Our Story, Mission, and Vision
The Inspiration and Vision Behind MakeSpec’s Development
Bridging the Gap in Home Renovation: Empowering Collaboration and Clarity
In 2023, the U.S. home remodeling market generated approximately $485 billion in sales. Yet, despite this growth, home improvement consistently ranks at the top for consumer complaints. According to the 2023 Consumer Complaint Survey Report by the Consumer Federation of America, it was rated the #1 category for worst complaints and received the second-highest number of complaints overall. Surprisingly, contractors also report frequent negative experiences, illustrating that both homeowners and contractors often encounter significant challenges in this industry.
These statistics highlight the rapid growth of the home improvement market alongside a persistent status quo that leaves both parties dissatisfied.
The root cause of these issues often lies in information asymmetry between homeowners and contractors. To address this, we developed MakeSpec -a platform that empowers homeowners to take the lead in the renovation process, clearly defining and sharing their project needs. Our tools reduce misunderstandings, streamline communication, and enable better project outcomes for everyone involved.
We believe that reducing information asymmetry can transform the home improvement industry. As we continue to accumulate big data on project specifications, material preferences, and contractor performance, we aim to integrate this data with the supply chain to drive even more meaningful improvements for homeowners, agents, contractors, and retailers alike.
Revolutionizing Home Improvement, Together
Our mission is to empower homeowners, agents, and contractors by simplifying renovation planning and fostering collaboration through innovative technology. Together, we’re building a transparent, efficient, and trusted home improvement ecosystem.
What We Offer
MakeSpec is a network-based platform that empowers homeowners to define their renovation needs clearly and share them seamlessly with multiple contractors. By providing a structured, easy-to-use system, MakeSpec eliminates guesswork, reduces misunderstandings, and ensures that homeowners receive accurate estimates tailored to their specific requirements.
What We Stand For
Transparency
Clear communication and fair practices.
Innovation
Transforming remodeling with technology.
Customer Focus
Your needs, our priority.
Collaboration
Bringing homeowners, agents, and contractors together.
Efficiency
Saving time, cutting costs, reducing stress.
