š Homeowners: Common Questions
Everything from small repairs to major renovations ā including kitchens, bathrooms, landscaping, HVAC, painting, flooring, roofing, electrical, and more.
Your payment is held in secure Stripe-powered escrow and released only when you approve the work. No more upfront risks or paying for unfinished jobs.
After posting your project, Karipe instantly connects you with top-rated, verified local pros tailored to your needs and budget.
Each pro undergoes verification for licenses, insurance, background checks, and prior experience. Plus, you can read real homeowner reviews.
Our built-in dispute resolution system ensures youāre protected. Weāll mediate and help find a fair solution.
No. Itās free to browse, connect, and hire verified pros.
Yes! You can compare multiple proposals and choose the pro thatās right for you.
An optional insurance plan that adds an extra layer of protection for your project in case of delays or unexpected issues.
You fund your project through Karipeās escrow system. Funds are only released when you approve the completed work.
Yes! Refer friends or hire a pro by June 1, 2025 to earn up to 5% off your next project.
š§° Contractors: Frequently Asked Questions
Simply sign up, claim your profile (preloaded if you're already listed), and upload your credentials to get started.
Certified Pros get higher visibility, verified badges, and priority in search results. Guaranteed Pros offer bonding and insurance for added trust.
You only pay a commission (5ā9.99%) after getting paid. There are no upfront or subscription fees.
All payments go through Karipeās Stripe escrow system. Once the homeowner approves your work, funds are released directly to you.
Provide documentation, and our team will mediate to ensure a fair outcome.
Basic (Free) ā Get listed and start receiving project matches.
Certified Pro ā Verified for experience and credentials.
Guaranteed Pro ā Bonded for extra homeowner trust.
Certified Pro ā Verified for experience and credentials.
Guaranteed Pro ā Bonded for extra homeowner trust.
Post offers directly on your profile to attract leads. New contractors also enjoy 1 year of free certification and reduced commission on the first 3 deals.
Certified and Guaranteed contractors must update licenses/insurance every 6 months. A $100 admin fee covers verification.
š General Questions
Karipe is active in all major U.S. metro areas and their suburbs.
Absolutely. We use Stripe for secure payments and follow strict data protection protocols.
Coming soon! Stay tuned for updates.
Reach us anytime at š§ contact@karipe.com or through our contact form.
Being a co-obligee means we can help enforce the bond if the contractor defaults ā adding extra protection for homeowners.
Karipe may reassign the project to another qualified contractor. Bonds are mandatory for Guaranteed Pro projects.
