# ContractorShield

> Protecting every dollar of your home renovation.

ContractorShield is a homeowner protection platform built for Miami-Dade County. We verify contractor licenses through Florida DBPR, hold payments in escrow until work is approved, and use AI to review contracts before you sign.

## What We Do

- **License Verification**: Instant lookup against Florida DBPR/CILB databases. Check any contractor's license status, insurance, complaints, and history.
- **Escrow Protection**: Your money is held in secure escrow. Payments are only released when you verify each milestone is complete.
- **AI Contract Review**: Upload your contractor's agreement and our AI flags red flags, missing protections, hidden fees, and unfair terms.
- **Project Dashboard**: Track your renovation from start to finish with milestones, photo documentation, and real-time progress.
- **Dispute Resolution**: If issues arise, our mediation team helps resolve disputes with full evidence tracking.
- **Community Reviews**: Verified reviews from real homeowners tied to real projects — no fake reviews.

## Key Facts

- Location: Miami-Dade County, Florida (expanding to Broward & Palm Beach)
- Problem: $300M+ lost to contractor fraud annually in Florida
- Target Market: 520,000+ owner-occupied households in Miami-Dade
- Pricing: Free tier (license verification), Pro $14.99/mo (escrow + AI), Business $49.99/mo (contractors)
- Website: https://mycontractorshield.com
- Email: support@mycontractorshield.com
- Instagram: @mycontractorshield
- Status: Coming Soon — accepting waitlist signups

## How It Works

1. **Verify** your contractor's license, insurance, and history
2. **Fund** your project escrow with milestone-based payments
3. **Track** progress with photo documentation and AI monitoring
4. **Approve** each milestone before funds are released
5. **Review** your contractor to help the community

## Technology

Built with Next.js, Supabase, Stripe Connect, Prisma, and AI-powered contract analysis. Integrates with Florida DBPR for real-time license verification.

## Contact

- Website: https://mycontractorshield.com
- Email: support@mycontractorshield.com
- Instagram: @mycontractorshield