Billing and participation terms
Can the same project get both a job fee and a separate lead charge?
The job-based option bills once after the contractor completes the work and receives customer payment; that project is not billed again as a separate lead sale. An agreed monthly subscription is the alternative billing route.
- Read the billing section for duplicate, third-party, or monthly charges.
- Ask for any exception in writing before accepting a project.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Billing and participation terms
Where can I see the job fee or monthly subscription price?
Washington Trade Network has no single fee or commission percentage for every partner; the contractor and network agree on the applicable amount and billing route before work is accepted. Get those terms in writing first.
- Confirm the amount, billing trigger, and any monthly commitment.
- Keep the agreed terms with the project or membership records.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Billing and participation terms
When do contractors agree to participation and billing terms?
Terms are agreed before a contractor accepts work. Confirm the service scope and billing route in writing before acting on a homeowner handoff.
- Check the written terms before scheduling project work.
- Do not treat the application as consent to charges.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Projects and independence
What does a qualified homeowner project request mean?
Qualification reviews the project scope, location, and homeowner needs before a possible handoff. It is an intake and fit check, not a site inspection, permit approval, binding quote, or guarantee that the contractor will take the job.
- Confirm the equipment, address, customer priorities, and known scope gaps directly.
- Make your own site assessment and written proposal before agreeing to the work.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Projects and independence
Does membership guarantee a certain number of referrals or jobs?
The network does not promise a fixed number of requests, estimates, appointments, or completed jobs. Project fit and homeowner decisions determine whether an introduction becomes work.
- Ask how service-area fit is considered for your business.
- Review network terms without relying on an assumed monthly job count.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Projects and independence
Are Washington Trade Network homeowner requests exclusive?
Referral requests are not promised as exclusive, and the network does not guarantee a fixed number of contractors on each project. Confirm how a specific handoff will be handled under your agreed participation terms.
- Confirm distribution terms before accepting a referral.
- You decide whether to discuss or take the work after the handoff.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Projects and independence
Can I choose which Washington cities or counties I serve?
List the cities or counties your business actually serves; location is part of project-fit review. The network does not guarantee a service-area assignment or referral volume, so confirm fit before relying on a specific territory.
- Keep your stated service area current and address-specific.
- Check utility and permit jurisdiction for each project before pricing it.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
Projects and independence
Who sets the project scope and price with the homeowner?
The contractor and homeowner agree directly on the electrical scope, price, and project contract. Washington Trade Network supports qualification, handoff, and scheduling, while the contractor’s written agreement governs the work.
- Put equipment, exclusions, permit duties, and change orders in your agreement.
- Confirm who handles utility coordination and completion records.
Sources & answer link
Washington Trade Network participation policy; terms agreed before work.
Reviewed October 17, 2026. Link to this answer
