Marketplace Guide

How ECG Construction Marketplace Works

ECG Marketplace works the same way people already understand online marketplaces — just without the clutter. It’s built specifically for construction and construction-related services on Vancouver Island, so your time isn’t wasted sorting through unrelated ads.

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Vancouver Island focus • Construction-only categories • Built to reduce spam and keep listings relevant

What makes this different

General marketplaces work — but they’re spread thin across every category and every location. ECG Marketplace stays focused on one region and one industry. That keeps the feed cleaner, the categories more useful, and the connections faster.

For Homeowners / Posters

Create a listing — choose a category (Projects, Labour Pool, Subcontractors, Materials), add details, photos, and a general location.
Get replies — contractors and workers comment to ask questions and share their website or Facebook business page.
Choose who to contact — message, call, or email based on what you’re comfortable sharing. No obligation.

For Contractors / Pros

Create your profile — trade, service area, and a real website or Facebook page for quick credibility.
Browse and reply — respond publicly to listings to ask questions and book estimates.
Build reputation over time — reviews and activity help you stand out as the marketplace grows.

Four marketplace sections

Projects: renovations, repairs, new builds, and service calls.
Labour Pool: labourers available + short-term help wanted.
Subcontractors: subs advertising availability + employers posting needs.
Materials & Equipment: construction-related items for sale or wanted.

Simple posting rules

Post only construction-related listings (projects, labour, subcontracting, materials/equipment).
Keep addresses private — use city/area, share exact address only after you trust the person.
Use photos when possible — they reduce back-and-forth and get better replies.

Browse listings like a marketplace feed

Users can filter by category and location, then open a listing to view details and replies.

What users will do

Be sure to include photos with your listing. Listings with images get more attention and help contractors quickly understand the scope of the job.

Good to know

Replies can include a website or Facebook link so posters can vet contractors quickly before contacting.

Keeping it local and cleaner than general classifieds

We keep the marketplace simple — but protected. The goal is not to over-complicate it, just to reduce spam and keep listings local and relevant.

Account verification

Email verification helps cut down spam and fake posts. Location fields keep listings Vancouver Island focused.

Transparent contractors

Contractors can link a real website or Facebook business page so posters can check credibility quickly.

Report tools

Users can report listings and replies. Reports are reviewed to keep the feed clean as the community grows.

Reviews (as it grows)

Reviews help real pros stand out over time. Low-quality or harmful content can be reviewed before display.

Optional advantages (coming later)

The marketplace will stay free to use. Later, contractors will have optional upgrades for speed, visibility, and trust signals.

Instant job alerts

Notifications the moment a job is posted so pros can respond early.

Featured placement

Optional visibility boosts in categories and search results (ads-style placement).

Ready to get started?

Posting takes about 2 minutes. Pros can reply right away.

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Operated by ECG Synergy