HomeAdvisor Pro Finder & Reviews Scraper

Built by John Rippy | johnrippy.link

Scrape HomeAdvisor for home service professionals, contractors, customer reviews, and project cost data. Essential for home services competitive analysis and lead generation.

Why HomeAdvisor Data is Valuable

HomeAdvisor is the leading home services marketplace:

• Customer Reviews: Verified reviews from actual customers
• Professional Ratings: Detailed ratings and satisfaction scores
• Cost Estimates: Project cost guides and estimates
• Service Verification: Screened & Approved status, Elite Service badges
• Business Details: Years in business, services offered, coverage areas

Features

• Professional Profile Scraping: Complete contractor/pro profiles
• Search by Service Type: Plumbers, roofers, HVAC, electricians, etc.
• Location-Based Search: Search by city, state, or ZIP code
• Review Extraction: Customer reviews with ratings and project details
• Cost Data: Average project costs and cost guides
• Credential Verification: License, insurance, and screening status

Use Cases

• Home Services Marketing: Target underserved markets
• Competitive Analysis: Compare ratings across competitors
• Lead Generation: Find professionals for partnerships
• Market Research: Analyze pricing and demand by region
• Reputation Monitoring: Track reviews for your business
• Cost Analysis: Understand market pricing for services

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Description
scrapeType	string	Type: search, professional_profile, reviews, cost_guide
professionalUrl	string	Direct HomeAdvisor profile URL
serviceType	string	Service type (Plumbing, Roofing, HVAC, etc.)
location	string	City, State or ZIP code
minRating	number	Minimum rating (1.0-5.0)
screened	boolean	Only Screened & Approved professionals
eliteService	boolean	Only Elite Service professionals
includeReviews	boolean	Scrape customer reviews (default: true)
maxReviewsPerPro	number	Max reviews per professional (default: 25)
includeCostData	boolean	Include cost estimates (default: true)
maxResults	number	Maximum professionals (default: 50)
proxyConfiguration	object	Proxy settings
demoMode	boolean	Return sample data for testing

Output

Professional Output

{
  "businessName": "Smith Plumbing & Heating",
  "homeAdvisorUrl": "https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SmithPlumbing.12345.html",
  "serviceTypes": ["Plumbing", "Water Heater Installation", "Drain Cleaning"],
  "rating": 4.8,
  "reviewCount": 234,
  "hiredCount": 1250,
  "yearsInBusiness": 15,
  "address": {
    "city": "Houston",
    "state": "TX",
    "zipCode": "77001"
  },
  "phone": "(555) 123-4567",
  "website": "https://smithplumbing.com",
  "screenedApproved": true,
  "eliteService": true,
  "licensedInsured": true,
  "bbbAccredited": true,
  "serviceArea": ["Houston", "Katy", "Sugar Land", "The Woodlands"],
  "costRange": {
    "low": 150,
    "high": 500,
    "average": 275,
    "projectType": "Standard Plumbing Repair"
  },
  "reviews": [
    {
      "reviewId": "ha123456",
      "rating": 5,
      "title": "Excellent plumber!",
      "text": "Fixed our leak quickly and professionally...",
      "date": "November 2024",
      "projectType": "Plumbing Repair",
      "projectCost": "$285",
      "wouldRecommend": true,
      "verified": true
    }
  ],
  "scrapedAt": "2024-12-21T10:30:00.000Z"
}

Example Usage

Search for Plumbers in Houston

{
  "scrapeType": "search",
  "serviceType": "Plumbing",
  "location": "Houston, TX",
  "minRating": 4.0,
  "screened": true,
  "maxResults": 50
}

Scrape Single Professional Profile

{
  "scrapeType": "professional_profile",
  "professionalUrl": "https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SmithPlumbing.12345.html",
  "includeReviews": true,
  "maxReviewsPerPro": 50
}

Find Elite HVAC Contractors

{
  "scrapeType": "search",
  "serviceType": "HVAC",
  "location": "Dallas, TX",
  "eliteService": true,
  "includeCostData": true
}

Service Types Supported

• Plumbing
• HVAC (Heating & Cooling)
• Roofing
• Electrical
• Home Remodeling
• Flooring
• Painting
• Landscaping
• Pest Control
• Garage Doors
• Windows & Doors
• Fencing
• Concrete/Masonry
• Tree Services
• Pool Services
• And many more...

Pricing

This actor uses pay-per-event pricing:

Event	Description	Price
apify-actor-start	Base cost per run	$0.10
professional_scraped	Per professional profile scraped	$0.06
review_scraped	Per review extracted	$0.004

Example costs:

• 50 professionals with 25 reviews each: $0.10 + (50 × $0.06) + (1250 × $0.004) = $8.10
• 100 professionals, no reviews: $0.10 + (100 × $0.06) = $6.10

Rate Limiting & Best Practices

• Built-in delays to respect HomeAdvisor servers
• Residential proxy recommended for reliability
• Maximum 500 professionals per run
• Reviews limited per professional to prevent excessive requests

Legal Considerations

• Use data for legitimate business research purposes
• Comply with HomeAdvisor Terms of Service
• Do not use for fake reviews or spam
• Respect user privacy in review data
• Check local regulations for lead generation use

Integration

Export data to:

• Google Sheets
• CSV/Excel
• CRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce)
• Databases (via API)
• Marketing automation platforms

Support

For issues or feature requests, contact support.

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Built by John Rippy | johnrippy.link

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