For contractors comparing lead sources
The HomeAdvisor Alternative Where Leads Are Actually Yours
HomeAdvisor merged into Angi Leads, but the model contractors complain about didn’t change: pay per lead, share the lead with competitors, fight for refunds when the number is dead. BellAveGo works the opposite way — we monitor public permit and code-enforcement records nightly, skip-trace the homeowner’s phone, and give the lead to exactly one contractor.
7 days free, then $197/mo flat. Cancel anytime. One contractor per zip.
Why contractors look for HomeAdvisor alternatives
- ✕Per-lead charges add up fast — many contractors report $300–$1,500+/mo bills with no closed jobs
- ✕Leads commonly shared with several contractors simultaneously
- ✕Refund/credit process for bad leads is widely reported as slow and adversarial
- ✕Annual membership fee on top of per-lead spend
Based on commonly reported contractor experiences across public reviews and trade forums.
HomeAdvisor vs BellAveGo
| HomeAdvisor | BellAveGo | |
|---|---|---|
| Lead exclusivity | Commonly shared | One contractor per zip + trade |
| Pricing | Per lead + membership fee | Flat $197/mo, ~$4.92/lead |
| Lead source | Homeowner form fills | Permits, code violations, city enforcement records |
| Speed to contact | You vs every other buyer of the lead | You’re the only one calling |
| Try before you pay | No | First lead free, no card, 7-day trial |
| Contract | Annual membership typical | Cancel anytime |
How BellAveGo works
- 1
Lock your zip
One contractor per zip per trade. Once claimed, competitors can’t get these leads.
- 2
Preview real records free
Masked homeowner records in your area — no card, no signup. Full leads (name, address, phone, the violation or permit) unlock with your free trial.
- 3
Get 10 fresh leads every Monday
7 days free, then $197/mo flat. No per-lead fees. Cancel anytime.
Frequently asked questions
Is BellAveGo cheaper than HomeAdvisor?
For most trades, yes: $197/mo flat works out to roughly $4.93 per exclusive lead. HomeAdvisor-style pay-per-lead pricing commonly runs $15–$100+ per SHARED lead plus an annual fee.
Where do the leads come from?
Public records: building permits, code-enforcement violations, hearing/fine records, storm data, and recent home sales. Every lead is a real address with a documented reason to need work.
What trades do you cover?
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, handyman, and adjacent trades (fencing, painting, concrete, decks, siding, landscaping, and more) in any US zip.
10 exclusive leads a week, free for 7 days
Verify the first one against the city record yourself before paying a dollar.
Claim your zip →Questions? Call Peter, a real person: (773) 710-9565