Built on Long Island, for Long Island

Get your home project done —
without the headache.

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

Rivet — your SideKick mascot
Rivet

Need a hand? I'm Rivet — let's find the right pro for your project.

5
bids per project
Compare multiple offers
24hr
response goal
Fast first replies
AI
credential check
On every upload
LI
local businesses
Long Island built
Licensed professionals
Verified reviews
Secure messaging
Transparent pricing
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, fund escrow with confidence, and get the job done. Pay only when the work is complete.

4

Leave a review

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

Why homeowners use 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.

Find the right pro

Connect with contractors matched to your project, trade, and area — with credential information reviewed before bidding.

Stay organized

Keep project details, messages, and booking together so nothing falls through the cracks.

Available services

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

Featured services

Ready-to-book offerings from Long Island pros.

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.

Matching project leads

Receive project opportunities that match your trade and service area.

Review before you respond

See full project details — scope, budget, photos — before deciding to bid.

Bid directly

Submit competitive bids with your timeline and message in a few clicks.

Manage in one place

Track jobs, messages, and escrow payments from a single dashboard.

Build your reputation

Earn reviews and endorsements that help you win more work on SideKick.

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 funds are held securely in escrow until you confirm the job is complete.
Why SideKick

A better way to get the job done

From last-minute fixes to planned renovations, we make it easy to find, vet, and hire the right Long Island contractor — or land your next big job.

Same-day service

Need it done now? Find contractors available to start today, next day, or within the week.

Vetted professionals

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

Upfront pricing & quotes

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

Licensed & insured

Hire with confidence knowing your pro's credential information is reviewed before they bid on your job.

Local pros near you

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

Work you can trust

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