Partnerships

Partner Application and Vetting

Apply, clear verification, and earn a verified position that people can trust. Every partner meets the same standards.

Apply to Partner

Verification is required for every partner. It is never a paid upgrade.

1partner per ZIP, per vertical
6verticals available
4.5+star standard to join

Partner Application and Vetting is how a business earns its place on Handvetted. We introduce people to one professional at a time, so every professional we introduce has to be someone we would trust ourselves. It is the entry point to our Business to Business Service.

The vetting protects partners as much as the people we serve. When every business clears the same standards, being matched by Handvetted means something, and the businesses doing it right are not lumped in with the ones cutting corners.

Applications are open in all six verticals: roofing, HVAC, restoration, renovation, mortgage and refinance, and homeowners insurance.

We would rather approve fewer businesses that people can trust than fill every ZIP code with anyone who applies. That is why the same checks apply to a single-truck contractor and a multi-state lender, and why no business can pay its way past verification.

What we verify

What vetting covers

Every partner clears the same checks before receiving an introduction.

Business registration

Confirmation that the business is properly registered and in good standing.

Ownership screening

The people who own and run the business are identified and screened.

Licensing

Trade, NMLS, or insurance licensing confirmed for your vertical and location.

Active insurance

Liability coverage confirmed for home service partners.

Rating standard

A 4.5-star rating record across verified review sources.

Public records

Relevant public records reviewed for issues that affect trust.

How it works

How Partner Application and Vetting Works

Four steps from application to your first introduction.

01

Submit your application

Share your business details, verticals, service areas, and credentials.

02

Verification review

We review registration, ownership, licensing, insurance, records, and ratings.

03

Approval and setup

Approved partners reserve ZIP codes and receive a dedicated tracking number.

04

Introductions begin

People in your areas start being introduced to your business.

The standard

What approved partners have in common

Approval is the start. Staying in good standing is ongoing.

  • Verified credentialsLicensing and insurance confirmed for the work you do.
  • Screened ownershipThe people behind the business have been reviewed.
  • Strong ratingsA record that meets our 4.5-star standard.
  • Ongoing accountabilityFeedback from the people we serve is part of every review.
  • No shortcutsNo business can pay to skip verification.
Why it matters

Why vetting works in your favor

A standard everyone meets is a standard people can trust.

A trusted introduction

People know the business they meet has been screened.

Fewer bad actors

Unlicensed and unproven operators cannot undercut you here.

A position you keep

Meeting the standard keeps your exclusive areas in good standing.

After you apply

What to expect after applying

Here is how the review usually goes.

01

Credential requests

We may ask for license numbers, insurance details, or ownership information.

02

A clear decision

You are told whether your business is approved and what is needed if not.

03

Onboarding

Approved partners set up their service areas, verticals, and tracking number.

Good fit

Is Partner Application and Vetting right for your business?

Businesses that tend to get the most from this program.

Licensed, insured businesses

Companies with current credentials for the work they do.

Businesses with strong reviews

Teams with a rating record that meets our 4.5-star standard.

Owners who welcome scrutiny

Businesses that see verification as a mark of credibility.

FAQ

Partner Application and Vetting questions

What do I need to apply? ›

Your business details, the verticals and service areas you want to cover, and credentials such as license numbers and insurance information.

What is verified? ›

Business registration, ownership, licensing, active insurance, relevant public records, and a 4.5-star rating record across verified review sources.

What if my business does not qualify? ›

A business that does not clear verification cannot receive introductions. If something is missing, we will tell you what is needed.

Is vetting ongoing? ›

Yes. Partners must keep meeting our standards, and feedback from the people we serve is part of that review.

Can I apply for more than one vertical? ›

Yes. You can apply for every vertical your business is licensed and qualified to serve.

Apply to become a verified partner

Start your application and earn a verified position in your service areas.