Local Pros

Website: localpros.co.za Type: Contractor Marketplace & Lead Generation Founded: 7+ years ago Status: Core business, established


Overview

South Africa’s trusted contractor platform connecting customers with quality service providers. Exclusive lead model (no sharing) across 70+ service categories.

For Contractors (Partners):

  • Exclusive leads delivered via WhatsApp and email
  • Professional profile pages to showcase work and reviews
  • Pricing: R1,150 activation + per-lead costs

Service Categories: Electricians, plumbers, handyman, garage doors, gates, fencing, security, maintenance, and 60+ more.


Vision

“To build South Africa’s most trusted contractor platform where quality service providers and customers come to meet, powered by smart technology and systems that create sustainable value.”


Current Focus

  • Quality control and service delivery monitoring
  • Review generation and reputation building
  • Enhanced lead management system (launching 2025)
  • Professional profile page improvements (Q1 2025)
  • Brand building for repeat customers and referrals

Goals

Q1 2025:

  • Profile page enhancements live
  • Lead management system launch

2025:

  • Strengthen quality control
  • Increase partner retention
  • Build repeat customer base

Long-term:

  • Contribute to R200k MRR target (end of 2026)

Metrics

MetricCurrentTarget
MRR
Active Partners
Lead Volume
Partner Retention

Revenue Model

  • R1,150 activation fees
  • Per-lead fees by category
  • Upsell to FieldCard, Reputation Engine, Web Services

Sister Sites

Specialized lead generation sites:

  • Pro Electric Fencing
  • Electrician Pros
  • Leak Detection Pros
  • CCTV Pros
  • Tree Felling Pros
  • gpelectricians.co.za (rank and rent)

Ideas


Notes


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