Observed arrival · 2026-11-09
ProveHound, a sourced directory for local pros
A homeowner search tool for local tradespeople that ranks listings by checked, sourced evidence rather than ad spend.
○Open
⊠Login
$Paid
†Ads
✦Pretty
●Pro
◎Niche
◉Human
⚑Risk
ƒJS
- For
- Homeowners comparing local tradespeople
- Worth noticing
- The site says it lists 318,583 businesses across all 50 states and DC, but official license records are loaded only for selected trades and states.
Field notes
The page describes a ranking based on verified, sourced evidence and says every checked fact includes its source and date. It lists official license-record coverage for selected trades in 11 states, alongside other named sources such as Colorado business filings and Overture Maps data for unchecked listings. ProveHound cautions readers to verify directly with the state and the contractor before hiring.
Observed signals
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Editorial observations of this landing page, not a rating.
○OpenPublic substance visible
⊠LoginAccess appeared gated
$PaidCommerce or pricing visible
✦PrettyNotable craft visible
●ProPolished or operationally mature
◎NicheUnusually specific use
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