Editorial Standards & Research Methodology
How we research pricing, review content, and vet the contractors in our network — so you can trust what you read on TrustyFix.
Real Pricing Data
Every cost figure on TrustyFix is sourced from at least three independent inputs: licensed contractor invoices, manufacturer/supplier list pricing, and homeowner-reported quotes from across 50 U.S. metro markets. We refresh pricing every 6 months and flag the last update on every page.
Expert Review
Every guide is reviewed by a licensed contractor with at least 10 years of field experience in the relevant trade. Reviewers vet pricing claims, technical accuracy, and code references before any article is published or updated.
Independent Editorial
TrustyFix earns revenue when homeowners get matched with vetted contractors. Editorial content is produced separately from any business relationships — no contractor pays to be recommended, and our research team has no commercial influence over what we write.
Transparent Sourcing
When a stat or claim could change a homeowner's decision, we cite where it came from — Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value Report, ENERGY STAR, ASHRAE, NRCA, etc. If we can't source it, we don't publish it.
Vetted Contractor Network
Before joining the TrustyFix network, every contractor passes (1) license verification with state databases, (2) general liability and workers' comp insurance verification, (3) criminal background check on owners, and (4) a customer reference check. We re-verify annually.
Homeowner-First Updates
When a code changes, a tax credit expires, or a major product is recalled, we update affected articles within 30 days. You can subscribe to our update log at the bottom of every guide.
Where Our Pricing Comes From
We blend the following sources to produce the cost ranges you see on every guide. National averages are weighted by metro population so the numbers reflect what most homeowners actually pay.
- Remodeling Magazine — Cost vs. Value
- ENERGY STAR Product Finder
- NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association)
- ASHRAE Standards & Guidelines
- IRS 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit
- IICRC (Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification)
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Wage Data
- NAHB (National Association of Home Builders)
Found an Error or Outdated Price?
Pricing changes. Codes change. If something on TrustyFix doesn't match what you're seeing in your market, we want to know — corrections are reviewed within 5 business days.
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