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April 5, 2026

How Renova Works: The Complete Guide

Renova is a job marketplace that connects homeowners and businesses with local contractors. Whether you're a customer looking to get work done or a contractor looking for your next job, here's exactly how it works.

For Customers: Post a Job and Get Bids

Step 1 — Create an Account

Sign up for free at renovaapp.site. It takes about two minutes. You can sign up with Google or with your email address.

Step 2 — Post Your Job

Click "Post a Job" and describe what you need done. Be as specific as possible — include the scope of work, location, timeline, and any relevant photos or documents. The more detail you provide, the better the bids you'll receive.

Jobs are reviewed and approved before going live to keep the marketplace high quality.

Step 3 — Contractors Bid on Your Job

Once your job is live, local contractors can see it and bid. Contractors pay a credit to unlock your contact information, which means every contractor who reaches out has made a real commitment to your job — not just browsing.

Step 4 — Review Bids and Choose

You'll get notified when a contractor purchases your job and reaches out. You can message them directly through Renova's built-in messaging. Compare bids, ask questions, look at reviews, and choose the contractor who's the best fit.

Step 5 — Update Job Status

As your job progresses, update its status — Taking Bids, In Progress, Completed. This keeps contractors informed and helps keep the marketplace accurate.


For Contractors: Find Jobs and Win Bids

Step 1 — Create Your Profile

Sign up and select "Contractor." Complete your profile — add your trades, service area, a bio, and a profile photo. A complete profile gets significantly more responses from customers.

New contractors get 10 free credits to start, so you can begin bidding immediately.

Step 2 — Browse Jobs

Browse open job listings in your area. Each listing shows the job title, category, location, and current status before you unlock it. When you find one you want to pursue, spend 1 credit to unlock the customer's contact information.

Step 3 — Reach Out

Once you unlock a job, you can message the customer directly through Renova. Send a personalized message, introduce yourself, and make your case.

Step 4 — Win the Job

The best contractors win bids through fast communication, competitive pricing, and a strong reputation. Build your review count over time and your close rate will improve with it.


Credits and Subscriptions

Contractors use credits to unlock job listings. Credits can be purchased in packs:

  • 10 credits — $10
  • 45 credits — $45
  • 100 credits — $80

For contractors who bid frequently, the Unlimited Plan gives you access to all job listings for a flat monthly fee — no credits needed.


Why Renova?

Unlike other lead platforms that sell the same lead to 5+ contractors, Renova keeps the marketplace fair. Every job is real, every bid requires a genuine investment, and every review is from a verified customer.

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