Why we built this
I'm Jason, a retired fire captain from Kansas City. Back then I built a simple website where the guys on my department could list their side businesses. Almost all of them ran home service companies on their days off: roofing, painting, plumbing, lawn care, handyman work.
People trusted them for a simple reason. They had a real job to show up to every shift, they weren't going to disappear on anyone, and their name meant something in the community. Your Pro in Town is bringing that same idea to Tampa Bay.
The founding offer
First 3 months free, then 50% off for as long as you stay. It's open to active and retired firefighters, EMTs and paramedics, law enforcement, 911 dispatchers, and military veterans who own or run a local business.
What you get
- A verified badge on your listing and in every introduction we send, so homeowners know who they're hiring.
- A spot in our First Responder & Veteran Pros directory, featured on the community pages for the areas you serve.
- Exclusive requests for your service and area. We send each request to one provider, never a shared list.
- Shift-friendly follow-up. When a request comes in while you're on shift, we reply to the customer right away and let them know when to expect your call.
- An extra free month for every verified member you bring in from your crew or unit.
The badges
Badges are only shown after we verify service. If Florida requires a license for your trade, we verify that too.
How it works
- Apply with the form. It takes about two minutes.
- We verify your service and license, usually within 2 business days.
- We set up your listing with your badge, and requests start coming in.
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies?
Active or retired firefighters, EMTs and paramedics, law enforcement officers, 911 dispatchers, and military veterans who own or run a home service or real estate business in Tampa Bay.
What does the offer cost?
Founding members get their first 3 months free, then 50% off the regular monthly fee for as long as they stay.
How do you verify service?
After you apply, we'll ask for a photo of your department ID, retirement card, or DD-214, with every ID number and your SSN covered. Nothing else is needed, and we don't keep a copy after we verify.
Do I still need a Florida license?
Yes. The badge shows your service, not your trade qualifications. If Florida requires a license for your trade, we check it like we do for every provider.
Does the badge cost extra?
No. Every verified member gets the badge on their listing at no extra cost.
Can I bring guys from my crew or unit?
Yes. Every verified member you refer gets the same founding offer, and you get an extra free month for each one who joins.