Companies in Local Services
There are 29,884 companies in Local Services which include Urban Company, Rover, Yelp, Thumbtack, Livspace. 3,607 companies in Local Services are funded, with 1,254 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 15 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in Local Services (7,715), followed by India
(6,316), and then United Kingdom (2,308).
2026 has seen the creation of 29 Local Services companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 1,416 new companies launched every year. Most number of Local Services startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Harvard Business School and Harvard University.
Here is a List of top companies in Local Services
Provider of home maintenance repair and personal care service professionals. This business facilitates the booking of technicians for appliance repair, plumbing, electrical work, and cleaning tasks. It also connects individuals with practitioners for salon, spa, and grooming treatments performed at residential addresses. The service model coordinates scheduling for various household maintenance and wellness requirements.
Key facts about Urban Company
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Gurugram (India)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $376M
- Investors: Accel, Elevation Capital and 49 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Angel, Jun 29, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 88/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 1,170 Competitors
2. Rover
App-based pet sitting marketplace. The platform connects dog owners with dog sitters who look after pets at owners own homes. It allows users to find other pet-care service providers and book using the platform by making an online payment. Its service offerings include dog boarding, house sitting, dog walking, pet grooming, and more. The app is available for iOS and Android devices.
Key facts about Rover
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Olympia (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $409M
- Investors: Menlo Ventures, Madrona and 31 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Venture Debt, May 24, 2018, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 85/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 437 Competitors
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3. Yelp
Platform providing reviews and recommendations for local businesses and services. It allows users to discover restaurants, shops, and professionals based on community ratings and feedback. The platform helps businesses manage their profiles, respond to reviews, and connect with customers.
Key facts about Yelp
- Founded Year: 2004
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $56M
- Investors: Firsthand Technology Value Fund, Benchmark and 14 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Dec 2011, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 85/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 2,385 Competitors
4. Thumbtack
App based platform to connect users with local service professionals. The platform allows users to find, compare, and hire professionals for plumbing, house cleaning, landscaping, and photography. It allows customers to describe requirements in detail based on questions asked on the platform and it deliver custom quotes from vetted professionals. It enables users to compare prices, see reviews, and hire a professional online.
Key facts about Thumbtack
- Founded Year: 2008
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Series H
- Total Funding till date: $699M
- Investors: Sequoia Capital, Baillie Gifford and 23 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, Jul 31, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 83/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 521 Competitors
5. Livspace
Provider of interior design, renovation, and modular solutions for homes. They offer design, delivery, and installation of interiors for various spaces. Services include modular interiors, false ceilings, civil work, painting, electrical work, plumbing, flooring, and tiling. The company also provides online shopping for furniture and decor.
Key facts about Livspace
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Series F
- Total Funding till date: $512M
- Investors: Bessemer Venture Partners, Venturi Partners and 62 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, Feb 29, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 82/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 110 Competitors
