects and processing $5,000 in approved payments with 90%+ approval rating, you unlock Quick Pay (funds sent directly to your bank without approval hold, payout in about 2 business days via Stripe). Both options powered by Stripe with a 1% processing fee.
What happens if a homeowner cancels or disputes a payment?
Escrow: Funds remain safely held until both parties resolve the dispute. Quick Pay: Since funds bypass escrow approval, disputes may result in chargebacks (though less common for completed work). All communication, photos, and approvals are timestamped to protect you. Use escrow for maximum protection.
Can I use RenovationRoute with my own clients?
Yes! Many contractors invite their existing customers to use RenovationRoute for secure payments, project tracking, and documentation. It makes you look more professional and protects both sides.
Can I invite my crew?
Yes. You can add team members under your company profile so they can upload photos, update progress, and stay on schedule.
How can I increase my visibility?
Deliver projects on time, earn positive reviews, and verify your credentials. These factors boost your ranking in homeowner searches.
What types of jobs are on RenovationRoute?
Everything from small repairs and remodels to full additions.
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