Make the evidence easy to see.

Research evidence ranking

We assess candidate records using a 100-point evidence rubric. Display position is separate from this score. This measures the completeness of documented research. Unresolved credentials remain visible.

• Service-area evidence rechecked on a primary business source earns 40 points. Inherited coverage awaiting recheck earns zero.
• Dedicated trade fit earns 30 points. Related services within a broader trade earn 20.
• A freshly recorded snapshot on HomeStars, Houzz or Yellow Pages, linked directly to that platform, earns 20 points. Other recorded snapshots, including BestProsInTown, Birdeye and company widgets, earn 10. Unchecked inherited or absent snapshots earn zero.
• A recorded review dated within the 12 months ending November 8, 2026 earns 5 points. Missing dates earn zero.
• A current credential verified against an official registry earns 5 points. No current record has this verification.

Every listed business remains a candidate until its outstanding checks are resolved. Paid participation contributes zero points.

Our five-contractor target

Each city and trade page shows the number of available records and any shortfall. Our completed shortlist requires a public business website, public phone, a documented service and location match, and review evidence. Candidate records can appear with missing reviews clearly labelled while checks continue. Missing evidence is recorded as a gap.

Review snapshots

Ratings and counts remain attached to their source. Aggregator snapshots are labelled with that source. Missing review dates remain unknown. A business rating or award does not establish a current trade licence.

Credential checks

Company claims, independent corroboration and active official registry checks are different stages. Profile notes identify unresolved checks. Confirm the contractor and assigned professional are qualified for your scope before hiring.

Payment and independence

Contractors may pay for qualified referrals. Paid participation has no effect on editorial inclusion or rankings. Quote requests are emailed to Oshawa Drywall Repair for review. Permission is obtained before forwarding details to another contractor.