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How to Send Winning Quotes on a Local Services Marketplace (Pro's Guide)

Tap through each step to see how to send a quote that actually gets chosen.

  1. Read the request carefully

    Start by carefully reading the customer's specific conditions β€” location, timing, budget, and what result they want. Missing these details lowers your odds of getting chosen even if you do send a quote.

  2. Write your price and scope of work

    Rather than listing just a number, include your scope of work, estimated time, and what's included or excluded, so the customer can easily compare you against other pros and feel confident choosing you.

  3. Personalize your message to the request

    Instead of sending the same copy-pasted text to every request, reference the customer's specific details β€” response rates go up noticeably when a quote clearly shows you actually read what they wrote.

  4. Respond quickly

    Requests accumulate competing quotes the longer they sit, so sending your quote as soon as you see the notification puts you ahead in a competitive field.

  5. Follow up over chat

    After sending your quote, use chat to work out the details, and once the job is booked, wrap up through the platform's built-in payment and review system.

A copy-pasted quote rarely wins

Sending the same wording to every request saves time, but it tends to read as low-effort to the customer and lowers your selection rate. Referencing even one or two specifics from the actual request makes a noticeable difference in response rates.

Just starting out on the pro side?

If you're newer to working a local services marketplace as a side hustle, our guide to getting the basics right as a side hustle covers what to keep in mind alongside your main job.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to follow up if a quote gets no response?

Yes β€” following up once through chat after a reasonable gap is fine. Just avoid repeated, pushy follow-ups on the same request.

What if I run out of credits and want to send more quotes?

Most platforms require purchasing additional credits once you've used your current balance, so it's worth planning your credit usage around how active you plan to be.