Questions, answered simply.
Helpful context for getting connected with the right professional.
What is Umanim?
Umanim helps connect customers with trusted local professionals for everyday service jobs.
Does Umanim cost more than contacting the professional directly?
No. Through Umanim’s professional partners, you pay the same price you would receive by contacting the professional directly.
How do I get started?
Choose the service you need. If you’re not sure who to call, describe what’s going on and Umanim will help point you to the right type of professional.
Can I choose my own professional?
Yes. Choose the “I want to choose” route to browse relevant Umanim partner profiles.
What does Best Match mean?
Best Match is a guidance option. Umanim asks a few useful questions about the job to help narrow down a suitable professional.
Can I request any suitable professional?
Yes. Choose “Anyone good is fine” and Umanim will prepare your request for an appropriate participating professional.
Can I request someone today?
You can express a preference for help today. Availability in this MVP is illustrative and is not a real-time appointment confirmation.
When do I pay?
Payment handling is not part of this MVP. The professional should communicate any applicable pricing directly.
What if the price changes after the professional sees the job?
Some jobs need an on-site assessment. The professional should communicate changes before additional work is performed.
What happens if there is a problem with the service?
Support processes are still being built. Keep the job details and request information available so the issue can be understood clearly.
Does Umanim employ the professionals?
Umanim works through participating professional partners; it is not presented here as the employer of those independent businesses.