About Angi (Angie's List)
Angi (formerly Angie's List) is an online marketplace connecting homeowners with local home service professionals for projects including plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, painting, landscaping, and general contracting. The platform offers verified reviews, background-checked professionals, and upfront pricing on many services.
Originally a subscription service requiring a membership fee, Angi now offers a free basic membership with the option to upgrade for premium features. The platform's strength is in its large database of reviewed and rated service providers across virtually all home service categories.
Savings through Angi come from comparing multiple quotes from different providers, taking advantage of Angi's promotional "deals" on specific services, and using the platform's upfront pricing to avoid unexpected costs on common home projects.
Quick Savings Tips
- Get at least 3 quotes through the platform before hiring—pricing varies widely
- Look for Angi Deals—pre-priced packages for common services like drain cleaning or HVAC tune-ups
- Read reviews from the past 12 months for the most relevant provider assessments
- Angi's upfront pricing for standard jobs eliminates surprise cost overruns
- Booking off-peak (avoiding summer for AC work, spring for landscaping) can reduce wait times and sometimes costs