Long Island contractors working on a home roof replacement
Built on Long Island, for Long Island

Get your Long Island home
project done — without the headache.

Tell us what you need. SideKick helps you find qualified contractors, compare bids, and get the work scheduled.

100% Free for Homeowners
Local Long Island Pros
Compare Multiple Bids
Optional Escrow
Rivet — your SideKick guide
How it works

Four simple steps to a job well done

From leaky faucets to full renovations — Rivet walks you through it.

1

Post your project

Tell us what you need done — in minutes. Add photos, set your budget range, and pick a start date.

2

Receive competitive bids

Get bids from Long Island contractors — credential information is reviewed before bidding. Compare profiles, reviews, and portfolios side by side.

3

Hire your SideKick

Message securely and coordinate the work. Optionally fund escrow through the platform so your payment is held safely until the job is done — or pay the contractor directly.

4

Leave a review

Once the work is done, rate your contractor and endorse their skills to help your neighbors hire with confidence.

Popular services

From roofing to handyman work — browse the trades available across Long Island.

Featured services

Ready-to-book offerings from Long Island pros.

Why homeowners choose SideKick

The easier way to get your project done

Skip the phone tag. Post once, compare confidently, and hire the right Long Island pro for the job.

Save time

One project request instead of calling multiple contractors. Tell us once — we do the rest.

Compare options

Review bids, profiles, and credentials side by side in one place — no more scattered voicemails.

Credential Review

Every contractor's license and insurance information is reviewed before they can bid on your job.

Local pros near you

Filter by Nassau or Suffolk county to find trusted contractors who actually serve your area.

Upfront pricing & quotes

See fixed prices on listed services or post a project and compare transparent, itemized bids side by side.

Work you can trust

Browse ratings, reviews, and experience so the right pro for the job is always one click away.

For contractors

More qualified jobs.
Less time chasing leads.

SideKick sends you real project opportunities that fit your business — so you spend less time cold-calling and more time doing the work you love.

Plans start free.

See the job before bidding

Full project details — scope, budget, photos — before you decide to respond.

Know the budget

Every project shows a budget range so you know it's worth your time.

Choose which leads you pursue

No more buying dead-end leads. You pick the jobs that fit your business.

Limited competition

Fewer contractors per project means a real shot at winning the work.

Direct homeowner communication

Message homeowners directly to ask questions and coordinate details.

Built for peace of mind

Trust is the whole point

A new visitor isn't asking how SideKick works — they're asking whether they can trust someone they find here. Here's how we help.

Credential Review

License and insurance information is reviewed before a contractor can bid on your project.

Optional Escrow

Choose to hold your payment safely through the platform until the work is done — or pay the contractor directly. It's your call.

Real Reviews

See feedback from completed projects so you can hire with confidence.

Local Professionals

Built specifically around Long Island contractors who serve your town.

Rivet — your SideKick guide
Questions? Rivet's got answers

Frequently asked questions

Browsing services, posting projects, and receiving bids is completely free. You only pay for the work you hire a contractor to do — and when you choose to use escrow, your payment is held securely until you confirm the job is complete.

Ready to get your project done?

Post a project and get bids from local Long Island pros — or browse ready-to-book services. It's free for homeowners.