Mission Ready vs. Angi, Thumbtack & big-box installation
There's more than one way to hire a painter or flooring installer. Here's an honest side-by-side so you can pick what fits your project.
| Mission Ready | Angi / HomeAdvisor | Thumbtack | Big-box install | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Local painting & flooring contractor | Lead marketplace | Lead marketplace | Retailer selling installation |
| Who gets your info | Only us | Commonly shared with several pros | Pros who pay to contact you | The store and its installer |
| Who shows up | Our crew | Whichever pro you choose | Whichever pro you choose | An installer the store assigns |
| Paint + floors together | Yes, one schedule | Separate contractors | Separate contractors | Flooring only |
| Written fixed price | Yes, within 48 hours | Depends on the pro | Depends on the pro | Yes, scope may exclude prep |
| Lead fee built in | No | Pros pay per lead | Pros pay per lead | Retail markup |
Angi and Thumbtack details are based on publicly available descriptions of how their pro lead programs work. Details vary by market and change over time.
When a marketplace makes sense
If you don't know anyone locally and want several quotes fast, Angi and Thumbtack do that well. Just expect multiple calls and vet each company yourself.
When a big-box store makes sense
If you want one receipt for material and labor, or there's a store financing promotion, it can be convenient. Ask exactly what prep, trim and removal are included.
When to call us
If you want paint and floors coordinated by one local company, a fixed price in writing, and your phone number going to exactly one company.
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