How our free referral service works

Indianapolis Patio Pros is a free referral service for homeowners in Indianapolis and nearby suburbs. Here's exactly what we do and don't do.

Step by step

1. You send a request. Use the contact form. Tell us the type of project, your town or ZIP, and rough size.
2. We review it. We check that it's a project type and area we can help with. If it isn't, we'll tell you.
3. We share it with an independent contractor. With your consent, we send your contact details and project description to an independent local contractor who works in your area.
4. The contractor contacts you. They'll typically reach out to schedule a site visit or ask follow-up questions, then give you an estimate.
5. You decide. If you hire them, your contract, payment and warranty are directly with the contractor. You're free to get other quotes or hire no one.

What we do

• Publish local, sourced cost information so you can budget before you call anyone.
• Pass your request to an independent contractor we've reviewed for your project type and area.
• Follow up with you to see if you were contacted and how it went.

What we don't do

• We don't perform construction, landscaping or hardscaping work.
• We don't sign contracts for your project, collect payment for the work, or provide warranties.
• We don't pull permits. The contractor handles permits for your project.
• We don't charge homeowners anything.

How we're paid

Our service is free to homeowners. Participating contractors may pay us a referral or marketing fee. That fee never changes the price you're quoted, and you're never obligated to hire anyone.

How we review contractors

Before we refer a contractor, we review basic information. For example, we check whether they appear on the City of Indianapolis licensed-contractor list where applicable¹, whether they have current proof of insurance, and what their public reviews say. A review isn't a guarantee. Please do your own homework too:

• Ask for proof of insurance and, inside Indianapolis, confirm their contractor listing.
• Get a detailed written contract. Indiana requires one for home-improvement work over $150².
• Compare at least two quotes on the same written scope.
• Confirm who's responsible for permits and HOA approval.

Questions

Use the contact form to request a free estimate, or email [email protected]. See also our privacy policy for how your information is shared.