Become a Founding Homeowner in Your State
We're building a state-by-state, standards-based vetting and verification system for the U.S. home improvement industry. Join early and help shape it.
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Why homeowners join
CraftAuthority gives homeowners real tools — not just reviews — to verify contractors, protect your money, reduce disputes, and follow a system that's built to scale across every state.
- Verify any contractor in 60 seconds — free checklist + external links
- Download checklists, payment templates, and red-flag guides
- Get bid comparison reviews to catch scope gaps
- Access dispute navigation templates when things go wrong
- Support a standards-based trust system for home improvement
Founding Seats Are Allocated by State
Every state gets a limited number of founding homeowner seats. Early members in each state help set the baseline for local rollouts. Founding Homeowner status stays active for the life of your membership.
Stage 1 is open nationally. CraftAuthority is accepting founding members in all 50 states. Each state's Founding Homeowner class is capped — once full, new members enter at Standard or Premium tiers.
Founding Homeowner Privileges
- Founding Member ID + digital badge + recognition
- Access to full Member Kit (checklists, templates, downloads)
- Early access to local contractor rollouts in your state
- Priority access to new tools, features, and protection updates
- Locked rate ($30/3 years) as long as membership is active
- Invitation to participate in pilot reviews and feedback
- Eligible for early dispute navigation templates and resources
- Portable tools and printable resources — all yours to keep
Free vs Member Toolkit — What You Actually Get
Free Visitor
- 60-second verification checklist
- Red-flag one-pager (PDF)
- Trust Library access
- Member Kit downloads
- Bid comparison tools
- Dispute templates
- Founding status
Standard Member Kit
- Everything free, plus:
- Hire-Safe Checklist (full version)
- Payment Schedule Template
- Change Order Template
- Red-Flags Countermeasures Playbook
- Nominate a contractor
- Submit signals
- Founding status
Founding Homeowner Kit
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- Founding Member ID + badge
- Photo Log & Job Journal Template
- Early access to local rollouts
- Rate locked while active
- Priority access to new tools
- Pilot program invitations
Founding Homeowner State Assembly
As each state fills its founding class, CraftAuthority will create a Founding Homeowner Assembly — a structured group of early supporters who helped establish the standard in their state. Assembly members get recognition, early access, and direct input on local contractor rollouts.
Why this matters
Real work is expensive
Most homeowners spend $5,000–$50,000+ on a single project. A bad hire can mean lost money, property damage, and months of stress. CraftAuthority gives you a system to reduce risk before you sign.
Reduce uncertainty
Reviews can be manipulated. Visibility is pay-to-win. CraftAuthority is different: credentials, compliance, signals, due process — verified by a standards body, not a marketplace.
What membership creates
More confidence before you hire
Checklists, verification links, and bid review tools help you spot gaps before you sign a contract.
Stronger protections and documentation
Templates for change orders, payment schedules, and dispute escalation give you a paper trail.
A safer home improvement marketplace
Your membership funds a system that holds contractors accountable — with audits, signals, and due process.
A safer base for everyone
The more homeowners who join, the more contractors adopt CraftAuthority standards. Your support accelerates the network.
Homeowner Membership
Choose your plan
Homeowner Standard
- Trust Library downloads
- Verify checklist + links
- Nominate a contractor
- Submit signals
- Member Kit (templates + guides)
Founding Homeowner
- Everything in Standard
- Founding Member ID + badge
- Early access to local rollouts
- Rate locked while active
- Priority tools + pilot invitations
Founding Premium
- Everything in Founding
- Homeowner Protection Pack
- Bid comparison review
- Verification summary report
- Dispute navigation templates
Standard Membership (annual)
The Standard plan is $5/year and gives you full access to the Member Kit — including the Hire-Safe Checklist, Payment Schedule Template, Change Order Template, Red-Flags Countermeasures Playbook, and the ability to nominate contractors and submit signals. It's the simplest way to support CraftAuthority and get real tools for your next project.
Not ready to join yet?
That's fine. Use the free tools — verify a contractor, download the red-flag guide, or browse the Trust Library. When you're ready, we'll be here.