About Cow Town Trades

I created Cow Town Trades because I was tired of searching for reliable companies on Google, Google Maps, Homestars etc. All the reviews seemed to be fake, or only the biggest names were pumped to the top of the searches. I want to provide a clean list of trustworthy companies for Calgarians to choose from.

I wanted businesses in the trades to have a place where valued customers can find them. Especially at an affordable rate with no BS. (basic is free)

I also wanted a place where customers can go, and know they are getting information from a locally trusted source. I don’t think any large, nationally run company can properly accommodate the needs we have as Calgarians.

 

Who are we, and why choose Cow Town Trades?

Focused, Local Listings

  • Cowtown Trades is dedicated specifically to Calgary-area trades and contracting services, eliminating irrelevant or out-of-area results and making it easier to find local providers fast.
  • Unlike Google or Yelp, where broader searches often yield non-local results, Cowtown Trades gives users confidence that every listing is relevant to Calgary.

Trustworthiness

  • A local directory can vet businesses more carefully, providing verified listings and ensuring only credible, trusted tradespeople and contractors are included.
  • Cowtown Trades could emphasize verified reviews or even certified profiles, adding a layer of trust that broader platforms often lack.

Community Centric Approach

  • A local directory supports the Calgary business community directly, keeping revenue and opportunities within the city.
  • Customers can feel good about supporting local tradespeople, and businesses benefit from being part of a Calgary-centered platform that understands local needs and trends.
  • Cow Town Trades also allows a platform for smaller start-up businesses that are just getting going, that don’t  have a website yet.

Tailored Search Features for Trades and Contracting

  • While Google or Yelp offer broad search filters, Cowtown Trades can be optimized with features unique to our great city, offering specific search filters. As a business owner, you can list in multiple categories and if you don’t see the one you like, we can add that for you.
  • The user experience is crafted with trades and contracting services in mind, helping users find exactly what they need faster.