Provider signup FAQ

Everything providers need to start confidently on SkilledContractors.

  1. Create your account with email OTP and confirm your login.
  2. Complete onboarding with company, services, and service areas.
  3. Wait for activation, then start responding to matching jobs.

What you do on SkilledContractors as a professional

How the platform works for professionals today, from signing up to agreeing the job with the customer.

  • Sign up

    You create your account with your e-mail address and a one-time code; you do not need a password.

    Create an account →
  • Profile, services and work area

    In your profile you enter the services you do and where you work. We recommend requests to you on that basis.

  • Portfolio and projects

    On your public profile you show photos and projects of your own work.

  • Find work

    Browse public requests and filter by service and area.

    Browse open jobs →
  • Offers and messages

    Reply with your price and your approach, and agree the details through messages on the platform. The customer chooses; there is no lead obligation.

  • What you need

    An e-mail address to log in, and the services and work area you enter in your profile. The questions below cover the other details.

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions.

What is SkilledContractors?

SkilledContractors is a marketplace where customers post jobs and verified providers send offers. It is built to make matching transparent and practical for both sides.

How does it work for providers?

You register, complete your profile, browse matching jobs, and send offers. When a customer accepts your offer, you can continue communication and move toward agreement.

How do I sign up?

Sign up with your email and one-time code (OTP), confirm your account, and complete the onboarding wizard. After a short review and activation, you can start responding to jobs.

What information do I need?

Prepare your company name, KVK number, services, service areas, and a short bio. You can also add optional photos to strengthen trust and conversion.

Why do I need a KVK number?

The KVK number helps with trust, compliance checks, and customer confidence. SkilledContractors verifies KVK details using business-register data services where available.

Can I sign up without obligations?

Yes. You can sign up without a mandatory subscription or long-term commitment. You decide how actively you use the platform.

What kind of jobs can I find?

You can find jobs from painters, plumbers, electricians, plasterers, cleaners, and renovation specialists. Availability depends on your selected services and coverage areas.

How do I expand my customer base?

Complete your profile, verify KVK, add multiple service areas, and respond quickly with clear offers. Better profile quality usually improves visibility and customer trust.

How do I receive job requests?

You receive requests in your in-app dashboard and by email notifications. This helps you react quickly when new matching jobs appear.

How does customer contact work?

After an offer is accepted, communication continues through in-platform messaging. Contact sharing follows the support costs model, described on /support/costs.

Can I talk to someone before signing up?

Yes. If you need guidance before signing up, contact support via /support/contact. The team can help with setup and onboarding questions.

What are the benefits of signing up?

You start for free, get qualified demand, and work with transparent pricing principles. KVK verification also provides an extra trust signal to customers.