We've got it down to a science. Having screened our entire network of over 69,000 professionals, here's what we look
for:
State-Level Trade License Verification
We make sure that our service professionals carry required state-level trade licensing for the services they provide.
Criminal & Sex Offender Background Check
ServiceMagic uses third-party data sources to conduct a criminal search for relevant criminal activity associated with the
owner/principal of the business.
Insurance Coverage
We encourage professionals to carry insurance. We require coverage for hundreds of services.
Verification of State Business Filings
For service professionals that are corporations or limited liability companies, we confirm that the business is properly
registered in the state in which it is located.
Bankruptcy, Judgments & Liens Records Check
We use third-party data sources to check the principal/owner of each business for bankruptcy filings, liens and significant
state-level legal judgments during the three years prior to their enrollment in the ServiceMagic network.
Identity Verification
We verify the social security number(s) of the owner/principal for identity check purposes. This check applies primarily to
smaller business entities.
Note: Member service professional information, as described above, is confirmed
at the time of the service professional's enrollment in the ServiceMagic Network, and may change or expire over time. While
ServiceMagic attempts to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, and confirms changes when notified, we cannot guarantee
that profile and screening information is accurate or up-to-date. Therefore, we recommend that before working with a service
professional, you verify that information presented is still current and/or acceptable to you.
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Last updated: 1/22/10.