I spent my career on the building side of construction—estimating, scoping, and managing large commercial projects where every line item, schedule, and change order is carefully reviewed. I learned where quotes hide extra costs, how vague scope leads to expensive surprises, and why the lowest bid isn’t always the best value.
Then I watched friends and family renovate their homes without any of those protections.
They struggled to compare bids, signed contracts they didn’t fully understand, and were blindsided by unexpected costs that could have been avoided. Not because they were careless—but because no one in the process was truly working for them.
That’s why I created Facilivate.
We give homeowners the same level of guidance and oversight that owners of large commercial projects receive—without the complexity. We work only for you, never the contractors — no one pays us to rank.
Instead of researching and contacting multiple contractors yourself, Facilivate coordinates the process for you, saving you hours of time and frustration.
We review estimates for scope, pricing, and exclusions so you’re comparing apples to apples—not guessing why one bid is thousands of dollars different from another.
Every quote review includes professional insight into what to question, what’s missing, and where unexpected costs could arise.
If you want additional peace of mind, a professional construction manager can oversee your renovation on your behalf, helping manage communication, schedule, and quality from start to finish.
| Feature | Angi (HomeAdvisor) | Houzz | Facilivate Co. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contractor Matching | Shares your info with multiple contractors who pay for leads | Visual inspiration + leads | Facilivate coordinates a limited number of vetted contractors |
| Quote Review | None — you're on your own | Limited | Professional construction review by an experienced construction manager |
| Coordination & Scheduling | You chase contractors yourself | You chase contractors yourself | Facilivate handles outreach and scheduling |
| Address Privacy | Shared with multiple contractors upfront | Shared with pros you contact | Your address stays private until you approve a specific visit |
| Change Order & Timeline Protection | None — a common source of extra costs | Limited | Full supervision option with strict oversight |
| Expertise | No construction professional | Design-focused | Construction manager with commercial project experience |
| Who We Work For | Contractors pay for your leads | Mixed | Works only for you — never the contractors |
Homeowners deserve the same confidence and transparency that commercial building owners expect.
That’s why Facilivate combines experienced construction professionals with carefully screened contractors, transparent quote coordination and review, and optional project management—all working for one person: you.
We review licensing, insurance, and other essential qualifications, coordinate the quoting process, and help you compare your options with confidence. The final decision is always yours.