New directory screens contractors and service professionals in SW Fla.

Southwest Florida homeowners finally have a resource for pre-screened, reliable, licensed and insured contractors, Realtors and service companies for home improvements, home sales and home services.

The SWFL Service Directory was started by a group of professionals who understand the needs in this market.

Current market conditions have encouraged homeowners to remodel their homes instead of sell. Home values have fallen, leaving homeowners questioning what they should do. The good news for homeowners is that the value will return, if slowly. So what can a homeowner do to stick it out?

Until now, Southwest Florida homeowners haven't had a resource that they can depend on to find licensed and insured companies with good local reputations to hire to do all this work.

The SWFL Service Directory guarantees that all of its members are licensed and insured, with a good local reputation, which gives homeowners the ability to find an able contractor, realtor or service company who is following the rules and protecting the interest of the homeowner.

All prospective professional members of the SWFL Service Directory are thoroughly pre-screened for the proper credentials and reputation. Once a company is approved for membership, they are allowed to attend the monthly meetings, where they take part in training and on-going education on customer service issues and professional training, plus networking and interaction with other top trade experts.

The SWFL Service Directory can be found online at www.swflservicedirectory. com