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Milestone-Based Escrow for Home Renovations
Protects homeowners from shoddy work AND contractors from non-payment.
Homeowner Risks:
- • Upfront payment scams
- • Contractors disappearing mid-job
- • Paying before seeing quality work
Contractor Risks:
- • 30-90 day payment delays
- • Non-payment after completion
- • Credit card chargebacks up to 180 days
Kitchen Renovation
Johnson Residence • San Francisco, CA
Milestone Escrow
Pay only for verified work
Stablecoin Treasury
USDC/USDT secured funds
Dispute Resolution
Fair arbitration process
Full Compliance
Licensed & bonded escrow
How ServiceEscrow Works
Simple 4-step process for secure milestone-based payments
Create Escrow Agreement
Create escrow agreement with project milestones
Homeowner Funds Escrow
Homeowner funds escrow (crypto or card→crypto)
Complete & Approve
Contractor completes work, homeowner approves
Auto Release
Funds released automatically or per milestone
Secured By Industry Leaders
Your funds are protected by institutional-grade custody and security
Coinbase Commerce
Payment Processing
CertiK Audited
Smart Contract Security
Multi-Sig Custody
Institutional Grade
Benefits for Everyone
Financial protection and transparency for all stakeholders
Zero Risk Deposits
Never worry about contractors vanishing with your money. Funds release only when verified.
Blockchain Security
Smart contracts provide tamper-proof, transparent escrow secured by crypto technology.
Photo/Video Proof
Document every milestone with timestamped media evidence stored immutably on-chain.
Instant Payments
Contractors receive stablecoin payments instantly upon approval—no bank delays or fees.
Reputation System
Build verified performance history that helps contractors win higher-value projects.
Fair Arbitration
Neutral third-party dispute resolution protects both parties when disagreements arise.
Traditional Problems vs ServiceEscrow Solution
Real scenarios from real people. See how we protect your money and your project.
Lost $15K to Contractor Who Disappeared
"I paid 50% upfront ($15,000) for my kitchen remodel. The contractor did two days of demo work, then stopped returning my calls. My money is gone and I have to start over."
— Sarah M., Portland, OR
Contractor Never Paid After Completion
"Finished a $42K bathroom renovation. Homeowner said they'd 'pay next week' for 3 months. Eventually stopped answering. Had to hire a collections attorney."
— Mike T., Contractor, Austin, TX
Credit Card Chargeback 5 Months Later
"Client paid with credit card for deck installation. Five months after completion, they filed a chargeback claiming 'services not rendered.' Lost $18K instantly."
— Jessica R., Contractor, Denver, CO
Funds Held Safely Until Completion
"With ServiceEscrow, my $15K was locked in escrow. The contractor knew the money was there and guaranteed, but couldn't access it until each milestone was verified. No risk for either of us."
Escrow Protection
Guaranteed Payment Upon Approval
"No more chasing payments. Homeowner funded the escrow upfront. When I complete each milestone and they approve, funds release instantly. I've been paid within minutes of approval on every project."
Instant Transfers
No Chargebacks or Payment Reversals
"Stablecoin payments are final. Once the homeowner approves and funds release, they can't reverse it months later. My earnings are protected and I can plan my business with confidence."
Final Settlement
Fee Calculator
See how much you save with ServiceEscrow compared to traditional payment methods
ServiceEscrow
1.5% fee
Traditional Escrow
2% fee
Credit Card
3% fee
Contractor Receives
$49,250
You Save
$750
vs. credit card processing • No hidden fees • Instant transfers
Trusted by Homeowners & Contractors
Real stories from people who protected their projects with ServiceEscrow
Sarah Martinez
Homeowner • Kitchen Renovation
"After hearing horror stories from friends about contractors disappearing with deposits, I was terrified to start my kitchen remodel. ServiceEscrow gave me the confidence to move forward. Seeing each milestone verified before releasing payment was incredible peace of mind."
Project: $52,000 • Completed in 8 weeks
Mike Thompson
Contractor • Thompson Construction
"I've been burned by clients who refuse to pay after the work is done. With ServiceEscrow, I know the funds are there and waiting. The instant USDC payment after milestone approval beats waiting 30 days for a check to clear. Game changer for my business."
23 projects completed • $1.2M total secured
David Chen
Real Estate Investor • 12 Properties
"Managing multiple renovation projects simultaneously was a nightmare before ServiceEscrow. Now I can track all my projects in one dashboard, verify work remotely with photo uploads, and release payments instantly. My contractors love it too because they get paid faster."
8 active projects • $340K in escrow
Jessica Rivera
Contractor • Rivera Renovations LLC
"The reputation system has been huge for my business. Every completed milestone builds my verified track record, which helps me win bigger contracts. Clients see my 98% on-time completion rate and feel confident hiring me. Worth every penny of the 1.5% fee."
47 projects completed • 98% satisfaction rating
The Market Opportunity
Massive market, perfect timing, no real competition
Annual Market
Home renovation market with near-zero financial safeguards currently in place.
Search Growth
Massive increase in searches for contractor protection and secure renovation payments.
Consumer Anxiety
Homeowners report fear of contractor fraud, vanishing deposits, and incomplete work.
Target Customers
First-Time Renovators
New to renovation and seeking protection against contractor uncertainty.
Real Estate Investors
Managing multiple projects with tight budgets and aggressive timelines.
Property Flippers
Working against deadlines who need milestone-driven accountability.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Pay only when you use the service. No hidden fees.
Starter
- Up to $25K escrow value
- 5 milestone tracking
- Photo/video verification
- Basic support
Professional
- Unlimited escrow value
- Unlimited milestones
- Independent inspections
- Priority support
- Dispute resolution included
Enterprise
- Multiple projects
- Volume discounts
- API integration
- Dedicated account manager
- Custom workflows
Seamless Integrations
Connect with your existing tools and payment methods
Payment Methods
Inspection Services
Project Management Tools
Ready to Protect Your Next Project?
Start securing your renovation payments with blockchain escrow today