The trust signal homeowners look for
The BuildSOS Verified Seal is how homeowners know you're the real thing.
Storm chasers can't fake it. You earn it, by verifying with BuildZoom. The Seal unlocks your Contractor Finder listing and tells every homeowner you're licensed, insured, and accountable.
Why it matters
Homeowners are learning to look for this before they hire anyone.
Get found
The Seal unlocks your listing in the Contractor Finder, where homeowners actively search for a pro they can trust.
Stand apart
A verifiable badge separates you from the storm chasers who flood disaster areas. You're not competing on price with someone who can't be checked.
Climb the tiers
Silver to Gold to Platinum. Each tier is a stronger signal, and a reason for homeowners to choose you over the next bid.
The three tiers
Three tiers. Each one earns more trust.
You earn the Seal when you verify with BuildZoom. Complete more, and your status rises.
Silver
Verified + listed
- Most chosen
Gold
Higher accreditation
Platinum
The highest assurance
| What each tier includes | Silver | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|
| BuildZoom verification (license + insurance) | Included | Included | Included |
| Verified Seal + Contractor Finder listing | Included | Included | Included |
| BuildSOS curriculum complete | Not included | Included | Included |
| Full identity + background check | Not included | Not included | Included |
How you earn it
From sign-up to Platinum Seal in four steps.
Join BuildSOS free. Self-select as a contractor.
Verify with BuildZoom — license & insurance checked. This earns your Silver Seal and unlocks your Contractor Finder listing (no listing until you're verified).
Complete the BuildSOS curriculum + certification to reach Gold.
Add a full identity + background check for Platinum — the highest assurance.
What homeowners see
The badge means something on the other side, too.
When a homeowner searches the Contractor Finder, your Seal is the first thing they see; a signal they've been taught to look for before they let anyone near their home.
Homeowners are already looking for the Seal. Make sure they find it on you.
Sign up and start your verificationFree to join. Verification via BuildZoom.