Home Builder Magazine - Handy site links contractors, customers
May 2006

Mississauga, Ont. - An online resource connecting homeowners to contractors and home improvement service professionals has brought a new approach to the bidding process.

Called HandyCanadian.com, the site allows homeowners to post for free their renovation, maintenance, interior or exterior repair, remodeling or utility services projects online. Contractors register for a fee to access and bid on the listings.

The site uses database technology to send an e-mail notification to contractors according to specific project data and location. Contractors can also use custom searches to allow them to narrow their findings.

"There has been a steady 20% increase per month in job postings and we estimate by November 2006 we will receive over 500 job postings per month" said Max Sheppard, co- founder of HandyCanadian.