Home Startup Ideas

2 years ago

A “social network for the homeless”, which helps find shelter, food, and employment.

10,265

2 years ago

This is a service that allows you to make small repairs to your own car at home.

6,156

5 years ago

A startup that helps people figure out the best way to buy a house (e.g. whether to buy an older home or to renovate an existing one)

2,903

2 years ago

A place where you can find jobs you can do from home.

2,278

5 years ago

A startup that helps people draw up plans for their dream home and then helps them find contractors to build it

1,816

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service to help people with physical disabilities exercise at home

1,153

4 years ago

A platform that pairs people who have a spare room in their home with those who need a place to stay.

1,121

5 years ago

This startup has built a medical app to help in-home care providers manage their client’s data.

897

5 years ago

A platform to help people find the best care for the elderly, with a focus on home healthcare.

894

4 years ago

A startup for tracking your home energy efficiency for free.

781

5 years ago

A startup that sells furniture for people who live in tiny homes

745

5 years ago

A company that sends physical boxes to your home or work after you place an order on their website. The boxes are filled with the product you’ve ordered and then shipped back to you.

716

5 years ago

A startup that aims to take care of your apartment while you’re away. InstaHome provides cleaning services, maintenance, and security for your apartment, with plans starting at $16 per month.

708

2 years ago

A startup that allows users to rent their homes or apartments via a service similar to Airbnb.

697

5 years ago

A startup that creates online courses that teach people how to do common home repairs

600

3 years ago

A company that allows customers to order groceries online, and has a network of home-delivery drivers who fulfill them.

599

4 years ago

A software company that makes a device that allows users to monitor their home energy use and adjust it remotely.

534

5 years ago

A startup that wants to sell insurance to people who own property, and who want to protect it in the event of a fire. The startup has already built a platform for homeowners to claim their coverage, but needs to raise $5 million to build out a back-end system and additional products.

510

5 years ago

A way to help people navigate the process of buying a home.

509

3 years ago

A platform for booking and selling home services like plumbing and electrical repairs.

497

2 years ago

A home energy management system that maintains energy consumption and utility bills, with a focus on extending availability of hot water and A/C.

442

4 years ago

People love their pets, but when it comes to veterinary care, there’s a shortage of vets, and a high cost. PetMeds is building a subscription service that integrates with veterinarians to deliver pharmaceuticals and supplies to pets at home, where they can get better care and less expensively.

394

5 years ago

This startup that wants to let people earn money from their home by offering a variety of on-demand services.

371

5 years ago

A startup that’s helping power outages by letting people share their homes’ energy usage with others and get compensated for it.

365

2 years ago

An in-home health and safety device that connects to smart home services to provide peace of mind.

357

5 years ago

A startup that uses 3d printing to create custom constructed homes for people who need homes quickly

349

4 years ago

A startup that aims to create a “digital wallet for the home”, allowing you to pay for products and services using apps on your phone.

344

5 years ago

A company that helps the homeless get jobs. This startup helps them find jobs by helping them get onto the web.

332

3 years ago

A startup that helps the elderly stay in their homes longer by connecting them with caregivers.

321

4 years ago

A startup that aims to make the process of building a home more efficient. It connects users with professional contractors and helps them find the best contractor for their needs.

318

5 years ago

A tool for real estate agents that helps them track and communicate with all the different people involved in a home buying process.

313

4 years ago

A startup that aims to help parents get their kid’s homework done. The company builds a platform for teachers to provide online computing to students via web-based apps.

305

5 years ago

A company that sells modular home accessories designed to make building a home more efficient.

300

5 years ago

This startup wants to build a service that will help homeowners learn more about energy efficiency.

295

4 years ago

New York City’s drone delivery startup. The startup wants to get packages from warehouses to homes in a half hour.

292

2 years ago

A smartphone application for parents that combines social networking and education. Parents can use it to share information with their children about their social lives, and also keep track of things like homework.

292

5 years ago

A company that creates smart home accessories and technology for people who don’t want to deal with the technology themselves.

278

4 years ago

A startup which helps users track their homes’ energy usage, helping them to plan how to pay for energy and save money.

275

2 years ago

A startup that makes it easier for people to find a place to stay while traveling. They currently focus on hostels and hotels, but also offer a “home stay” option for people who prefer a less-traditional roof over their head.

274

4 years ago

A meal delivery app for consumers who want healthy food at home.

270

4 years ago

Home automation startup that wants to help people manage their home energy usage with a mobile app.

270

3 years ago

A startup for people who want to rent out their living room, garage or basement space to Airbnb/VRBO/HomeAway-like home-sharing services in cities across the US.

264

4 years ago

A startup that helps you find out exactly how much your home is worth. It’s a handy way to compare properties in your area.

263

4 years ago

The company is building a platform that will allow people to land on a page with a listing of homes for sale, to create a profile, and then receive a personalized email to show homes that match their preferences.

262

4 years ago

A platform for homes where homeowners can share tools and services, and get paid for doing so, similar to AirBnB.

262

5 years ago

A company that helps match people who have the same taste, background, and interests to make it easier to find collaborators, whether it’s for a band or a new home.

260

5 years ago

A company that designs, manufactures, and sells wireless sensors that can be used to detect motion, temperature, and moisture in homes and offices.

255

4 years ago

A tool for ordering food from home, selling it to neighbors, and then delivering it.

255

2 years ago

A company that wants to help people find the right providers for everything from babysitters to home services.

255

5 years ago

A monthly subscription service that sends home delivery and grocery shopping to your doorstep.

253

5 years ago

Bots that make the complex work of managing a home remodeling project more manageable. The company is working with HVAC contractors and property managers to aggregate data from hundreds of homes to help them do a better job of forecasting and managing their projects.

252

5 years ago

Company that will help people buy and sell homes using their mobile phones.

249

5 years ago

A platform for managing connected devices in the home, that connects devices to a single hub.

248

4 years ago

A startup that lets users select a theme for their home. It’s a web-based app that lets users customize their home’s look and layout via a user-controlled interface.

243

2 years ago

A not-for-profit organization that helps homeless veterans find and purchase homes. They are working to help veterans transition back into civilian life.

243

4 years ago

A platform that allows users to store and manage their tiny home remotely. It’s like Airbnb for tiny homes.

240

2 years ago

An online marketplace that matches consumers with home sellers. The startup is looking to take the model of Airbnb, and allow people to list their homes for sale, or rent them out.

239

4 years ago

A startup that wants to help employers prevent employee fraud by allowing them to manage their work-from-home policy and budget via a mobile app.

237

4 years ago

A mobile app that connects restaurants with nearby drivers, who can pick up and drop off diners on their way home.

237

5 years ago

A social network that lets users find homes for pets

236

4 years ago

An AI with a mobile app that helps homeowners sell their unused real estate.

236

4 years ago

A platform that allows landlords to manage their rental units, connecting them to homebuyers and letting agents. The pitch is that it gives landlords a new way to run their business, helping them collect rent and keep track of their properties. It’s available in the UK and Australia at the moment, although they’re looking to expand internationally.

235

2 years ago

A startup for homeowners to negotiate the terms of a renovation project through a combination of price quotes and time estimates.

234

4 years ago

A "smart home monitoring" startup focused on energy efficiency. It's currently in a pre-launch stage, with a device that allows users to remotely turn off lights and lock doors with a smartphone, and the company says it has acquired $2.4 million in seed funding

232

5 years ago

A company that helps people who want to be independent living at home avoid the costs associated with needing an in-home caregiver.

231

2 years ago

A startup that connects home improvement teams with consumers who need help with their projects.

230

4 years ago

A home delivery service for groceries, fully automated. Currently working in San Francisco.

229

4 years ago

A platform that connects builders and homeowners, allowing for customized and unique designs.

228

3 years ago

Startup that wants to use AI and big data to help predict and prevent home fires.

228

4 years ago

A startup that provides a “digital home” where someone can design and build a custom home online, and then have it shipped to them. The startup creates a 3D model of the house, and then puts it into a CAD program, which allows them to directly see the design, and put in every detail.

227

4 years ago

This startup aims to bring a more human-centric approach to home security, offering a combination of a smart lock, a door sensor, and a camera.

227

2 years ago

A tool that helps companies create a home for their product data so that it doesn’t get lost behind multiple walls.

226

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people can book a trainer to come to their home and workout with them

220

4 years ago

A personal financing tool that helps consumers save for retirement, borrow against their homes, refinance student loans, and reduce debt.

220

5 years ago

A startup that allows users to hire someone to help them organize their home

219

5 years ago

An ecommerce platform for the Chinese market, allowing customers to purchase items online without leaving home.

217

5 years ago

A startup that connects restaurants with home delivery services, so that customers can order food that’s ready when they get it. The startup has already raised $2.4 million in funding.

217

4 years ago

A startup that aims to reduce the cost of renting out a house while also making it easier for homeowners to rent out properties through apps and online portals.

217

4 years ago

The startup makes on-demand cleaners available for home services, largely to help cities manage their waste. By putting the service in the hands of users, it helps cities cut costs and be more efficient.

216

4 years ago

A startup that’s working on building a “smart home-building platform” that uses AI and sensors to optimize energy usage.

216

5 years ago

Mobile app for home cleaning services.

215

5 years ago

This startup wants to bring more transparency to online rental listings by creating a search engine that sorts and ranks homes based on their location, amenities, and price, as well as the number of reviews they have.

215

4 years ago

A startup that promises to be able to show its customers how to save money by optimizing their home’s energy consumption.

214

4 years ago

This startup is building a smart home device that automatically detects and prevents fires. The company is looking to raise $100,000.

213

5 years ago

A startup that creates a directory of local home repair experts so people can find someone to do small home repairs

211

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service to help people design their home

210

4 years ago

A startup that helps you find contractors for construction, home repairs, or even getting a new dog sitter.

210

4 years ago

A tool that lets retailers build out-of-home experiences.

209

3 years ago

A startup that acts as a broker for the sale of private homes and holiday rentals. Founded in 2016, it has 1,000+ customers in the UK.

209

5 years ago

A startup that helps the homeless and mentally ill get connected to services.

207

4 years ago

The world’s first interactive robot taxidermist. It combines 3D scanning technology and a robotic arm to automatically fuse together a stuffed creature out of real animal parts. The startup says the process is simple for consumers to use, and can be done from their homes.

206

4 years ago

In a bid to improve the lives of the elderly, Inmar is building a platform for home care services that focuses on four areas:

206

4 years ago

A startup for people who want to renovate their home, and need a contractor.

206

4 years ago

A way to manage your child’s homework, with a feature for tracking progress, formative feedback, and a way to customize lessons for individual kids.

203

4 years ago

A platform that connects contractors with homeowners looking for work. The company aims to offer a turnkey service to contractors by connecting them to homeowners.

202

4 years ago

A platform for the delivery of home services, such as cleaning or fixing your AC.

202

4 years ago

A home security app that aims to make it easier for residents to keep track of the people and things entering their homes.

201

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where parents in China can pay to have someone with a degree in education check their kid’s homework

200

4 years ago

A company that manufactures unique air filters for the home.

200

4 years ago

A platform that helps first-time homebuyers finance their first home.

200

4 years ago

A home improvement mobile app, based on the target market of the US' vast DIYer and home improvement market.

200

4 years ago

A real estate brokerage that helps people buy and sell homes in Brazil. The startup makes it possible to get an apartment in Brazil in under 30 minutes. It currently has 1,500 agents, but wants to expand to other countries.

199

2 years ago

Helps smart homes connect to each other and to the internet.

199

5 years ago

A startup that helps people who are buying or selling real estate to find local contractors to do work on their home

198

4 years ago

A product that enables buyers to save money when buying a home.

198

4 years ago

A platform that enables people to rent out their homes to visitors. They’re building a platform that will let people rent out their homes to strangers or friends for short-term stays, and take care of the expenses for guests.

198

4 years ago

A company building tools for the home that can be used to monitor and control energy consumption.

198

3 years ago

A startup that sends groceries to users' homes. In its first week, the app was used to send 5,000 orders.

196

4 years ago

A startup that is building a “sharing economy” platform for home rentals, where people can post their homes for free and offer them for short-term rentals.

195

4 years ago

A startup that helps people who don’t want to leave their house and travel to a remote server to control their home. For instance, they can open their front door, see if their dog is barking, and see how far away it is from their neighbor’s home.

195

4 years ago

A startup that aims to give you a better way to pay for a home’s mortgage. It’s a mobile app that lets you see, manage, and pay for your home’s mortgage from your phone.

195

5 years ago

A startup that will come to your home with a drone and take pictures of your house

194

5 years ago

Idea: A company that helps homeowners who are selling their home make it look its best for buyers, cutting their job out of the real estate sales process. The startup has raised $150,000 in the last month.

194

4 years ago

A mobile app that allows people to measure how much energy they are using, from the comfort of their own home, for a small fee.

194

3 years ago

An on-demand cleaning service that rents cleaning crews to clean the homes of people who book through the company’s app.

193

5 years ago

A platform for managing and sharing your home’s interior design.

192

5 years ago

An online marketplace for people to list real estate in their homes for sale or rent.

192

4 years ago

A startup that helps home and business owners find and book contractors and services (like plumbers and electricians) online.

192

3 years ago

An email and social network for people to create and share plans for their home renovation projects.

192

4 years ago

A startup that sells a USB-connected device that allows you to remotely control your home’s lights and television, and allow users to launch and log into apps on their phones.

191

5 years ago

This startup is building a comprehensive online marketplace for the sale of assets like real estate and cars. The startup is focused on rural markets like India, where the costs of buying and selling homes and commodities is often prohibitively high.

189

4 years ago

A startup that’s building a platform for connecting medical devices and home medical services to help people avoid hospitalizations for respiratory illnesses.

189

4 years ago

A web-based personal trainer that creates workouts on demand for people who want to do it in their own homes

187

5 years ago

A startup that delivers a box of things to do when you’re bored at home

186

5 years ago

A platform that allows people to monitor and control their home environment. Their central product is an IoT hub that collects data from things like lights, thermostat, and leak detectors, then sends it to a smartphone app.

186

5 years ago

A company that wants to be the “Uber of home security”, letting people pay for home security devices with their credit cards and then let the company handle the rest. The company has raised $10 million in a Series A.

186

4 years ago

A startup that provides homeowners with discounted rates for insurance and home repairs.

186

4 years ago

A fixer-upper app, with a focus on home renovations. Founded by a pair of ex-Googlers, it allows users to record their repairs on a map to see how they match up with others.

186

2 years ago

A startup that’s looking to replace the paper nurse call sheets and patient logs with a digital solution that can be accessed by employees at home or on the go via a smartphone app.

186

5 years ago

Find and book a personal chef, who then delivers food to your home. The startup has raised $1.4 million in seed funding.

185

4 years ago

A credit app that allows you to save money on your utility bills by charging you for times when you don’t use your home.

185

5 years ago

Business software for the home that allows homeowners to manage their utilities. The company’s founders say they’re targeting the $80 billion home and building automation space.

184

4 years ago

A global real estate marketplace for global investors. The startup wants to revolutionize the way homebuyers and sellers transact, and have raised $6 million.

184

3 years ago

An IoT platform for tracking and managing the temperature and moisture levels in your home so you can manage heating and cooling costs.

184

4 years ago

A company that delivers on-demand, customizable home services, like plumbing, cleaning and lawn care.

183

4 years ago

- "We are building a service to help people find out where to buy a home and how much it will cost.

183

5 years ago

The aim is to let consumers to pay for a 3D-printed object. One feature is that the 3D-printed object is scanned and then the user can print out an accurate digital version they can then use in their homes.

182

4 years ago

A home monitoring system for seniors with the goal of helping them live independently for longer.

182

5 years ago

A startup that provides a directory of contractors for people who are looking for a contractor to do work on their home

181

4 years ago

A startup that helps homebuyers find the best rates on mortgages. Users can compare rates and get quotes in 30 seconds or less.

181

3 years ago

This startup is looking to build an “Uber for home cleaning”, with an app that lets people request a deep clean from their housemate, and a dedicated cleaning crew for that home.

181

5 years ago

A startup for home buyers and sellers to find and hire contractors to do things like paint or tile their homes. The company is currently in an early stage of fundraising.

179

3 years ago

A startup for in-home personal trainers, with a touch of gamification to keep people motivated through a subscription service

179

5 years ago

A tool for helping physicians see patients via video conference from their home office.

178

4 years ago

A startup that wants to create a complete “smart home for the car”. The company wants to make it easier for people to manage their smart home devices from a single dashboard.

178

5 years ago

A new type of virtual reality experience, where people can interact with others in a “virtual school” or “virtual community” without leaving their own home.

177

4 years ago

A startup using crowd funding to raise money for a home automation platform.

177

5 years ago

A platform to help the world’s refugees find homes. It’s currently in beta.

176

3 years ago

This startup wants to let people sell unused home appliances and cut down on the waste.

176

5 years ago

A startup that helps people find new homes, apartments or roommates on behalf of landlords

175

5 years ago

A startup that allows people to rent their homes to Airbnb hosts on a per-night basis, charging a fee to those hosts.

175

5 years ago

A delivery app that lets couriers send beer and wine deliveries to people’s homes for the same cost as ordering a pizza.

175

5 years ago

A startup that helps people who have bought a home and are moving in, and then helps them find a contractor to make small home improvements

174

5 years ago

A startup that helps companies support their employees’ work-life balance by allowing them to work at home.

174

4 years ago

A peer-to-peer housing marketplace, where people can find roommates or share their own home for cheaper rates.

174

4 years ago

A way to make and manage home services, including maids, lawn mowers and more.

174

5 years ago

A startup based out of Israel that’s building an online platform to help people with their homework.

173

5 years ago

A software platform that helps people shop for second-hand furniture and home decor

173

4 years ago

A platform for home cleaning services that intelligently schedules around the user’s schedule and behavior. The startup wants to make the service “seamlessly integrated” into your home and your life.

173

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people can rent a home in a foreign country with other

172

5 years ago

A startup that sells a device that measures the humidity in your home and helps you manage your dry air

172

5 years ago

A software company that helps advocates for the homeless, veterans, and other vulnerable populations track the status of their cases with the government.

172

5 years ago

A social network for home improvement contractors to compare and rate each other’s work.

172

5 years ago

This startup is looking to bring Airbnb-style home sharing to the US.

172

5 years ago

A voice-activated assistant to handle different aspects of a person’s life by connecting to their bank account, home automation, and messaging/calling services.

172

5 years ago

A platform that helps people find jobs that they can work from home, where they don’t have to pay for a whole office.

172

5 years ago

A digital platform for the home, with an API to help developers build apps and integrate with smart home devices.

171

5 years ago

If you own a home in the US, you can log into an app and see what the utilities are costing you in real time. However, the founders say that households throughout the world can benefit from a similar application.

171

4 years ago

A platform that allows real estate agents to list properties for sale and rent via a mobile app. The startup is trying to connect home sellers and renters directly, rather than using a broker.

171

5 years ago

A startup that sells a service to help people who have been evicted from their home find a new place to live

170

5 years ago

A platform that allows people to rent out spare bedrooms and/or spare bedrooms with other household members. It’s designed to help people earn additional income from their homes while also giving their families the chance to stay in their homes in times of need.

170

5 years ago

Bringing good food to your kitchen and your home.

170

3 years ago

A digital service that connects homeowners with a mortgage broker.

169

2 years ago

A local service that gives kids and families access to language classes, homeschooling, and tutoring through video and computer screen time. The startup is based in Austin, Texas and has 4 employees.

169

5 years ago

This startup wants to improve the process of buying and selling homes by using algorithms, AI, and machine learning to make the process faster and more transparent.

168

5 years ago

A company that helps home builders like ApartmentPlace, ApartmentGuide, and Zumper create a single-page listing that embeds all of their properties into an app that they can distribute through the Apple Store and Google Play.

168

5 years ago

A “smart mirror” for the home that helps people track their sleep quality, with an optional “sleep coach” feature.

168

4 years ago

A startup that’s looking to build a chatbot that can serve as a digital concierge for your home. The startup is already working with a few dozen home service providers to offer its AI-powered service.

168

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who are interested in learning how to do their own home repairs

167

5 years ago

A startup that makes a universal remote that can control all the devices in your home

167

5 years ago

A startup that aims to take the power out of microgrids and put it into the hands of consumers. The startup is working on a battery pack with solar panels that can be installed on the rooftops of homes and offices and be used to supply electricity for a certain period of time, much like a powerbank.

167

3 years ago

An online tool for finding homes for sale in the U.S.

167

5 years ago

A startup that lets users create a database of their home inventory so they can easily sell their home if they need to move

166

5 years ago

A smart home server that can automate and integrate a person’s personal devices (lights, thermostat, etc.). The company is also an app developer, with a marketplace for other companies to integrate with their products.

166

4 years ago

A camera-based artificial intelligence system for the home that offers an AI-powered personal assistant to control your lights and other home automation devices.

166

5 years ago

A startup that is building an alternative repository to Airbnb for people to find rentable resources This includes everything from homes to lawn mowers, from the startup’s own website

165

5 years ago

A real estate website, with listings for apartments, houses, and condos, as well as a guide to nearby amenities and things to do in the area. The company wants to be one of the tools that helps people buy a home, and then helps them settle in.

165

5 years ago

A company that helps with home repairs and renovations, letting customers research and book local contractors

165

5 years ago

Similar to Airbnb, this company aims to connect homeowners with travelers looking for places to stay.

165

5 years ago

Teamwork makes the corporate office a coworking space, allowing employees to work together from home.

165

5 years ago

Builds a simple, secure, and anonymous way to rent out a private room in your home.

165

5 years ago

A B2B platform for women to find and book professional services for their homes.

165

5 years ago

A smart home system that uses AI to manage lighting, connected devices, and thermostats.

165

3 years ago

A company that builds software for managing a home's energy and water usage, which is controlled via mobile devices.

165

5 years ago

A tool to help teachers grade homework by grading it automatically, in real time.

164

5 years ago

A real estate technology company that helps agents across the country with their home shopping and marketing needs.

164

4 years ago

A company that builds and manages a more secure and efficient way to pay bills for homeowners and businesses.

164

5 years ago

A Waze for real estate. This startup wants to help people find the right home for them, and sellers get access to a broader set of buyers.

163

5 years ago

A real estate focused business that connects tenants and landlords. The startup is a bit like Rocket Mortgage, a company that helps people with bad credit refinance their home loans — the startup’s focus is more on the landlord side of the equation. The startup charges a monthly fee of $50 for their service.

163

5 years ago

A platform that connects homeless and low-income people to home-ownership programs

163

5 years ago

This is a startup that’s building an app and platform to help people in countries like India save money on their utility bills by installing solar panels on their homes, which are already building excess energy into the grid.

163

4 years ago

A startup that aims to help employees manage their work from home workflows on Slack, Github, and other services.

163

4 years ago

This startup is building a platform that lets users scan in their groceries, learn how much it costs, and then print the bill at home.

163

5 years ago

A startup that helps people set up their first home gym Sells mats, weights, kettlebells, etc

162

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people can rent out air mattresses in their homes when they’re traveling

162

5 years ago

A startup working on a program to prevent water damage in homes.

162

5 years ago

A platform for sharing home services and letting customers compare costs and quality.

162

3 years ago

App that maps out your home’s electricity usage by appliance.

162

3 years ago

A pitch from a pair of former YC founders, who say they’re using self-driving cars to help Detroit’s homeless.

162

3 years ago

A startup that’s building a “smart home” system that manages energy usage and cost.

162

5 years ago

A startup that wants to help people find and hire home cleaners who are local, and who have the right experience. They want to help the market for home cleaning, which often lacks liquidity, by bringing order and transparency to the market.

161

5 years ago

A platform for finding home cleaners that an individual can use to set up recurring cleaning appointments.

161

5 years ago

A real estate agent with a smartphone app that helps home-owners connect with contractors.

161

5 years ago

An education platform that teaches women about safety in the home. It’s currently in private beta with select customers.

161

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people can rent out their unused vacation home for 2 weeks a year and make extra money

160

5 years ago

A way for people to rent out their spare bedrooms and living rooms on Airbnb, or even to create an entire home on the platform.

160

5 years ago

A real estate marketplace for people looking to buy or sell a home.

160

5 years ago

A real estate company that helps buyers find homes in the best neighborhoods, comparing homes to similar homes in the past.

160

5 years ago

A startup that sells a $100 smart plug that does everything from controlling the lights in your home to allowing the owner to read text messages on their smartphone from anywhere.

160

4 years ago

Philadelphia is home to many notable media companies, including:

160

5 years ago

A startup that provides a convenient way for property owners to rent out their homes on a short-term basis

159

5 years ago

The San Francisco Bay Area is home to more than 200 companies that have received a total of more than $80 billion in venture capital funding as of Q3 2017.

159

5 years ago

Food delivery and home services in India with no delivery fees. The startup is looking to deliver a wide range of goods, from food to cleaning products, from thousands of businesses that have been vetted by the company.

159

5 years ago

A tool that allows you to create and sell virtualized physical objects, like a virtual home, or a virtual gym.

159

3 years ago

A platform that helps you get your home ready for sale by taking pictures of it, writing a description and uploading it to a marketplace where buyers can view the home through a smartphone app.

159

3 years ago

A startup for your home, including repairs.

159

3 years ago

A startup for the homeless, letting them order food via text message and pick it up at a central hub.

159

3 years ago

A startup whose product is a smart-home security system that monitors your home and sends alerts to your cell phone if anything goes wrong.

159

5 years ago

A startup that builds smart, weatherproof and green homes in the US, and sells them to people for $5,000.

158

5 years ago

A digital store for home users of medical equipment

158

5 years ago

This startup wants to bring robotics to the home, allowing you to connect your computer to a robot arm that can grab things like food and medicine, and do the things you don’t want to do.

158

5 years ago

A startup for home services and maintenance, with a focus on big ticket items like HVAC and plumbing.

158

5 years ago

A new app that turns your phone into a high-tech thermostat so you can set it and forget it. The app talks to the temperature sensors in your home and adjusts your system to your energy usage and comfort level.

158

5 years ago

A company that looks to take the data from the medical devices in your home and learn what your body needs to stay healthy. CIMA aims to build an AI-powered platform that can help you better manage all your health data, and then recommend medications based on what your body needs.

158

5 years ago

This startup is building a way to find homes to rent on a per-minute basis for under $1 a minute.

158

5 years ago

A startup that makes it easier for consumers to find quality products for their homes. Its app is similar to Amazon’s Dash, but for finding products in a physical store.

158

5 years ago

A startup that helps people set up and maintain a home security system in their own homes, and is being marketed towards DIYers.

158

5 years ago

A startup helping real estate agents sell homes by providing a marketplace for their clients to find a buyer.

158

5 years ago

A smart home monitoring system that can send alerts about smoke and carbon monoxide leaks in a home.

158

5 years ago

A startup that provides people with a custom-made suit and then sends a tailor to their home to help them get fitted

157

5 years ago

A startup that make a tool that allows you to make your home automation system available on the open web

157

5 years ago

Smart locks that let you control your home from anywhere with a smartphone

157

5 years ago

An on-demand home health care service, built on the promise that “people don’t want to be dependent on others” and the idea that “your doctor is your friend”. The startup is currently in 10 markets with plans to expand to 10 more markets.

157

5 years ago

A startup that wants to help connect apartment tenants with home repair services.

157

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service to help people with their immigration paperwork (basically lawyer) A startup that provides an alternative to Airbnb for people to rent out their homes (which they are not living in)

156

5 years ago

The idea is to redefine the way people think of and approach real estate as a place to live. The company plans to use marketing, design, and data to help people make smarter choices about their homes.

156

5 years ago

Designing new, custom-made furniture for the home. The startup is working with builders and architects to create bespoke furnishings for the home.

156

5 years ago

A venture-backed startup that’s building a platform for home builders that helps them manage their quality assurance, build projects faster, and reduce costs.

156

5 years ago

A home assistant that can help you control home appliances, data, and entertainment from your phone.

156

5 years ago

Marketplace for home repair, including licensed contractors.

156

5 years ago

A platform for building applications for homeowners using the Nest thermostat.

156

3 years ago

A new tool for home brewing that makes it easy for people to brew beer for the first time

156

5 years ago

A startup that sells the homes of people who are traveling abroad for long periods of time and stay

155

5 years ago

A startup for home-based businesses that connects them with customers, and gives them a way to find people to hire.

155

5 years ago

The company is building a platform that will allow users to take a picture of the items in their home and have it translated into a virtual reality experience.

155

5 years ago

A tool that helps people find and hire contractors, as a way to streamline home-improvement projects.

155

5 years ago

An AI-powered chatbot that will guide buyers through the home buying process, with an interface that is designed to make the experience very similar to that of a real agent. The startup believes that this will lead to a significant increase in home sales.

155

5 years ago

A speech recognition app that helps users get around in their home.

155

4 years ago

For better or worse, a startup that sells “smart furniture”. The startup is building furniture that works alongside existing home automation technology and also lets you control it with your smart phone.

155

3 years ago

A startup focused on building tech for homes in India. The startup wants to enable a system through which families can track their energy consumption, water usage, and air quality.

155

3 years ago

A startup for people who want to buy or sell their homes online. The startup aims to be the Amazon of home sales, specifically in the high-end market.

155

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people who are interested in buying a home can hire someone to walk through homes that are for sale to tell them if they’re a good fit

154

5 years ago

A startup that provides an online marketplace for services that help to find apartments for people who would otherwise be homeless

154

5 years ago

A company that builds smart machines so that robots can help people in their homes

154

5 years ago

Smartphones, tablets, and laptops have all become computers. This startup wants to make the home a computer. The company is based in San Francisco. The company’s name comes from the idea that a home computer is the center of the home.

153

5 years ago

A mobile app that allows customers to book services from home doctors. They’re also focusing on providing privacy for health services, by ensuring that the doctor never sees the patient’s name, phone number, or address. The company is currently working with a hospital in NY.

153

5 years ago

This startup is building an AI that responds to big data and has the ability to make last minute changes to a home’s heating and cooling systems.

153

5 years ago

A voice-activated, speaker-free assistant for your smart home

153

5 years ago

A kitchen system called the “KitchenPod” that’s meant to let you cook, then take the result home for later. The kitchen has a base unit, and a separate pod that connects to a smartphone. The fridge is connected to the base unit via Bluetooth, so it can track things like what you’re eating and how much of it you’re eating. When the pod is connected to the base unit, it can track the fridge’s temperature, as well as how much food it’s holding.

153

5 years ago

Trunkable wants to build a web-based home that can be rented as a vacation home.

153

5 years ago

A personal cloud for home security.

153

4 years ago

This startup wants to be the Amazon of the home. The idea is to make a marketplace for house-goods, where sellers can list what they have and buyers can filter options and place orders.

153

4 years ago

A free anonymous email account for the homeless, and a way to use email from the homeless in the workforce.

153

2 years ago

A tool to help real estate agents market and sell homes more effectively, helping to reduce the “pain” of selling a home.

153

2 years ago

A startup that helps people earn extra money from home by paying them to do things like taking care of their pets or cleaning their houses.

153

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people can get a haircut from the comfort of their own home (you visit their home and they cut your hair)

152

5 years ago

A startup that helps people find and buy homes for $1,000, and is backed by former President Bill Clinton.

152

5 years ago

A product that helps people determine the right time to move homes.

152

5 years ago

A platform for volunteer-powered projects that allows citizens to crowdsource solutions to local problems. It helps cities and nonprofits connect with volunteers to solve challenges like pollution, hunger, homelessness.

152

5 years ago

A platform for managing, sharing, and tracking home improvement projects, with a focus on DIYers.

151

5 years ago

A system for home health aides to manage their clients’ care from anywhere.

151

5 years ago

A startup for short-term rentals. The startup helps vacation homeowners skip the traditional agency process and run their own rentals on their own terms.

151

5 years ago

A platform to help people buy and sell homes in the US. The company is currently building a platform that will make it easier for people to sell their houses on their own.

151

5 years ago

A startup that aims to replace on-demand laundry services with in-home washing and cleaning.

150

5 years ago

This startup is working on a new way to manage storage for in-home vaults, which it plans to eventually work with banks and other large financial institutions as well.

150

4 years ago

A company that connects retail stores with talented baristas. The startup offers the ability to get coffee from the comfort of one’s own home, and pay with a credit card.

150

4 years ago

A platform for managing IoT devices. The startup wants to provide a platform for managing connected devices for smart homes, offices, etc.

150

3 years ago

This startup helps people who are interested in purchasing homes find the best deals. The company helps people find homes by connecting them with licensed agents who can show them homes that are on the market.

150

3 years ago

A real estate startup that focuses on the needs of first time home buyers.

150

5 years ago

A startup that sells a collection of various items to help people organize their home

149

5 years ago

A startup that allows people to rent their home to travelers for a period of time when they’re not using it

149

5 years ago

A different kind of charging station for electric vehicles, focusing on the home. Rather than wirelessly charging vehicles, the startup's stations are stationary and have a separate charging port for plugging in phones and tablets.

149

5 years ago

A wearable sensor that helps detect motion and alert you when someone is approaching your home.

149

5 years ago

Localized and hand-curated content for small businesses, such as a website’s homepage, blog, and store.

149

5 years ago

A tool to help people buy and sell homes in different cities, in a way that’s similar to e-commerce. It’s currently in private beta.

149

5 years ago

A way to let people crowdsource their ideas (like Kickstarter) from the comfort of their home, where they can focus on the creative process without having to deal with logistics.

148

5 years ago

A startup building a location-based app to help homebuyers and sellers find each other.

148

3 years ago

This is a platform that helps companies that want to start a business in a location they’re not in, find an employee in that place and work together remotely. They handle everything from recruiting to HR to employee pay, with the employee paid the same rate in their home country as the company is. The company is profitable, with $2M in recurring revenue and $1M in ARR and growing.

148

5 years ago

A startup that helps people who live in tiny homes learn how to be more efficient with their space

147

5 years ago

A company that brings internet of things-style technology to the previously non-internet-connected, like home appliances. It’s a home monitoring hub that allows you to control things like your lights and heating from your smartphone.

147

5 years ago

A startup building an in-home showroom for buying, selling, and renting real estate. Starting at $5,000 up to $25,000, the company is currently operating in the Washington D.C. area.

147

5 years ago

The startup offers a service for home healthcare providers to create a payment plan for clients and get paid over time. It’s a service that competes with services like Care.com.

147

5 years ago

A B2B company that helps people sell their homes by taking photos, sending listings, and handling payments.

147

5 years ago

A social network for people who work from home. The startup is built for those who want to bring more community into their lives, helping them to connect with others who have similar jobs.

147

5 years ago

A Facebook Messenger bot to order groceries from local stores and deliver them to your home. The company launched in 2017 as a way to increase delivery speeds, with the goal being to make deliveries within 30 minutes of the order being placed.

147

5 years ago

This startup wants to help first-time home buyers who don’t have the money for down payments. It’s hoping to help people who have saved for years but still need a bit more cash to close on a home. It wants to take a few thousand dollars and give it to the buyer.

147

5 years ago

The startup uses AI to guide you through the process of buying a home, starting with a base salary and home costs, then dividing up the costs per square foot and getting a personal loan.

147

5 years ago

A home energy service software company that helps users track and manage their energy usage in real-time. Anyone can install the service, which allows users to subscribe to a specific time frame or a whole week and pay $5 to $8 per day. Meant to help people save money on their energy costs.

147

5 years ago

A startup in India that helps manage the relationships between home builders and contractors.

147

3 years ago

In the next several years, traditional brick and mortar stores might start to be replaced by online shops, like Zara and H&M. But instead of going to an actual store and waiting in line, online shoppers can order and pick up products from home in mere minutes. Joy is building a way for online stores to connect with customers and handle inventory for them, giving shoppers with no employees the experience of shopping in person.

147

5 years ago

A startup that connects users with local experts to help with everything from home projects to personal finance.

146

5 years ago

A network of community-based care providers that helps seniors stay in their homes. The startup has raised $24 million to date.

146

5 years ago

A home cleaning startup that’s focused on getting people to do more of their own house cleaning.

146

5 years ago

Home security startup that uses geofencing to detect when burglars are in or near the home.

146

5 years ago

A platform that lets home buyers and sellers trade home inspections.

146

5 years ago

This startup wants to let people buy and sell their old electronics in their own homes. The company’s goals are to make it easier to resell items, and to educate people about how they can reduce their clutter.

146

5 years ago

A startup that sells modular smart-home devices aimed at delivering better ‘integrated’ home technology.

146

4 years ago

A startup that lets you split your take home pay between your employer and your spouse.

146

3 years ago

A startup that’s helping small businesses work out of their homes, with the goal of making it more easy for small businesses to work remotely, with lower start-up costs and lower overhead than a traditional office space.

146

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who want to sell their stuff The service will come to their home and photograph their stuff and list it on online marketplaces

145

5 years ago

A startup that creates a “personalized customer journey” for a customer that goes through a number of services in their home, including electricians, cleaners, and more.

145

5 years ago

This startup is building a telepresence technology that allows you to virtually work from home.

145

5 years ago

An on-demand marketplace for your home, pitched as a more effective, more satisfying alternative to Airbnb.

145

5 years ago

Helps employees take their work home, work remotely, or set meetings via messenger with up to four people.

145

5 years ago

A DIY platform for home repairs, from painting to drywall installation to building a deck. The company wants to make it as simple as possible to have something built and out the door.

145

5 years ago

This is a company building a platform where an existing customer can find and hire a contractor to repair or remodel a specific item in their home. It’s a marketplace for homeowners looking to hire contractors, and the startup is profitable.

145

5 years ago

A digital solution for people to reliably secure their home and personal property with a cell phone.

145

5 years ago

A food delivery service that will deliver “all-natural” meals from a community of home cooks that the company says will be better for the environment than restaurants.

145

4 years ago

This startup is building a tool that allows teachers to share school content with parents at home. Teachers can use it to video and text share, saving time and money.

145

2 years ago

A company that makes tiny speakers that play music through a smartphone. The company’s speakers are marketed as powerful enough to be used as a main speaker in a home, but can also be used to amplify the noise in a crowded space like a concert or a conference. The startup was founded in October 2017.

145

5 years ago

A startup that offers a platform for digital nomads to rent out their homes in a peer-to-peer fashion. It’s in the early stages of development, but the founders say it will be “like Airbnb, but also a concierge service and protocol for renting out your home when you’re away”.

144

5 years ago

This is a platform for on-demand home services, like plumbers, electricians, and everything else.

144

5 years ago

A startup that wants to build a platform for alternative medicine, like homeopathy.

144

5 years ago

A global insurance company that helps people buy and insures their homes via a mobile app. The startup is looking to operate in 30 countries.

144

5 years ago

A startup that helps users build “smart” homes using the Amazon Echo smart speaker.

144

5 years ago

A startup that pairs you with a community of debt-free, budget-conscious people who are willing to split the cost of a car, home, furniture, or other major purchase.

144

5 years ago

A product that aims to “make ‘smart’ home appliances easier to use.”

143

5 years ago

Plans to allow folks to leave their cars at home and get around on public transport in cities

143

4 years ago

A startup that helps students who are too busy to do their homework.

143

4 years ago

A social network for the diaspora, connecting expats with family and friends back home.

143

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people to have someone come to their home and give them a hand with cleaning, etc

142

5 years ago

New York - New York City is home to the largest financial district in the world, but the cost of living for interns in this area is so high that it’s difficult for companies to entice young talent to stay. This startup, known as Give, wants to make it easier for companies to hire interns.

142

5 years ago

There’s a really big market for high-end home security systems. The startup is building a system that helps you get the best one for your needs, with a $5 monthly subscription.

142

5 years ago

A startup that wants to take the friction out of the process of purchasing a home. Instead of going through a bank, you can do all the paperwork online.

142

5 years ago

A startup that offers a platform for bringing the Internet of Things into physical spaces, such as homes and offices. The startup uses a physical router to overlay the Internet of Things onto a physical network.

142

5 years ago

Work-at-home tech support for small businesses. The startup is based in the Bay Area and recently raised $3 million to expand internationally.

142

5 years ago

A company that helps people hunt for and find the right home for them. The B2B business takes a more detailed look into the details of a home’s design and location, while the B2C service takes a more granular approach to the home’s amenities and location.

142

5 years ago

A home security system for renters, allowing them to lock and unlock doors on their own and record video.

142

5 years ago

A startup for managing and comparing all of your home loans, credit cards, car loans, and other loans.

142

3 years ago

This startup’s mission is to make helping out in-person with home repairs as easy as booking a ride on Uber

142

3 years ago

A smartphone application that finds you a local babysitter, or a group of friends to go to a concert, or a ride home. The startup is planning on soft launching in the second half of 2020.

142

5 years ago

A piece of software that helps people with homeschooling get the most out of their hobby, and helps them with classroom management.

141

5 years ago

This startup is building an automatic speaker that turns an existing home stereo into a smart speaker, with the idea that many people have a smart speaker for their home, but not a home stereo to hook into it.

141

5 years ago

A platform that allows consumers to rent out their homes. The B2B platform is targeting real estate agents, who the startup says can earn up to $100k per year.

141

5 years ago

Helping people find the right home by matching them with builders based on their budget and lifestyle.

141

5 years ago

An online marketplace for home services and the services of other contractors. Users can find services and contractors by keywords, and pay with a credit card or PayPal.

141

5 years ago

A startup that allows homeowners and renters to search for rental houses or apartments based on amenities, price, and neighborhood. It doesn’t charge any commission, so it’s free.

141

5 years ago

Startup to connect buyers with retailers in a more efficient way, by allowing them to order products online and have them delivered to their home.

141

5 years ago

A mobile app that helps people fast-track their home buying decisions.

141

5 years ago

A startup for home services, featuring local contractors and service providers.

141

5 years ago

A startup that makes a kit for making kombucha at home You can buy a kit with all the supplies you need to make kombucha plus a starter batch of the brew

140

5 years ago

This is a startup that’s building a ‘smart’ lock that will let you control your home’s lighting remotely.

140

5 years ago

A platform that connects people looking to go back to school with students willing to help each other out with things like homework, tutoring, and test prep. The founders say they’ve already helped more than 6,000 students fill out their applications and get into the class of their dreams.

140

5 years ago

There are a lot of companies that help people find parking, but now there’s one that helps people find parking at home.

140

5 years ago

A home services marketplace that helps users coordinate with contractors and service providers to make repairs and renovations. The startup also offers a concierge service that lets users put the app on a desk, and it works with home services companies to help them grow.

140

5 years ago

A startup that aims to deliver affordable, high-quality storage to the home. The company is focusing on a particular vertical, which is a new one.

140

5 years ago

A start-up that builds small devices for the home to measure temperature, humidity, and other factors. The company is also developing an indoor location service.

140

5 years ago

Grid wants to make energy consumption more transparent, by giving customers a meter on their home in a box, and then giving them a way to manage their energy consumption.

139

5 years ago

Pitching itself as “YELP for your personal life”, this startup attempts to make home-sharing a lot easier.

139

5 years ago

The startup’s goal is to make it easier for people to shop for vacation homes. They’re building a platform for people to search for vacation homes that they can then book and pay in one place.

139

5 years ago

A business that brings a suite of software and hardware tools to help home cooks learn to cook from scratch.

139

5 years ago

A startup in India that helps homebuyers navigate the confusing and tedious process of buying an apartment

139

5 years ago

A food delivery service that delivers meals from local restaurants to users' homes

139

4 years ago

A company that’s building an app for helping people plan when to hit the road and when to stay home.

139

4 years ago

An online tool for estimating the amount of money they’ll need for a down payment on a home.

139

3 years ago

A portable diagnostic tool for children to run noninvasive tests. A startup that helps parents test their kids for common problems before they go to the doctor. The startup is working on a lower-cost version of its product that can be used at home.

139

5 years ago

A network for home insurance agents that helps them find customers and get them claims faster

138

5 years ago

A platform for teachers and students to interact that can be used to share notes, assignments, and homework via a visual interface. They are developing a way for teachers to grade students' work in real time, as well as a way for students to get feedback from teachers and classmates in real time.

138

5 years ago

A full stack “platform for the modern home” that allows users to control all of their devices from one dashboard. It connects to Nest, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant.

138

5 years ago

A restaurant delivery app for Miami. The startup helps restaurants deliver food to customers in their homes for pick up.

138

5 years ago

A home-based virtual assistant that takes care of chores for you, using your smartphone to help you keep track of tasks. It’s first product is a voice-activated concierge.

138

5 years ago

A business that lets people take their unused gym equipment home.

138

3 years ago

A way for smart home device makers to create and sell devices in the US. The company already has customers outside of the US, including in Brazil and Australia.

138

5 years ago

A company that’s moving the power of the “internet of things” from the world of large manufacturing plants and factories to the world of small-scale manufacturing and manufacturing at home. The company is working with over 50 manufacturers to make it easier to connect their products to the Internet.

137

5 years ago

A digital platform to help consumers compare home loans at a low cost

137

5 years ago

The startup has developed a tool that can print a custom home-pickup menu for nearby restaurants. The startup’s first customer is a chain of Mexican restaurants in the US.

137

5 years ago

A company that builds 3D-printed prosthetic hands and other medical devices that can be 3D-printed at home, with a focus on helping veterans.

137

5 years ago

A startup for buying and selling home appliances. Their current focus is on selling used appliances, which they want to make a one-touch online purchase process.

137

5 years ago

An online platform that allows people to rent out their homes while they travel. The company’s founders say that the business is growing rapidly.

137

5 years ago

Home services for seniors, such as home cleaning, housekeeping and grocery shopping.

137

4 years ago

This company is building an app called “MyBeds” for homeowners to create a “bespoke bedroom” for their home. The app lets you create a “dream room” from a set of customizable, curated items.

137

5 years ago

A startup that powers the internet of things by allowing any connected device to be programmable for voice control, whether that be a home security system or a self-driving car.

136

5 years ago

A startup that’s building a platform that can let people pay rent with their phones. The company is focused on the homeless population, which is more mobile than the average person, but their platform could be used across all sectors.

136

5 years ago

A startup making it easier to build a visitor management system for work-from-home companies.

136

5 years ago

An online marketplace for home health-care services to cut down on paperwork and increase efficiency.

136

5 years ago

An AI-driven platform to create a healthy work environment. The app uses machine learning to analyze employee behavior at work and at home, and then gives employees a set of actions they can take to improve their health and productivity.

136

3 years ago

A company that uses remote control drones to fly to a customer’s location and fly a camera around their home.

136

5 years ago

A startup that helps real estate agents with "after-hours" showings The startup wants to grow into a managed marketplace that serves as a broker for all home services, from repairs to insurance

135

5 years ago

A platform that connects people looking to buy or sell their homes with real estate agents. The startup wants to be the middleman between owners and agents.

135

5 years ago

A food delivery service that works with caterers and provides home delivery to over 100 cities in the US.

135

5 years ago

A startup that aims to be the Uber of short-term rentals, allowing people to rent out their spare rooms or entire homes. Ethos currently has a pilot in place with over 10,000 users.

135

4 years ago

This app helps people decide which services they should rent out their home for extra money.

135

4 years ago

A platform that helps people make money by sharing their home with Airbnb guests.

135

4 years ago

A startup that creates a home WiFi system that automatically connects to the nearest WiFi hotspot.

135

3 years ago

A real estate-focused website that allows brokers to publish homes for sale.

135

5 years ago

This startup specializes in taking the hassle out of home security.

134

5 years ago

PetMD is a vet-tech startup that helps pet owners with a range of services, from consulting to pet care. It has a “pet concierge” service to help owners with questions like what to feed their pets when taking them to the vet, and what food to pick up on the way home.

134

5 years ago

A mobile app that connects people looking to buy a new home with a realtor who can help them get an offer in writing. The founders say they’re already working with over 100 companies in real estate, including Robinsons Homes and Landmark.

134

5 years ago

A startup that wants to take your home security camera and turn it into a smart camera with the ability to send alerts to your phone.

134

3 years ago

A startup for home improvement products

134

5 years ago

The app helps put together a picture of your life, from your health to your home, and lets you share it with family and friends.

133

5 years ago

A digital assistant for managing accounts for home and business owners. The startup’s web interface gives users access to all of their accounts and allows them to make transactions.

133

5 years ago

A company that uses real-time technology to make sure that your home security system is always on, and that it can be accessed by your family members and friends. It’s also a tool to protect against cyber thieves who could potentially hack into your devices.

133

5 years ago

A “digital concierge” that helps users personalize their own homes. Instead of searching around for different products, users can ask their digital concierge to come up with ideas and send them to the user.

133

5 years ago

Blockchain hardware for smart homes. The company wants to build a $200 smart lock that would allow owners to automate their home with blockchain tech that would allow them to unlock the door remotely.

133

5 years ago

A company building a kit to help you create your own “smart” home — for a fraction of the cost of similar systems.

133

5 years ago

A platform that helps people purchase home insurance and other insurance products

133

3 years ago

A “mobile pharmacy” that aims to solve a problem faced by too many small companies — employees who work from home often need prescription refills.

133

3 years ago

A real estate platform that allows users to quickly create their own home listings and sell them to investors, to be completed in 30 days.

133

5 years ago

A way for people to find home services providers.

132

5 years ago

Using AI to provide help and support to students in the classroom, school and home.

132

5 years ago

A platform that helps people find products and services that fit their needs, be it products for their home, furniture for their office, or services for their pets.

132

5 years ago

A startup that helps small businesses market to homebuyers. Their product is a “premier content marketing platform” that utilizes detailed data about a dozen variables, including income, credit score, and the type of property they’re looking for.

132

5 years ago

A startup that is building out a system to help people invest in both the stock market and their own homes, with a goal of making investing affordable for everyone.

132

5 years ago

A startup focused on making home security more affordable and accessible. The company has raised $5 million from investors including General Catalyst, T. Rowe Price, and others.

132

5 years ago

A platform that helps people who are selling their homes sell quickly for maximum value.

132

5 years ago

Smart home system that helps eliminate the need for people to put down their phones to manage their homes.

132

5 years ago

A virtual assistant that can respond to people in over 70 languages, and who can also be integrated into the Amazon Echo and Google Home products. The team is also developing a smart speaker that can take in natural language input and respond with a preset answer.

131

5 years ago

A startup hoping to help the homeless and veterans get housing. It uses a hybrid model of providing for-profit housing and non-profit housing.

131

5 years ago

A company that is developing an app to help low-income families save money on their energy bills by taking advantage of the government’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

131

5 years ago

An API for home energy management.

131

2 years ago

A business-to-business tool for managing the sales of home services to realtors.

131

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for helping people who are looking to buy a home with assistance in the form of mortgage brokering and other financial services

130

5 years ago

A new kind of search engine that gets results from dozens of sources and instantly returns more relevant results to users. Its search engine can also be connected to digital assistants like Alexa or Google Home

130

5 years ago

Homejoy is building a platform that helps home cleaners book appointments at the best times for their clients and their customers’ schedules.

130

5 years ago

A real estate company that helps people buy pre-owned homes via a mobile app.

130

5 years ago

This company is looking to take the “labor of love” out of home ownership, offering a simple way to save money and time on renovations by having the homeowner hire out the work.

129

5 years ago

This startup’s utility is powered by the sharing economy. The app allows people to connect with local drivers and couriers to take care of what can be a labor-intensive activity, like moving a couch to a new apartment or delivering art to a new home.

129

5 years ago

A home improvement platform that lets users purchase materials and products and have them delivered to their home.

129

5 years ago

A startup that helps in-home care workers coordinate their schedules with clients, and with each other.

129

5 years ago

The idea is to help homeowners get a mortgage without paying a mortgage broker.

129

5 years ago

An AI that helps the elderly and homebound with “frequent flyer miles” points and gift cards.

129

5 years ago

A startup that wants to be the Amazon for home services, making it easier for customers to buy a service without having to rely on a retail retailer. The company has already signed up a number of local hardware stores.

129

5 years ago

A “complete-home automation platform”, with a home security, lighting, and HVAC system in one box. The startup is one of the first companies to be accepted into the InnovateHER program, and has a partnership with Amazon Alexa.

129

4 years ago

Online discovery service focused on solving the problem of finding the right home for your next vacation. The startup uses data and algorithms to help vacationers find the right home for their next trip.

129

3 years ago

A startup that lets users more easily access Airbnb-style rooms in their own home, without having to go through vacation rentals.

129

3 years ago

A home shopping TV channel that broadcasts in the UK.

129

5 years ago

A delivery service that gives customers the option to order a dozen or so items from a list of popular restaurants, which will be delivered to the customer’s home or office within an hour.

128

5 years ago

A tool for in-home massage therapists to open up their own business, working in their spare time.

128

5 years ago

A food delivery app that uses the same home delivery process as Uber Eats and Instacart, but for restaurants. It’s currently in the beginning of a round led by a VC firm that recently invested in Zume Pizza.

128

5 years ago

A startup that wants to help people who are looking to sell their home listed on Zillow or Trulia.

128

5 years ago

L2L is building a platform that connects people who are looking to buy or sell properties to those who are looking to rent. The company wants to build a marketplace where people can buy and sell homes without going through the hassle of a real estate agent. The company also has a deal with Century 21 in the Philippines to build a realty app that can help people sell and buy real estate.

127

3 years ago

This startup is building an intelligent assistant that helps you stay on top of your home's energy usage. The product is a hub that connects to a variety of energy sources and can tell you when to run your dishwasher or change your lights.

127

3 years ago

A home security startup that is working on developing a system that would let you know when something’s wrong.

127

5 years ago

A startup working with AAA automobile associations to give car owners access to in-home maintenance, repair, and tracking services.

126

5 years ago

A “uniquely-designed” home security system that’s supposed to be “very simple to install and use”. Its price is low, and it’s meant for smaller homes.

126

5 years ago

A company that wants to help people find a way to use a home like a hotel. People can rent out their home for a day, two weeks, or longer, with Airbnb-like booking options.

126

4 years ago

A startup that aims to help realtors automate their sales process, using a digital agent that keeps track of the status of a property and opens real estate listings on the internet. The startup is pitching the service as a way to drive down “the average home sales cycle” from six months to two.

126

5 years ago

A startup that’s building a unique product for the retail industry, an online marketplace for bringing in contractors to remodel your home or help you get around town.

125

5 years ago

A home cleaning service that aims to be the Uber of its industry, connecting customers to local cleaners

125

3 years ago

A startup for managing your home's temperature, including notifications when it’s getting too warm or too cold.

125

3 years ago

This company is building out a platform to allow people with disabilities to access the web from within their homes.

125

5 years ago

A startup that creates a new kind of smart home audio experience Their idea is to create a “high quality, yet affordable, audio experience”

124

5 years ago

Want a pager You’re out of luck, you have to go to the office to get one — but your colleagues have them. Proximity is a startup that lets you order a handheld pager for $15 a month that’s delivered to your home.

124

5 years ago

Lending Club is looking to create an online community for home and condo owners to get access to financing to pay down a mortgage or refinance a home. The company’s loans are backed by the equity in the house, and rates for the loans are competitive.

124

5 years ago

A “smart” home that uses your smartphone to monitor your energy usage, giving you a report on how much heat you’re putting out and how much your bill is going to be

124

5 years ago

A 4-year-old company that makes a programmable, connected-home appliance that can be programmed to do things from turning the AC off and on to turning lights on and off to listening to music and turning the TV on and off. The company has raised $7.3 million in funding.

124

5 years ago

App that helps you estimate the cost of your home renovations based on your own inputs.

124

5 years ago

A platform that helps people buy and sell single family homes. Currently focused on the UK. The company is using a combination of software and crowdsourced data to help buyers make smarter decisions.

124

3 years ago

A food delivery startup that uses algorithms to predict when people want to order take-out and when they are at home. It’s a food-delivery platform that’s striving to become a one-stop-shop for ordering food online.

124

5 years ago

A startup that lends out the tools necessary to set up a basic office at home, whether it’s for a small team, an individual freelancer, or even a single room. The startup has a platform for users to manage and share their work books, collaborate with other team members, and track team progress.

123

3 years ago

A shared-economy startup that’s building a marketplace for home cleaning services. The startup wants to build an online marketplace for home-cleaning services. It currently has two contracts.

123

5 years ago

A startup that helps people find the right funeral home for their loved ones

122

5 years ago

Ex-Google engineers are building a new living room device they call the “Echo” that’s essentially a giant voice-controlled speaker. The device is a stripped-down, Google-made version of the Google Home, and can be controlled by voice, music, and TV apps. It’s set to launch in November.

122

5 years ago

Home services platform that connects customers to handymen and professionals in the area, and allows them to hire online.

122

4 years ago

A way to use a connected device to monitor and control your home's systems

122

5 years ago

The startup wants to make it easier for people to shop for eyeglasses without leaving their homes.

121

5 years ago

A cell phone service for the homeless that allows them to send and receive money via text message.

121

5 years ago

A platform for smart homes that puts together a bunch of different sensors into one device that can control all the lights and appliances.

121

5 years ago

A startup that connects home owners with homeowners insurance. The startup has raised $3 million to expand its product to 43 states.

121

4 years ago

This startup is building a way to manage insurance claims for auto, home, life, and business insurance.

121

5 years ago

A consumer-to-business marketplace for home improvement products and services.

120

5 years ago

One of the leaders in the IoT market, Flow creates a large range of connected devices for homes and businesses that automate things like lighting and security.

120

5 years ago

A platform to let people rent out their extra space on their homes.

120

4 years ago

People who have a lot of stuff are often very stressed out. This startup is helping them clean out their homes, one item at a time.

120

5 years ago

A peer-to-peer marketplace for reclaimed building material, with a well-documented process for sourcing and ensuring quality before selling. The company’s founders are also part of a collective that works to repair Habitat for Humanity homes.

119

4 years ago

A food delivery service for home chefs. The startup aims to make food delivery from home as easy as ordering pizza from Domino's in the US.

119

5 years ago

A startup that matches employers with employees that are looking to work from home. The startup is currently in beta mode and is available for use on the iOS version of the app.

118

5 years ago

This startup wants to make it possible to rent out spare space in a person’s home.

118

5 years ago

A company that helps homebuilders and architects create and share 3D renderings of properties

118

5 years ago

A tool that helps users automate the process of cleaning the air in their homes. They’re already working with a Fortune 500 company to make their product available to their customer.

118

5 years ago

A startup meant to help people find the best rates on apartments, vacation homes, services and more.

118

3 years ago

A digital shopping cart for the home. The company says it has already tested in France and the UK.

118

5 years ago

The digital home improvement store, HomeDepot, is still trying to figure out where to go next. It launched a new website in late 2016, but it felt more like a home services site than a home improvement one.

117

5 years ago

A SaaS-base app that helps buyers of home services find the best deal on a service.

117

5 years ago

A software platform that helps buyers get quotes for their homes from multiple companies in the same day, while also giving the seller a price for what they can get for the home and how quickly they can close.

117

5 years ago

Helping its customers to find the best rates on energy usage for their own home. EnergyIQ is building a platform to help its customers save money by offering personalized energy rates.

117

5 years ago

A company that lets people borrow a single printer that can print out 100,000 copies of a document. This smart printer will print at an incredibly high resolution — the company claims it will print at “40 times the resolution of a typical home printer”.

117

5 years ago

A home security platform that uses facial recognition to let users see who is at the door, even when the doorbell isn’t ringing.

117

5 years ago

A device that allows people to sync and manage their home energy usage, with an app to help users understand their energy usage and plan expenditures.

117

4 years ago

A startup that helps cities to work with homeless individuals to provide them with housing, healthcare and job training. Currently just in the Philly area.

117

3 years ago

A platform that helps realtors to streamline the process of showing homes to potential buyers. It’s meant as a professional agent tool that brings together all the different services that a realtor might use to find a buyer.

117

5 years ago

A 1-click home insurance quote app that combines pricing from multiple insurance carriers, and provides a risk assessment to help customers choose the best policy.

116

5 years ago

A company that builds “smart” homes for elderly people. The startup offers wireless, automated home assistance systems to help people age in place. They’re currently only available in a small number of homes, with plans to expand to more.

116

5 years ago

A company building a marketplace for providers of clothing, accessories, and home decor. The startup aims to eliminate the middle-man and help customers find the best deals, no matter if they live in São Paulo or Seattle.

116

5 years ago

A startup that allows anyone to turn any object into a smart home accessory.

116

5 years ago

A competitor to Amazon Echo that brings the Google Assistant to your home. The company is raising $50 million from investors and has drawn interest from Google and Apple.

116

5 years ago

A startup that’s using artificial intelligence and blockchain to build a better way for homeowners to manage their homeowners insurance.

116

4 years ago

A tool that helps people in the U.S. and UK buy and sell furniture and home goods online.

116

3 years ago

This startup is building an app that helps people design and manage their home automation system (cameras, lights, etc.) from their phone or desktop computer. It basically acts as a way to manage and control smart home devices from a smartphone.

116

5 years ago

Rethinking the way we build and manage software is the goal of BuildZoom. The startup allows users to compare home improvements from a variety of vendors and service providers from the comfort of one website. It's an online marketplace that allows consumers to shop for home improvement projects from the convenience of a desktop computer or mobile phone. BuildZoom makes it easy to find the right contractor, and provides a level of transparency that other home improvement websites do not.

115

5 years ago

A medical system that aims to be “patient centric”, providing a digital doctor’s office at the patient’s home. The startup wants to make it affordable and easy to book appointments, get prescriptions, and book tests.

115

5 years ago

A micro-sanctuary for homeless pets in New York City. The startup aims to make it easy for people to adopt homeless pets while keeping them in a safe environment.

115

5 years ago

A platform for building connected home products with a focus on security and automation. The startup aims to compete with existing standards like Thread and Nest that can manage connected devices.

115

5 years ago

A home care services startup that helps seniors living in their own homes with tasks like cleaning and laundry.

115

3 years ago

A startup to help real estate agents keep a closer eye on clients and make sure those clients are still on track to close on their homes.

115

5 years ago

A startup that manages the maintenance of rental homes using a mechanical arm that moves the oil and water that oil and water, and then cleans and inspects them.

114

4 years ago

A home automation company that lets users program lighting and appliances to turn on when they arrive home in the evening.

114

3 years ago

A community for the homeless, the homeless-minded, and the hungry.

114

3 years ago

A startup to help homeowners manage and monetize their homes, which the founders say has a high growth rate in the U.S.

114

2 years ago

The company’s industrial design team has created a line of home products to integrate tech into the home. The company has a few products on Kickstarter, including a smart plug and a thermostat.

114

2 years ago

A way to integrate your home with services already in your neighborhood.

114

5 years ago

A health service for people with persistent mental problems. The company wants to provide safe homes for people with mental illnesses, to help them get the services they need to lead productive lives.

113

5 years ago

Fusion is a real estate software company that allows real estate agents to list their listings online and receive notifications whenever a home is sold.

113

5 years ago

The Social Home is a new way to think about home security. It’s a combination of a security system and a smart home that’s meant to be a “set it and forget it” lifestyle.

113

5 years ago

A technology company that creates “smart” thermostats for home and business use, allowing homeowners to control their thermostats via their smartphone. The company is led by CEO and founder Rajat Pahuja, who previously built a business in India called Shubh Loans that went “very profitable,” according to Pahuja.

113

4 years ago

A monthly subscription service for home laundry detergent that offers recommendations for how much to buy, when and how to use it. The startup has already sold more than $2 million in the past year from its first customers–with over 25,000 subscriptions.

113

3 years ago

A tool that helps people re-list their homes faster. The startup has a software as a service model for homes in the Northeast and wants to use an automation tool to make homes look more appealing to potential buyers.

113

2 years ago

Think of the fridge as a low-cost way to store beer, wine, and other beverages without taking up too much space. The startup’s goal is to market it as a central food locker for homes and businesses.

113

5 years ago

This startup is building a consumer-facing marketplace for the home-sharing economy, where people can find a roommate to live in their home.

112

5 years ago

This startup is building a solution for online merchants to get in-person estimates from home-based contractors. It’s aiming to help companies compete with those that don’t offer this service, and will charge a fee for the service.

112

5 years ago

A device for the elderly that monitors what’s going on with their blood pressure, pulse, and oxygen levels. The company also wants to build a “elderly safe” home that automatically adjusts itself to the needs of the elderly.

112

5 years ago

This startup is building an all-in-one, modular smart home that can be installed in minutes and connected to the internet.

112

5 years ago

An on-demand on-demand surgery service. Patients go to a hospital, get a procedure done, and go home the same day. The company is still bootstrapped, but has been working with both the UK government and the NHS.

112

5 years ago

A company that makes a service that turns any connected device into a smart home hub, enabling users to control various smart home devices with their smartphone.

112

5 years ago

A digital test that makes it easier for home buyers to solicit bids from contractors and find the best fit for their needs.

111

5 years ago

This startup is building a service that helps you find and schedule your home doctor appointments online. It’s currently in the pilot stage, but has raised seed funding from a group of investors.

111

5 years ago

A startup that helps teachers and students collaborate on homework and projects in real-time by connecting them through a chatroom.

111

5 years ago

A startup that makes it easy for people to share their experience of buying a home. The startup (now with $750,000 in funding) wants to leverage its existing platform to be a broker for homebuyers, selling the service to other realtors.

111

5 years ago

A startup that is building an AI-powered app for home delivery of plant medicine.

111

4 years ago

A startup that helps people share their homes with others, acting as a kind of Airbnb for people to rent out their spaces.

111

3 years ago

A digital platform for homeowners that let’s users create budgets, manage expenses and track their progress.

111

2 years ago

A doctor in India uses WhatsApp to send prescriptions directly to patients’ homes

111

5 years ago

A company that builds a platform for employees to apply for and manage their own benefits. The service started out as a way for employees to manage their health benefits, but it is now being used by employers to manage everything from work-from-home policies, to retirement plans, to tuition reimbursement.

110

5 years ago

A startup that builds apps for the home to help consumers track their energy usage.

110

5 years ago

A utility that allows you to control your home appliances remotely and with an app. The company wants to use the same tech to let you control your car like you do your computer, so you can remotely lock and unlock your car (like BMW’s ConnectedDrive feature) or even get notifications when it’s being driven.

110

5 years ago

A similar service to Slack for teams working from home

110

5 years ago

A start-up that is building a platform that will connect homeowners to homeowners insurance companies and save them money.

110

4 years ago

A way to buy and sell everything from a car to a house. They’re focused on the mom-and-pop home remodeling market in the US

110

4 years ago

A startup that calls itself the Amazon of homeopathic products. The company sells and ships over a hundred products to consumers, including aromatherapy oils that help people relax. It’s the leading homeopathic e-commerce site in the UK.

110

3 years ago

A company started by former Googlers that is building a framework for smart home devices, including ones that can provide water, oxygen and lighting.

110

5 years ago

This startup has a software-as-a-service that helps homeowners build custom products online, which they sell to their local brick-and-mortar stores through an e-commerce platform.

109

5 years ago

Businesses in the Netherlands can create a marketplace for people to sell their home-grown products and services. The startup has already helped 30 small businesses rent out their homes.

109

5 years ago

This company is looking to create a system for building and selling homes that incorporates the latest construction technology.

109

5 years ago

A platform that helps women get back to work after being stay at home.

109

5 years ago

“The last mile” of ride-hailing apps is the last mile to a person’s home. The startup wants to build an app that helps people find a driver to take them home.

109

5 years ago

A home rental platform. The startup wants to let people rent out their homes. It’s a very young company, so it’s not clear how they’ll get the number of renters needed to make a dent in the real estate market.

109

5 years ago

A startup that builds a homegrown alternative to the likes of Instagram, PicsArt, and Snapchat

109

5 years ago

Smart objects that can track and report on temperature, light, humidity, and CO2 levels in a home.

109

5 years ago

A digital health system that connects people with health professionals in their home country. The startup just launched in Brazil in May.

109

5 years ago

A company that aims to build the next generation of smart homes. The team has already raised over $5 million from investors, including Google Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz.

109

5 years ago

A tool for people to search for home insurance, with options for low-income renters and those who have no credit history.

109

4 years ago

The company’s founders speak of a future where the internet of things (IoT) and the internet of everything (IoE) converge, allowing users to control the devices in their homes directly from their phones.

109

4 years ago

A tech startup whose product is a home-based network of technicians that fixes your home’s issues or installs equipment. The company says that since it launched in early 2019 it has already had several million dollars worth of work.

109

3 years ago

A startup that makes software for managing, organizing and coordinating repairs at a home. It’s for homeowners and building managers who have been frustrated with the process of addressing issues with their homes.

109

5 years ago

A program that helps people with disabilities to work from their homes. The company behind this product offers a service that helps employees schedule and manage a work routine in a way that keeps their jobs and responsibilities in order.

108

5 years ago

A real estate technology platform that is a hybrid of Homejoy and Airbnb, letting landlords rent out their properties on the platform.

108

5 years ago

A home security company that uses sensors to monitor the security of a home or building, paying users a fee for each intrusion detected.

108

5 years ago

This startup helps employees work from home, or take meetings remotely, but still get paid for time spent working.

108

5 years ago

A platform for helping people find their dream homes. The founders say they’ve helped people find their dream house in as little as 10 days.

108

5 years ago

A hardware company that makes sensors, including ones for weight and hydration, for home and for athletes. The company believes consumers will use devices such as the Nike FuelBand to track their health and exercise habits.

108

5 years ago

A platform that connects people with home services and connects those services to people in need.

108

4 years ago

A platform for homeowners looking to sell their homes, allowing them to easily list their properties for sale and hire a virtual agent to show the property to interested buyers.

108

4 years ago

A platform for preparing and serving meals at home, which allows users to order food from a menu and have it made when they arrive.

108

4 years ago

A real estate marketplace for homes that are moving.

108

4 years ago

A startup that wants to build a one-stop-shop for home improvement. It builds at-home stores with a variety of products, and sales tools that make it easier for customers to make decisions about products and services.

108

4 years ago

A real estate technology company which provides a technology platform to the home-selling industry.

108

3 years ago

A visual collaboration tool for realtors, which allows them to create virtual walk-throughs of homes and homesites.

108

5 years ago

A startup that wants to bring affordable, secure storage to small and medium sized businesses. The company is focused on providing remote access to business owners who would otherwise have to pay high prices to store things in their own homes.

107

5 years ago

A platform that allows users to easily find and book home services, and then pay once services are delivered.

107

4 years ago

A home care support service for the elderly, with an app that connects to caregivers.

107

4 years ago

Opendoor works with home and business owners and helps them sell their house, and then helps them buy a new one.

107

3 years ago

A company that builds “smart” homes that can manage energy usage, water usage, air quality, and more.

107

3 years ago

This is an “integrated supply chain management” system for home building and remodeling that hopes to cut down on wasted materials, lower construction costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

107

5 years ago

A home security startup that monitors in-home security cameras and allows customers to turn on their lights or lock their doors remotely. The startup, which has raised a $750k seed round from a variety of investors, is already working with a dozen customers.

106

5 years ago

A company building a “personal assistant” for home. The startup, based in New York, has raised $1.2 million in seed funding from investors like Sam Altman and Garry Tan.

106

5 years ago

A company building a platform to make it easier for people to buy and sell homes that would integrate with CRMs and other sales tools.

106

5 years ago

A tool designed for insurance adjusters to manage claims and automate the process of getting a home inspection.

106

5 years ago

A new startup that makes your living room into a “smart home”, with smart lighting, connected appliances, and smart security cameras.

106

5 years ago

Focused on helping the elderly pay bills, Vayvadex allows users to pay for services, like a nursing home, with a swipe of their debit card. Users can also use the app to find a doctor or a home aide.

106

3 years ago

A company that wants to allow consumers to rent out their home or space to earn an income. They’re building out a platform, including a search system for listing, rental rates, insurance, etc. and a platform for decision-making for renters, with plans to expand into other areas.

106

3 years ago

A platform for home services including repairs and insurance

106

3 years ago

A platform that offers a way to convert a meeting room into a home office.

106

5 years ago

A tool for helping people set up and manage their own Wi-Fi networks at home or in the office, with a focus on security.

105

4 years ago

A home-improvement platform that allows homeowners to get paid to help other people with their renovations.

105

4 years ago

A company that is developing a technology that uses blockchain to track and trace a product’s journey from the farm to the home, to protect farmers and consumers from pests and contaminants.

105

3 years ago

A startup that helps you find out if you’re eligible for home equity loans.

105

5 years ago

This startup is working on a new type of storage for the connected home, where it can be both a sort of “in-home cloud” as well as an “in-home NAS”.

104

4 years ago

A grocery delivery service that’s part of the Amazon Fresh network. Dash delivers groceries to customers’ homes with the promise of same- or next-day delivery.

104

4 years ago

A company that helps the real estate industry make more money by helping people rent their homes from the comfort of their phones

104

4 years ago

A way to make a variety of products from a variety of sources, from a variety of retailers, and have them delivered to a customer's home.

104

3 years ago

A home security company that has a phone app that allows users to monitor their house and get notifications if something happens.

104

5 years ago

Thoughtful home services that provide concierge services, cleaning, and other household issues. The company has $10 million in funding from investors including Michael Moritz.

103

5 years ago

A startup where you can buy and sell your homegrown vegetables, herbs, and fruit.

103

4 years ago

Helping homebuyers locate the perfect home, and helping buyers work with builders to negotiate the best deals on new construction.

103

4 years ago

A “smart” window that tracks the weather in your home.

103

5 years ago

A platform that lets anyone run a small business by turning their home into a co-working space.

102

5 years ago

A company that wants to connect your assets – from your home to your car – with the services you use at home, at work, and on the road.

102

5 years ago

A company that makes small, affordable homes from shipping containers. The company has built “a new kind of modular home that can be made in as little as one week, on site”. The first models are coming out in October.

102

4 years ago

OpenPlans is a software company that helps people find a new home to buy, using data from real estate brokers and public records. They’ve raised over $5 million to date, and are now focused on building a platform for other developers to build on.

102

4 years ago

A chatbot that can help users book and manage home services.

102

4 years ago

A startup that is building a way to tackle the issue of the generation of toxic waste in the home. The startup’s product is a way to turn your water waste into a nutrient solution.

102

3 years ago

The startup is building a platform for helping homeowners with home repairs. They want to build a service that connects homeowners to contractors and contractors to materials, allowing homeowners to shop around for bids and get materials more easily.

102

2 years ago

A company that wants to make buying a home a little more like buying a car.

102

5 years ago

A startup that is building a smart home system for the elderly. The system is designed for seniors who need assistance with tasks like opening doors and turning lights on and off.

101

4 years ago

A SaaS platform that helps people find products and services in 35 categories, such as home and auto.

101

4 years ago

Founded by a former product manager at Google, OnSwipe is building a platform that helps major brands and retailers drive sales. OnSwipe is working with a number of major brands, including Neiman Marcus, Neiman Marcus, and Target, as well as a number of retailers, including Build-A-Bear, Lowe’s, and Home Depot.

101

3 years ago

A startup building a software platform to manage the complex paperwork required to buy and then sell a home. It helps buyers and sellers avoid the hassle of multiple forms and documents when buying or selling a home.

101

5 years ago

A platform for sharing and selling meals for home chefs, and a way for those chefs to interact with each other.

100

4 years ago

A home automation platform that turns your light switches into smart light switches.

100

3 years ago

A startup for home cleaning professionals — with a plan to take away the middleman and give customers a better deal.

100

3 years ago

A startup for companies that want to give their employees more freedom and autonomy to work from home.

100

5 years ago

A startup designed for real estate agents to help customers find the right home, with real estate agents in the background.

99

5 years ago

The company takes an “Uber for Home” approach. The startup’s app helps homeowners find and book handyman, electrician, and handywoman services.

99

4 years ago

A startup looking to create an API that helps developers build applications that can help people in need monitor and control their home appliances from a smartphone and a connected thermostat.

99

4 years ago

A group of students at Carnegie Mellon University are building a wearable that tracks the human heart rate, breathing, and activity. The technology is meant to be used for home wellness, but also to help with medical research.

99

4 years ago

A new set of APIs for apps that want to connect to home automation products.

99

4 years ago

A startup that helps connect a person’s home energy use to the company they work for. The startup’s founders say they’ve already been able to help a customer save $100 a month.

99

4 years ago

A “artificial intelligence” system that allows homeowners to program lighting, music, and other home automation features via voice commands.

99

4 years ago

A tool for helping doctors and patients plan for at-home care.

99

4 years ago

A platform that helps people make lightning-fast alterations to their homes. The startup is trying to reduce the process of finding contractors, arranging payments and paying them.

99

4 years ago

A subscription-based app to help you make a better cup of coffee at home.

99

3 years ago

The startup is building a way for users to share their workspace, or “smart home”, with others. The startup is building a platform that allows users to connect and sell their space.

99

3 years ago

A startup that helps companies wrangle their voice, messaging and video messaging. They collect voice data from all the different places in your life, including your home, car and office, and make it available when you need it.

99

5 years ago

A startup that is building a tool that helps companies map out employees' preferred work hours and locations so they can more easily schedule work from home.

98

5 years ago

A startup that helps people develop a retirement plan, track what their savings are and transfer them to a new retirement home. The startup is in nine other countries in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

98

5 years ago

A real estate startup that connects home buyers with remodeling contractors.

98

4 years ago

A way for people to build their own low-cost homes using 3D printing, with a focus on the poor.

98

3 years ago

This is a mobile app that allows users to share the results of their home energy usage with other users. It’s currently being used by 2,000 users in the UK, and the founders plan to expand to the US in the next few months.

98

3 years ago

A tool for smart home light bulbs that lets you dim or turn off lights at scheduled times.

98

3 years ago

A social app that helps college kids manage their homework. The startup, which was founded in May, has 3,000 students signed up to its service

98

5 years ago

A startup that is working to build the world’s first augmented reality grocery store. The idea is to create a way for users to scan a barcode to get an augmented reality display of what a product looks like in a store, before they’ve even left the house, with a camera view of what a product looks like at their homes.

97

4 years ago

A mobile app that ensures you don’t leave home without your phone charger.

97

4 years ago

An iPad app that helps you find a matching style for your home and then shows a 3D model of your home in 360 degrees.

97

4 years ago

A “home sale app” to help people buy houses within the first 30 days of listing, with the hope of helping them close deals more quickly.

97

3 years ago

A healthy food delivery service, currently operating in New York City. The founders describe their service as more of a meal service than a food truck, with meals prepared and delivered to customers, who can choose to pick it up at a designated spot or have it delivered to their home.

97

5 years ago

A cloud-based form software for home improvement projects and construction jobs

96

5 years ago

A digital assistant for the home, bringing together control of lighting, audio, and security into one platform, along with a series of smart gadgets.

96

5 years ago

Pint is a voice-controlled home assistant meant to help users keep track of things like what’s in the fridge and the weather. The startup aims to have a voice assistant that can understand what you mean and act on your behalf, with a smart speaker also available.

96

4 years ago

A “smart” speaker that works like a smart home appliance, but which can also control your smart home appliances (like your lights and thermostat). It can work with a variety of IoT devices, and the founders say it will be in the market in the next 12 months.

96

3 years ago

A bike-sharing program, with docking stations located in neighborhoods, and users renting and returning bikes at their homes.

96

5 years ago

A way to track and communicate with homeowner associations that manage common areas like pool, parking and landscaping. The startup has raised $40,000 in seed funding from angel investors.

95

4 years ago

A startup for long-term rentals, allowing renters to find a home and a landlord to find the right tenant. Both sides can be verified by credit checks and the landlord can maintain control over the rental.

95

4 years ago

The idea is to provide a home base for travelers, since many are uncomfortable with the idea of being fenced in.

95

3 years ago

A startup that builds a game and community to get people to give homeless people the things they need in order to get off the streets and into permanent housing.

95

3 years ago

A startup building a system of “lenses” that allow users to scan their own eyes at home and then have a doctor prescribe the right medications. The technology is already available to consumers, and they are taking pre-orders with the goal of launching in 2017.

95

5 years ago

A startup that offers investors access to startups looking for funding. The company has raised $500,000 from investors such as Y Combinator, SV Angel, and Second Home Ventures.

94

5 years ago

The founders of this company want to build a more connected and secure version of Amazon’s Alexa, one that can work with smart home devices and allow users to access the internet through their voice.

94

4 years ago

A company that claims to have the world’s smallest solar power system. It’s for homes, but can be used anywhere.

94

4 years ago

A platform for renters to compare their home insurance packages to determine which one is the best fit for them.

94

4 years ago

This is a startup that has the goal of “making it easier” for home-schooling parents to manage their families’ finances.

94

4 years ago

A startup for managing the logistics of moving your home to a new location. It claims to reduce the cost of moving by up to 70%. It’s also working with a handful of real estate companies to help them manage their property data and make it more accessible.

94

3 years ago

A new way to view your home from the street

94

3 years ago

This startup wants to bring a messaging system the size of a phone to the smart home to help you manage your devices.

94

2 years ago

A tool to help remote employees stay more engaged with their work, by making it easy to respond to work email from their smartphone. The startup is now focused on helping people stay organized and manage their inboxes, with a focus on helping people work from home.

94

4 years ago

A tool that helps you create your own intelligent power plugs for your home. The team says it will launch in Q3.

93

4 years ago

This startup is building an AI tool that helps in-home care providers monitor and log their work while still being able to be hands-free. Caregiversoft currently has a small contract with a big company for $50k.

93

4 years ago

A company that provides on-demand delivery of grocery items to homes in the US. The startup, which was founded in July, is focused on expanding its brand to other cities.

93

4 years ago

A company providing home repair services, with a focus on renovations.

93

4 years ago

This is a platform for buying and selling homes. The company uses a combination of AI and mobile devices to facilitate the process.

93

4 years ago

The startup is building an app that helps people find the best deals on home services from painters to plumbers.

93

4 years ago

A company that gives home owners the ability to make a social media post about a bed bug issue in their home

93

4 years ago

A startup for working out in the privacy of your own home. Coaches are often too expensive for these types of consumers, so the app helps them get started for free.

93

4 years ago

This startup is building AI software that helps people find and rent the best fitting home for their needs. It’s designed to help people find homes, and it’s working with real estate agents and real buyers to launch the product.

93

3 years ago

An online shopping cart that integrates with a retailer's own digital storefront. The startup allows customers to shop online, then have the items shipped directly to their home.

93

5 years ago

A startup that aims to connect the world through the Internet of Things at a global scale. It aims to use the Internet of Things to enable the connected devices in homes and businesses to communicate with each other and the world while offering new services for consumers.

92

4 years ago

This startup is working to ensure that your home insurance policy covers home repair, and will alert you if you’re not getting the protection you need. They’re already in the process of introducing a data-driven product to the US market.

92

4 years ago

A startup that helps you design your home by giving you access to 3D models, walkthroughs, and virtual tours of homes on the market.

92

4 years ago

A tool for people who rent out their homes while they’re away to charge guests for the use of their rooms.

92

4 years ago

A consumer-facing SaaS platform for the Indian market. The startup is focused on maximizing the efficiency of the home shopping experience, and is currently focused on a small segment of the online market.

92

4 years ago

The goal is to build a tool to help people get the most out of their in-home gym equipment. It’s an interesting idea, but it’s also very early on.

92

4 years ago

A video-based platform for training and technical support for homeowners.

92

5 years ago

The startup will deliver custom-made soundtracks to the home, so you can listen to it in your own car, or at work.

91

4 years ago

A home-sharing platform for students on the move. It allows students to rent out rooms in their homes for short periods.

91

4 years ago

This startup aims to be a “Pinterest for the home”.

91

4 years ago

A digital platform that connects people looking to buy homes with contractors, making the process smoother.

91

4 years ago

A messaging app that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to communicate with your phone, and your phone communicate with your car, home, and office.

91

4 years ago

A chatbot for users in the UK who are looking to buy a home

91

4 years ago

A company that provides a tool that helps people find the best home care providers that match their lifestyle and needs.

91

5 years ago

This company has developed a way to help homeless people decide if an apartment is worth locking down before signing a lease. The app, which is currently being tested in San Francisco, is meant to help people make better decisions about where to live, and could be particularly helpful for the homeless.

90

4 years ago

A social network that allows users to chat and play games with their friends who are currently hanging out in the physical world. Users can also play games against friends at home, meanwhile.

90

4 years ago

A health care startup in New York City that provides home care to seniors.

90

4 years ago

A connected home solution that is a white label version of the Eufy smart light bulbs. The startup is building an IoT developer platform for other brands to create connected devices. It has a very early version of the app and is looking to raise funding to continue development.

90

4 years ago

A platform for home service workers, connecting them with customers while helping them negotiate and find work. The startup is based in the U.S. and works in urban areas.

90

4 years ago

A startup building software to help companies in the US become more energy efficient. The company’s technology is aimed at helping buildings achieve the same level of energy efficiency as a home, but can scale to large commercial or industrial buildings.

90

4 years ago

A startup that wants to give people a digital home and help them share that home with others. It’s one of many companies that are hoping to make the sharing economy less of a weird thing only people who can afford to live in San Francisco do. The startup is already using its own properties to earn $5,000 monthly.

90

4 years ago

A startup that is building a framework for developers to build apps for the home, using a smart home-oriented set of APIs.

90

4 years ago

A platform to help the homeless apply for jobs, find housing, receive health services, and ultimately live a more stable life.

90

3 years ago

A hardware startup making smart lock hardware that can be used with the latest smart home platforms.

90

3 years ago

A place for home cooks to share their recipes and get feedback. The company has built a community of chefs and foodies who are making the recipes and giving feedback. Today, the company has over 10,000 recipes on hand, and its users are writing in at a rate of 10 recipes per day.

90

5 years ago

This company is looking to connect home buyers with people looking to rent out their basements, garages, and spare rooms. The startup has raised $1.6 million, and is interested in getting users to share their spaces with strangers.

89

5 years ago

A startup for people who want to donate their old home appliances, furniture, and other items for reuse. The startup says that in the US alone, more than 10 million items go unused in storage every year.

89

5 years ago

A 3D printing service for home renovation projects, with custom-built walls and other materials.

89

4 years ago

E-commerce site for America’s small towns, offering everything from electronics to home goods. The company is looking for more partners to grow the business.

89

4 years ago

A utility for "smart" homes from the makers of Nest, Dropcam and Honeywell. Eko is a new company that aims to bring more automation to everything from thermostats to security cameras. The company started with a thermostat that can be programmed through an app and communicate with a connected garage door, but it’s now also trying to develop a home security system that will stop someone by recognizing their face and sending a message to their phone.

89

4 years ago

A company that wants to add a social component to finding a home.

89

4 years ago

An API that allows for the creation of smart homes, with data on energy consumption, temperature, and light.

89

4 years ago

This real estate company wants to build software that automatically builds and sells portfolios of homes to investors.

89

4 years ago

A medical startup building a device that tracks a patient’s progress at home, in the hospital, and in the doctor’s office.

89

4 years ago

A startup that wants to help in-home care providers track patients’ needs, be it in the form of groceries or home medical equipment. The startup launched in Brazil, and plans to expand to other countries.

89

3 years ago

A platform to help people buy, sell and manage their apartment homes. The startup is based in Seattle, California and is currently focused on the West Coast.

89

5 years ago

A real estate startup that helps customers find the best value on homes. It’s currently testing a model where customers can set their own price and get paid 20% of the difference between that and the property’s actual value.

88

4 years ago

A startup that offers a way for people to book rides from their homes to the airport. UberX rides are typically cheaper than cab rides, but even after the startup’s recent troubles, it has a market share of over 30%.

88

4 years ago

Everyone is doing it: Amazon, eBay, Walmart, then you have Home Depot and Lowe’s. But Meijer, a Midwest-based retailer that operates grocery stores and a number of other retail chains. Meijer is looking to use the e-commerce trend to stay ahead of its rivals and has begun selling products that haven’t been available in stores in the past, like wine and cheese.

88

4 years ago

Last year, I wrote about how some of the most successful Y Combinator companies are focused on solving the problems of the modern worker, like home care, transportation, and education. The most successful YC companies are built on the idea that technology should be helping workers, not fighting them.

88

4 years ago

A social network for people who work from home, allowing them to meet other people who have the same arrangement, and find a community for a sense of belonging.

88

4 years ago

A startup that aims to “make it easier for everyone in the world to have a home internet connection” with a hardware product that plugs into an electrical outlet.

88

4 years ago

A platform that allows you to build your own custom home security system.

88

4 years ago

A company that allows customers to control their home’s temperature, lighting, and other systems using an app. The startup plans to launch in NYC first, but they're looking to expand to other cities soon.

88

4 years ago

A company that’s building software to assist with home inspections.

88

3 years ago

A search engine for the internet of things, where all the devices in your home can be brought together through APIs to make it easy for you to monitor and tune them.

88

3 years ago

A startup that is building hardware to help users find the best route home, even if they don’t have a GPS device.

88

3 years ago

A digital platform to help people create and distribute 3D models of products, which they can then print at home. The startup wants to introduce manufacturing to the masses.

88

2 years ago

A chatbot that helps you find the best home care costs in your area. The startup is also building a platform for people to rate these services and make recommendations to one another.

88

5 years ago

Open-source, distributed computing that allows people to build and manage their own supercomputers. The company wants to provide people with the means to build their own supercomputers, allowing them to “live in the cloud” at home.

87

4 years ago

A mobile app for real estate agents to help them give listings to homes quickly and easily. It employs an algorithm to understand the data the agent has on the listing and create the exact right message to sell to the agent’s client.

87

4 years ago

A company that aims to be the “Google Maps” of the sharing economy — a place to look up and rent everything from homes to cars to storage units to vacation rentals.

87

4 years ago

A company that helps homebuyers compare mortgage rates across banks in Canada, the U.S., and the U.K.

87

4 years ago

A software that generates an interactive 3D model of a building. It’s used to help people visualize their buildings or homes, and allows for physical models that can be viewed from anywhere.

87

4 years ago

A startup that wants to be the Uber of home-sharing. It offers homeowners the ability to list their living space on a platform meant to match interested guests with the right homes in the right locations.

87

4 years ago

A startup for booking in-home services like house cleaning, lawn care, and pet services.

87

3 years ago

A startup that helps people who want to work from home, but need a place to meet other people who also want to work from home.

87

5 years ago

A voice-activated assistant that uses machine learning and a proprietary technology to identify critical situations and send messages to users’ phones. The app is meant to serve as a safety companion when users are out and about, guiding them through social situations, helping them get home safely, and handling the occasional emergency.

86

4 years ago

A company building a platform that allows consumers to buy accessories for their smart home devices from a single marketplace, thereby simplifying the buying experience.

86

4 years ago

A tool for helping people create a stay-at-home network of family and friends.

86

4 years ago

Smart WiFi is building a platform that lets users control their home WiFi networks with an app, allowing users to adjust their devices’ bandwidth to network-appropriate levels, and to turn the network off altogether.

86

4 years ago

This is a startup that builds a “tiny home” for people with mobility challenges.

86

4 years ago

A home Wi-Fi router with an app to manage it. The startup wants to provide a way to manage home routers with an app instead of the current manual process.

86

4 years ago

A company that’s building a platform for “unbundling” smart home devices so that you can choose from a wide range of products made by different companies.

86

4 years ago

A buyer’s guide for the home chef. The startup wants to help people learn how to cook new dishes without having to get too technical.

86

4 years ago

The startup wants to bring on-demand personal chef services to the home. The company is looking to use a similar model to that utilized by Uber, with the chef being independent contractors who deliver food to the customer.

86

2 years ago

This startup wants to turn self-driving cars into a service, allowing users to book a ride in advance so they can go home from the airport, or just get a ride to a nearby restaurant. Uber has a similar service in a few cities.

86

4 years ago

A company that provides indoor voice commands for Amazon Echo or Echo Dot in the home, including turning on and off lights, opening doors, and playing music.

85

4 years ago

A “remote headquarter solution” that provides a virtual office for employees who work from home.

85

4 years ago

A platform that connects homeowners with local contractors to provide home maintenance and repairs. The startup is currently focusing on Chicago.

85

4 years ago

This startup wants to let people pick up items from stores and drop them off at home, giving them a chance to earn extra cash without having to haul everything around themselves.

85

4 years ago

The startup is building a platform to help “millennials buy houses”. The startup wants to help millennials move into their first homes, saving them thousands of dollars in mortgage costs and time.

85

4 years ago

A startup that allows you to request a specific craft beer from any bar in the world and get it shipped to your home for free.

85

3 years ago

A startup for goods and services, focused on home goods, DIY, and food.

85

3 years ago

A startup where community members can connect with one another to provide services, such as baby-sitting, home maintenance, and pet care.

85

5 years ago

A platform for connected, voice-controlled appliances. For instance, a homeowner could speak to the system to turn on the lights in their home.

84

4 years ago

A virtual reality headset that can show you a 3D map of your home when you’re on vacation.

84

4 years ago

A startup for health care professionals offering concierge medical services, including home health care, mental health care, and the provision of medical equipment.

84

4 years ago

Building a platform that lets users to buy and sell home goods via a marketplace. The startup has already secured a partnership with the Indigo chain of bookstores, and is looking to launch in New York City soon.

84

4 years ago

A platform that helps people find and book home services, like cleaners and handymen. The startup currently has 30 employees and is profitable.

84

4 years ago

A company that puts solar energy on the roofs of existing homes.

84

4 years ago

A mobile app that helps you find your way home after a night out

84

4 years ago

The Zon is an app that helps you monitor your home’s energy usage. It’s a simple app that can be linked with any Nest or Honeywell thermostat to track temperature, humidity, lighting, and air quality.

84

4 years ago

A way to find homes for sale in your area, with listings from landlords as well as customers themselves.

84

4 years ago

A “smart” LED bulb that can be controlled directly from the iPhone. The company is targeting the home automation space.

84

3 years ago

Real estate startup that helps landlords and home sellers manage their properties by providing analytics on their real estate portfolios.

84

3 years ago

A company that allows for easy and secure access to your house from anywhere – even if you’re not home.

84

3 years ago

The startup is building an online marketplace for loans that are secured by select assets, such as cars, homes, or boats.

84

3 years ago

A ridesharing app for the homeless, which lets people buy rides in exchange for money.

84

2 years ago

A company that wants to help the homeless by providing them with a digital passport.

84

4 years ago

An API for home energy-monitoring, aiming to make it easy for users to track their energy usage. The startup is targeting the UK market by building on the existing Home Energy Rating System (HERS) that the government uses.

83

4 years ago

A startup that helps you manage the logistics of your home-owning life. For instance, it helps you plan for holiday guests, help with shopping lists, discover new places to eat, and more.

83

3 years ago

A platform for granting loans to the homeless in the Philippines. The startup has 2.4 million members, and has processed more than $1.6 billion in microloans.

83

3 years ago

The startup sells a 3D-printed “smart” kitchen that helps you control your home appliances from a smartphone.

83

3 years ago

An online insurance broker that connects carriers with homeowners.

83

2 years ago

The company is building a platform that will allow customers to order a pickup or delivery from any of the company’s partner restaurants, regardless of where they are, and have it brought to their home.

83

4 years ago

Smart contracts for the real estate industry, which are built on top of Ethereum, allowing parties to create smart contracts for leases, escrows and home sales.

82

4 years ago

Voice-activated home and car security devices that run in the background and alert you if there is an issue.

82

4 years ago

A startup that wants to build modular, self-contained smart homes

82

4 years ago

A new Uber-like platform for on-demand delivery. The company plans to use the same technology that powers the on-demand delivery app to streamline the process of getting food delivered to your home.

82

4 years ago

A platform for letting developers build apps that work across different connected home devices.

82

4 years ago

A startup that aims to make the labor of grading college essays and homework effortless

82

4 years ago

A platform for artists to create videos of their paintings and sell them to people who can’t make it to their home.

82

3 years ago

GZ delivers gadgets, such as a $300 Apple TV, to customers’ homes and charges a convenience fee for delivery, which is cheaper than going to a brick-and-mortar store.

82

3 years ago

A home maintenance platform, initially focused on the UK

82

5 years ago

A company that plans to disrupt the supply chain by assembling “smart factories” in the home. Their prototype is a $1,500 kit that helps turn home-based tools into smart factories that can automate production and produce customized products.

81

4 years ago

A startup that helps developers build smart-home systems. The startup has raised $20 million in venture backing and currently has a team of 15 in San Francisco.

81

4 years ago

A chat app that lets you order food at home and pay ahead of time. The startup has already worked with two restaurants in New York City to demonstrate the concept.

81

4 years ago

Tastebuds helps restaurants and home cooks save money by paying suppliers directly and automating day to day operations.

81

4 years ago

A startup that matches people looking for a house to a homeowner who wants a renter

81

4 years ago

A company that makes home security systems that can be monitored from anywhere. It takes a user-friendly approach to things like dummies, cameras, and sensors to make a security system feel like a home.

81

4 years ago

A developer and designer for building web apps for the smart home market.

81

3 years ago

A tool to track and forecast the health of your office or home.

81

3 years ago

The idea here is to create a mobile app that can connect your mobile phone to the Internet and alert you when you get near a specific location. The app displays the location and sends an alert with directions so you can find your car and get home from the grocery store.

81

3 years ago

A startup that is building a marketplace for students to rent private tutors for their studies, allowing students to have one-on-one sessions with teachers who have the flexibility to come to students’ homes and classrooms.

81

3 years ago

A web-based remote control application for your home security system.

81

4 years ago

The startup is working to make the task of maintaining and protecting clothes easier and more efficient. The company’s app helps users scan clothing into the app at home, and then sends them to a “laundromat” where they can drop off their clothes for washing.

80

4 years ago

An on-demand pest control service for homeowners that finds pests, estimates how much it will cost to remove them, and then, in a few days, sends the homeowner a text message to let them know a technician is on its way. It’s a $500 million industry in the US.

80

4 years ago

A company that sets up home security systems for its customers, using a subscription model.

80

4 years ago

A platform to enable building and sharing of home automation systems using an open, open source platform.

80

4 years ago

A startup that lets anyone—including home-based workers—get paid for their time doing simple tasks.

80

4 years ago

A way to pay people who are sick to stay at home, thereby freeing up hospital beds.

80

4 years ago

A mobile app that allows home cooks to more easily search and share recipes, and more.

80

4 years ago

A wearable device that allows people to control their smart home devices with their movements without having to go hands-on.

80

4 years ago

A startup that’s building a home-grown cryptocurrency which they hope will be more widely adopted than Bitcoin.

80

4 years ago

A platform that helps in-home service providers, such as plumbers, electricians, and painters, get paid faster.

80

4 years ago

This is an app that tells you which room in your home you spend the most time in, and how that time compares to the time you spend at work, with friends, etc.

80

4 years ago

The startup is building a “tamper-proof” connection for contractors and home-owners to send money to each other without the need for a bank account.

80

4 years ago

A grocery delivery service that aims to combine the best of Amazon Prime, Instacart, and GrubHub. It’s a business that makes sense in a city that has no grocery store within a half mile of most homebuyers.

80

4 years ago

Helping people in Africa and Brazil to share their homes with strangers.

80

3 years ago

puts a centralized home for app developers that helps them store code, manage apps and track their performance, and submit them to app stores.

80

3 years ago

This is a new service that connects college students to help with their school work. Students can get a tutor via video chat, with the tutor providing help on homework and tests.

80

4 years ago

A new way to sell and manage mortgage loans. The company wants to disrupt the industry by using artificial intelligence to manage home loans and lower cost by removing the middleman.

79

4 years ago

This is an effort to build a social network around the "sharing economy" that "provides more complete information related to people and homes" on the sharing economy than exists anywhere today.

79

4 years ago

A startup connecting people who need rentals with homeowners who want to rent out their homes. The company wants to allow renters to search for homes within a specific price range and go directly to the homeowner.

79

4 years ago

A “work from home” app that allows the user to access their employer’s office remotely via a tablet or a PC. The startup wants to remove the barriers that exist between employees and their work.

79

4 years ago

A company that wants to be the fabric store for the home, allowing consumers to order custom-fitted clothing.

79

4 years ago

A company that builds drone delivery systems, using drones made by 3D Systems, for delivering packages to homes.

79

4 years ago

A startup that enables users to find the best deals on home improvements, by aggregating data from local stores.

79

4 years ago

A startup for public housing residents in Los Angeles. The startup provides home repair services to residents who otherwise don’t have access to those kinds of services.

79

4 years ago

A tool for building custom shopping lists for the home

79

4 years ago

Programmable, open-source home IoT platform.

79

4 years ago

A digital assistant that controls your smart home devices.

79

4 years ago

This startup is building a “mobile workbench” for independent contractors using the same tools as an in-house workers. The startup is working with over 50 contractors in their home city of Boston.

79

3 years ago

A startup that’s creating an “of-the-moment coupon” marketplace. The startup wants to build a marketplace that allows users to buy and sell coupons that are valid for events happening that day, and then print them out at home.

79

3 years ago

A “smart” home assistant that helps you maintain a tidy home

79

3 years ago

A platform to help companies help their customers at home. The company is focused on items like smart plugs, smart bulbs, and smart bulbs to make sure they're installed at the right place and working properly.

79

4 years ago

A tool for people in need of homeownership financing with access to traditional lenders.

78

4 years ago

A web-based platform to manage home loans and their property taxes. The company is currently in beta and has raised $185,000.

78

4 years ago

A company that allows users to create their own custom-built home security cameras. Users can select from a variety of cameras, lenses, and mounting options to create a custom system.

78

4 years ago

A startup that helps entrepreneurs in the US get their home-based businesses into compliance with the tax code. It’s also a service that has helped 35 lawyers in the Bay Area file taxes in just over 3 hours, typically via telephone.

78

4 years ago

A platform that helps law firms and real estate agents sell homes that they didn’t actually list on the MLS.

78

4 years ago

It’s an AI-powered app that lets you make low-cost, sustainable, end-to-end custom versions of your favorite products at home.

78

4 years ago

A startup that helps those who can’t afford to buy a home take out a mortgage. The company serves people in the top 1% of wealth in America, who can afford to purchase a home but might not be able to afford one outright.

78

3 years ago

This startup is building a smart home device that can help you turn on lights and get the thermostat balanced while you’re away.

78

3 years ago

The startup aims to create a new kind of fire extinguisher for homes, replacing the “expired” pressurized fire extinguisher with one that is part of the wall and meant to be used on the spot, at which point its contents are automatically activated.

78

3 years ago

A company that makes software that helps homebuyers — especially first-time buyers — make informed decisions on what to buy when they’re buying a home.

78

5 years ago

Idea: A home security system that leverages a camera that’s focused on the door to see when someone is coming in.

77

4 years ago

A new company that wants to provide an API for integrations between all kinds of smart home devices.

77

4 years ago

A cloud-based platform for home-surveillance systems built on personal computers.

77

4 years ago

Helping people put their home into a rental portfolio. The startup’s platform is meant to help investors see the potential return on investment of the investment portfolio, and to help them decide when to sell or hold out for a higher return.

77

4 years ago

This startup is building a platform for people to buy and sell services through a peer-to-peer marketplace. It’s currently selling services as a service, ranging from cleaning to home maintenance.

77

4 years ago

A startup so people can get their next oil change, tune up, or tire rotation delivered to their home via the internet.

77

4 years ago

An interior design app that lets users share with others their dream home in 3D.

77

4 years ago

A platform for homebuilders to communicate with their customers, allowing them to update price guides and send out newsletters.

77

4 years ago

A startup looking to create a new kind of light bulb, which it says will help transform the home into a more efficient and healthier place to live.

77

4 years ago

A ticketing software that allows you to pick up tickets from local venues and print them out at home (or by mobile app)

77

4 years ago

A maker of home automation products and services.

77

4 years ago

Another two-sided marketplace that connects homeowners and home improvement professionals with the skills and materials needed to get a job done.

77

4 years ago

A way to get instant quotes for home repairs and improvements, then pay them on the spot.

77

4 years ago

A platform that provides a way for small business owners to meet on-demand with a concierge for small tasks, like booking a car, managing a home project, getting a driver’s license, etc.

77

4 years ago

A system for managing contracts and legal documents, with a focus on small businesses, startups, and home-based workers.

77

4 years ago

A digital alternative to the physical world for worker training, meant to allow companies to become more efficient by paying their employees to work at home.

77

4 years ago

A U.S. startup that aims to give people with chronic diseases access to at-home medicine.

77

4 years ago

An on-demand, on-the-go, and on-the-nose resource for Pittsburgh families interested in buying a home in their city.

77

4 years ago

A web and mobile app that helps anyone interested in buying a home. Users can search for homes, find listings, and get contract details before making a purchase.

77

4 years ago

A chatbot to help you schedule home maintenance and repair, with an iOS and Android app to help you track the job.

77

4 years ago

Host a movie night for up to 20 friends and family members with a home theater system.

77

4 years ago

A startup that turns everyday objects into impulse buys, with a home decorator-like service for shopping and buying things you don’t need but want.

77

3 years ago

A platform that helps communities to be more aware of issues like homelessness, hunger, and unemployment.

77

3 years ago

A startup that wants to bring the Airbnb business model to the stay-at-home domestic help market

77

3 years ago

A startup that allows users to rent out their cars, bikes, and boats and earn money in the process. In the US, there are a million people who use Airbnb-like services to rent out their homes each month.

77

4 years ago

A subscription-based business that connects customers with home health care providers.

76

4 years ago

A cloud-based tool to prevent nursing home abuse by monitoring patient activity and alerting nursing homes if a resident is being abused.

76

4 years ago

A startup built for homes in hospitals in the US with an array of features including a delivery calendar, room-to-room reminders, mood tracking for patients, and in-room video conferencing.

76

4 years ago

A startup that helps homeowners advertise their homes for sale using Facebook ads

76

4 years ago

A startup that wants to use artificial intelligence to build a better homescreen. The startup is building a “universal” homescreen that can be customized.

76

4 years ago

A company that crowdsources ideas for new products for Nest, Google's smart home brand.

76

4 years ago

A startup that wants to bring self-driving delivery and home service robots to your home. It’s a simple 3-step process to get a robot to bring you a clean or cooked meal in under 30 minutes.

76

3 years ago

A startup to track and share maintenance and repair services at home

76

3 years ago

A new service that connects customers with people they can call to help with home repairs.

76

3 years ago

A homeware startup that makes a glass-door kitchen island, but they don’t know yet how much they’ll charge.

76

2 years ago

A startup that helps home-buyers find and finance the right home loans using a combination of data from bank mortgages and credit score information about the buyer.

76

5 years ago

Idea: A home security company for Latin American households, primarily in Mexico. The startup is focused on providing internet-connected cameras that allow users to see and talk to visitors while they’re away from home.

75

4 years ago

Trying to make the smart home as easy as possible for consumers.

75

4 years ago

A cloud-based marketplace for home services. The startup says it’s already in use in 100 cities in 13 countries, with over 30,000 professionals.

75

4 years ago

This startup is building a service for customers to access their smart home devices from a mobile app, and for customers to configure device settings from a mobile app.

75

4 years ago

A startup that allows guests to share photos from their travel with their friends and family at home.

75

4 years ago

“We’re a real estate tech company that helps real estate professionals get paid.” The startup wants to help people lease out their homes and get paid — and make sure everything is done in compliance — all in real time with a mobile app.

75

4 years ago

The company is looking to provide an “app store” for home-based businesses, letting them easily create custom apps for their business, using the startup’s API, hosted on their own servers

75

4 years ago

A startup that helps retailers like Home Depot, Lowe’s and others manage their supply chains. The startup’s platform supports companies like Macy’s, Target and Best Buy, among others.

75

4 years ago

Pitching itself as a “Yelp for people”, the startup is a curation app for people looking for to work from home gigs.

75

4 years ago

A way to streamline the process of getting a home loan and financial information, as well as a way to compare interest rates.

75

4 years ago

A tool for making your home a smart home. The app is a one-stop shop for managing all the smart devices in your home.

75

3 years ago

Empowering people with disabilities to improve their quality of life through home accessibility and independent living products.

75

3 years ago

A company that sells a kit that allows you to mix your own juices, juices, and other drinks at home.

75

3 years ago

An educational tool to help students with homework. The startup aims to make the process of learning more engaging and fun.

75

3 years ago

A home-based career coaching system for women. The startup is currently in the testing stage, and plans to launch in the New York City area.

75

3 years ago

A startup that helps students organize homework assignments, grades and other school-related tasks.

75

3 years ago

A platform that connects home-based businesses, including services like furniture assembly, with customers. The company’s founders say it’s not a home cleaning business, but rather a better solution for customers who need help organizing and scheduling their home cleaning services.

75

3 years ago

A smart home system that helps isolated seniors stay in touch with family, friends, and the community. It’s based on a simple app that collects information from a set of sensors in the home and alerts the caregiver to any changes or changes in the senior’s routine.

75

5 years ago

Idea: Fixing the security holes in the smart home

74

4 years ago

A professional recruitment platform for people who want to work from home. The startup is currently in YC, but is still raising funds.

74

4 years ago

A startup that makes it easier for people to get home deliveries from local restaurants, as well as offers a mobile payment system.

74

4 years ago

This startup is building a digital marketplace for homes, allowing sellers to find buyers and get an instant appraisal of the home they’re selling.

74

4 years ago

A startup that aims to build a “Google for the home”, so you can find all your household goods online.

74

4 years ago

A tool for real estate agents to help clients make smart decisions about buying houses. The startup is building a toolkit for agents to help their clients follow the market, understand the value of different homes, and make smart decisions.

74

4 years ago

A startup that wants to make it easier to remotely and securely manage and update home and office devices.

74

4 years ago

A startup that lets people host video conference calls in their homes. The company is building out a platform with tools to make VR meetings more accessible.

74

4 years ago

A “true” concierge service where homeowners and renters can get help with things like groceries and dry cleaning

74

4 years ago

A paid subscription service for people looking to take their homes to the next level, with plans starting at $399. They want to create a “designer” lifestyle for people that want to buy a house but don’t want to do a lot of the hard work.

74

3 years ago

A “smart” vacuum that can detect allergens in the home and automatically clean it, with a camera and microphone to monitor cleaning and maintenance.

74

3 years ago

This is a real estate brokerage that will handle all payments and escrow for the home-buyer, which the company says is a first in the industry.

74

3 years ago

In-home health care is a $100 billion industry in the US and $5 trillion worldwide. Startups like Health2Go and TeleCare are trying to make it easier for health care workers to provide medical services at home.

74

3 years ago

A platform to help businesses and consumers on the US West coast find the best time to buy and sell homes.

74

3 years ago

A platform bringing together real estate agents, landlords, homebuyers, and home sellers.

74

4 years ago

A company that promises to make owning a house a more transparent and understandable process for consumers via their online platform known as RealtyShares. The company is a real estate marketplace that uses blockchain technology to help potential home buyers and sellers compare properties to find the best deals on the market.

73

4 years ago

A tool for people buying homes that allows the buyer to see the price of a house in relation to rent and other similar properties within a couple miles. It’s built on the premise that anyone buying a home should be able to see how much rent it would take to pay off the mortgage.

73

4 years ago

An online marketplace for selling and buying high-end furniture and other home goods.

73

4 years ago

The startup is building a platform for the gig economy, letting people earn money through online activities, like cleaning homes, or driving Uber. It’s currently focusing on Indonesia.

73

4 years ago

A community-based streaming platform that allows users to host live events from their homes that you can view from the website or mobile app.

73

4 years ago

A VR/AR platform that uses 3D scans of real estate to present you with a virtual walkthrough of a home or apartment. The startup is currently in private beta and has raised $1.5M.

73

4 years ago

A platform for home cleaning services that allows customers to choose a maid, book a cleaning, and track the progress of their order.

73

4 years ago

The startup is building an in-home PC that simplifies the process of purchasing and using digital, and cloud-based consumer products through the web.

73

4 years ago

A product that helps you manage your home with a series of sensors — and it’s aimed at large-scale consumers.

73

4 years ago

A web and mobile app that aims to make it easier for people to find affordable housing. It’s meant to help people in their “We’re building a team to help more people find the right home at the right price.”

73

4 years ago

A company dedicated to helping real estate agents manage the management of their clients’ homes. The company wants to make the process of selling a home easier for agents.

73

4 years ago

An online marketplace for home cooks, enabling online customers to make online orders of prepared meals that they can pick up at their own home.

73

4 years ago

A home insurance startup that aims to provide better customer service and lower rates by acquiring less expensive medical data. The company also has a service where it can put together a customized health plan for you.

73

4 years ago

An API that allows users to request a product to be shipped to their home and picked up by someone who works for the company instead of being shipped to a customer’s home.

73

3 years ago

A tool for home sellers to easily list their properties on the internet. It’s a hybrid of the real estate listing sites Zillow, Trulia, and Redfin, with a few other features.

73

3 years ago

A company that sells a device that allows people to control a wide variety of home automation products from thermostats, to door locks to motion sensors and more.

73

3 years ago

A company building a “digitally-enabled” grocery store in which you can order your groceries on your phone and they’ll show up at your home instead of having to pick them up in store.

73

3 years ago

A startup that helps people who want to buy a home, but don’t have the money to put down a deposit. Instead, they can put down a small down payment for a mortgage and use the rest of the money to pay for the house at a later time.

73

2 years ago

Inspired by the stories of people who become homeless, this startup is helping families get back on their feet with housing and financial support.

73

4 years ago

A startup that wants to build a “self-serve” marketplace for home repair and maintenance services.

72

4 years ago

This startup is building a chatbot that can help you map out your home renovation or design project. It's available in English and Spanish.

72

4 years ago

A tool that lets you manage and schedule your home’s electricity consumption.

72

4 years ago

A healthcare company that makes a portable smart home oxygen monitor for patients at home. The startup wants to make it easier for patients to track their oxygen levels.

72

4 years ago

A startup that makes smart-home devices that can tell you when your blinds need to be opened or closed.

72

4 years ago

A tool for teachers to use to assign homework in class. The startup is pitching their product as a “Google Docs for homework”.

72

4 years ago

A startup that wants to bring in-home grocery shopping to a billion people.

72

4 years ago

Whether it’s a home loan or a new business, if you need financing, you look for a lender who won’t make you sweat about late payments and other problems. Greenlight is a new startup that wants to be the go-to-lender for all types of loans, offering better terms and lower fees than traditional lenders.

72

4 years ago

A company that allows people to rent out their homes, providing revenue to homeowners and also serving as a revenue stream for Airbnb-like hosts.

72

4 years ago

This startup wants to build a drone that sends up a camera and monitors the main entrance of a home, alerting the homeowner if a stranger enters.

72

3 years ago

A home-based financial education company for low-income families. It aims to teach families about budgeting, saving and investing.

72

3 years ago

A startup building products for home improvement stores to bring in more high-end customers.

72

3 years ago

A programmable lock that can be used by consumers and businesses to control access to their homes, offices, and cars.

72

3 years ago

A startup that wants to disrupt cleaning companies by making it easier for people to get their homes cleaned online.

72

3 years ago

Open source software that allows people in the UK to save money on their energy bills by keeping their homes warm through energy efficiency.

72

2 years ago

A startup that connects employers with people who want to work from home. The company says it’s already had more than $1 million in revenue, and is growing quickly.

72

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where they test out your home and tell you about what is good and what is bad about your home

71

4 years ago

A social enterprise that sells a monthly subscription to its members, who can use the service to get a cup of tea in their home or a drink in a restaurant. The company hopes to provide a service to the growing number of people who do not have access to this basic human necessity.

71

4 years ago

A home care startup helping families with elder care and adult day care. They plan to use a network to match older adults with families that need care.

71

4 years ago

This startup is building a universal smart lock for renters and homeowners alike.

71

4 years ago

The startup is trying to disrupt the home buying process by letting users make offers on a property they want to buy, without any money down. They’re also building a mobile app that helps buyers track homes they’ve been interested in.

71

3 years ago

A startup that helps homebuyers track down previous owners and negotiate to buy a home.

71

3 years ago

The startup is building a platform that they say will “make it easy to find, purchase and sell homes.”

71

3 years ago

A platform that lets you order and interact with a smart home, like a smart toaster or smart coffee maker, over a secure messaging interface.

71

3 years ago

This startup wants to launch a new way of getting healthcare, which is more personal and cheaper. By using a home-based device that records symptoms to answer questions like: “How are you feeling” “What’s happening with your lungs” “How do you compare to your doctor’s predictions”

71

3 years ago

A startup that helps foster parents or others who want to become a foster parent learn about the process, find a family and make a home.

71

3 years ago

A company that helps parents assign homework and get it done.

71

3 years ago

A home services startup that helps homeowners book home-care shifts and deliver those services to people over the phone.

71

3 years ago

A desktop app that lets you make a virtual tour of your home.

71

3 years ago

An on-demand service for sending delivery people. It’s the first startup to use the Lyft API to provide rides to the home of a delivery person, then send the rider a text when the order is done.

71

2 years ago

A startup that helps home buyers find homes that are available for sale within the next few months.

71

2 years ago

A startup that develops AI-driven tools to help real estate agents accurately estimate the value of a home and determine who it is most likely to appeal to. The company is also developing software to help real estate agents find and obtain financing for properties.

71

4 years ago

This startup is building an online marketplace for people seeking to rent out their spare rooms, apartments, or even their entire homes.

70

4 years ago

A platform for lenders to buy home loans and for homeowners to refinance at lower interest rates.

70

4 years ago

A home-sharing app that connects renters with hosts and includes an expense ledger, an app to hold meetings, an inventory system, and a database of contacts. The company is focused on the hospitality and hospitality-adjacent industries.

70

4 years ago

The startup is building a network of smart locks that work with a variety of home automation systems.

70

4 years ago

A startup that’s building a subscription service for which tech-savvy people share their homes for short periods of time to help make them more affordable for other people. The founders already have over 1,000 customers.

70

4 years ago

A “social workspace” that is a virtual home for kids to hang out, play, meet their friends, and do their homework. The startup is based in San Diego and is working on a $10 million round.

70

4 years ago

A real estate startup in the UK that uses AI to find the perfect time to buy or sell a home for the best price.

70

4 years ago

A startup for building with wood and other building materials — the product being a new way to buy and sell wood-based furniture, building materials, and home decor.

70

3 years ago

This startup is building a smart-home security system that can be controlled with a mobile app, or with a smart speaker like the Amazon Echo.

70

3 years ago

A startup that’s building a home automation system for people who want to live in a more connected and automated home, but can’t do it themselves because of the expertise required. The startup wants to help people create a home that’s more secure and that integrates with the rest of their online lives.

70

3 years ago

A real estate app for buyers and sellers, combining technology and human capital to pinpoint the highest and best bid for a home and help close a deal.

70

3 years ago

The startup aims to simplify the process of purchasing a home by bringing all relevant parties together, like real estate agents, borrowers, and homeowners. Customers can sign on with a single email address.

70

3 years ago

Fintech startup that allows home buyers to use cryptocurrency to purchase their mortgage.

70

3 years ago

A company that makes home care robots for seniors, which can be programmed to perform physical tasks like cooking and cleaning.

70

3 years ago

A company that aims to make working from home easier by providing a single inbox for all work-related information, from customer inquiries to invoices.

70

3 years ago

"We are a company that builds, licenses and sells automated kiosks that allow you to go grocery shopping without leaving your home."

70

3 years ago

A startup to help stay-at-home parents manage their children's activities.

70

3 years ago

A startup for watching sports and other live events, with a focus on baseball. For example, MLB.TV provides you with access to the home team's uniform and logo, game schedules, and game stats.

70

3 years ago

A startup that aims to make it easier for people to sell their homes to others. The company helps sellers navigate the paperwork, create a listing, and finalize their sale in as little as two weeks.

70

3 years ago

Building a platform to help small businesses take advantage of the concept of “grocery stores” or “grocery for your home”.

70

3 years ago

A way to track and manage multiple work-from-home jobs, so you can see a full picture of where your work-from-home money is going.

70

3 years ago

It’s a solution to remove the middleman from the process of selling a house. It’s currently focused on helping first-time homebuyers find their dream homes.

70

3 years ago

The startup uses crowdsourced data to help people find a new home or apartment within a 10-mile radius.

70

5 years ago

Idea: A company that makes a home security camera that only records when it detects a loud noise.

69

4 years ago

A platform for small-time home contractors to bid on large construction jobs. The startup is being incubated by Y Combinator. This startup takes a relatively new concept, the gig economy, and applies it to construction, which is a relatively old concept.

69

4 years ago

A tool that allows anyone in the world to spend time in the United States in the same way they do in their home country. This startup wants to make it easy for people to live in the US temporarily, which they say would create about 15 million jobs.

69

4 years ago

Motion is a startup that aims to bring “a world of motion” to the world of digital art. It wants to make it easy for video creators to create video art and animations from the comfort of their home.

69

4 years ago

A startup that makes it easy for designers to create products that are printed and shipped to the customer’s home.

69

4 years ago

A search engine for apartments and houses, this is a company that wants to help renters and homeowners find the best deals.

69

4 years ago

A mobile app that allows people to rent out their homes instead of selling them.

69

4 years ago

After school for kids ages 6-12, which combines a social club with professional development and homework help. Following the success of their pilot in Los Angeles, The After School Club is expanding nationally.

69

3 years ago

A “voice-controlled assistant” meant to be the next iteration of Amazon Echo, but with a focus on controlling lights and other in-home devices.

69

3 years ago

A platform that can help customers find and book home cleaning services, with a focus on cleaning and other domestic services. The company plans to eventually expand it to help them find other services, like babysitting and pet care.

69

3 years ago

FeedMe is a food delivery service that uses a mobile app to deliver meals to people who have a disability, helping them cook and eat at home. The startup is currently in Y Combinator's Summer 2017 batch.

69

3 years ago

A company that uses a decentralized network to help refugees find work and get them quickly back to their homes, because their own government isn’t letting them leave.

69

3 years ago

A payment and lending platform for the sharing economy, including Airbnb and Uber. It allows people to borrow money and pay for things like ridesharing and home sharing, with some flexibility over the conditions of the loan.

69

3 years ago

A company that makes a smart doormat, which is to say, a smart door mat that can open and lock itself when you’re at home.

69

3 years ago

A new way to find and discover homes in a marketplace. The startup is building a platform that connects buyers with sellers.

69

3 years ago

A startup for home cooks that allows them to network with each other and get inspiration for new recipes.

69

3 years ago

A startup that helps schools and universities share lesson plans and curriculum with their students, who can follow them at home on their smartphone.

69

3 years ago

A platform that pairs homebuyers with rehabbers, allowing them to swap services (like carpet cleaning or in-home staging) and receive a discount.

69

3 years ago

A SaaS platform for helping home sellers list properties online. The startup wants to be the place where you can go to sell your home online.

69

3 years ago

A store in an e-commerce platform that sells wood gasifiers and other such home-based heating products

69

3 years ago

A “personal steward” for the homeless. The startup works with homeless shelters, putting in their time and earning them a living wage.

69

4 years ago

A platform that lets people share and sell their homes for rent through a website or app. The startup is looking to take all the middlemen out of the home rental market.

68

4 years ago

A “green” formula for cleaning your home without using harsh chemicals.

68

4 years ago

A company that helps real-estate agents sell homes by offering a part-time gig as a virtual realtor.

68

4 years ago

A home automation widget that allows users to control the devices in their home with a single app.

68

4 years ago

This startup is building an easy-to-use, low-cost home automation solution that lets users combine and control various smart devices to automate their home.

68

4 years ago

A startup connecting smart home ecosystems to the Internet of things.

68

4 years ago

Tech startup X-Ray Vision is building a smart home security system that uses AI to identify security risks, including things like motion and sound, and send alerts to homeowners. It’s currently in beta testing in New York City and San Francisco.

68

3 years ago

A medical device company building a high-performance, low-cost endoscopy system that can be used by physicians at home or in the field.

68

3 years ago

A startup that helps build more affordable, modular homes in places that have historically been difficult to build. The company has built affordable housing as part of the Green City Solutions program in Philadelphia.

68

3 years ago

This startup is building a new type of chatbot that helps you at home, based on the same AI that powers Siri and Alexa.

68

3 years ago

This startup’s goal is to make sure that every home in America has a smoke detector, and for them it’s about saving lives.

68

3 years ago

A B2C company that helps home owners improve their homes through the use of smart technology.

68

3 years ago

A tool for home-sharing platforms to manage the ratings and reviews that the hosts of their listings get from the renters.

68

3 years ago

A mobile app that enables people to share their kid’s homework with their parents, providing a virtual notebook.

68

3 years ago

The startup is developing a new kind of appliance that can be used both inside and out of the home. It can be used as a coffee machine in the kitchen, a set-top box in the living room and as a smart plug elsewhere.

68

3 years ago

A home automation platform that can be installed on a home’s thermostat and provide alerts when a user is coming home or an alarm goes off.

68

3 years ago

A startup that is building an IoT-based smart home system, with an inbuilt app that you can use to control your home. The idea is that the startup itself is a hardware hub, connecting hardware from different vendors with a single app. The company is backed by Y Combinator.

68

2 years ago

A startup that sells custom made furniture and home decor to consumers.

68

2 years ago

A startup aiming to build an “Amazon of home improvement”. The company, which is based in Texas, has grown to 1400 employees, and is looking to expand and expand into the US and Asia.

68

4 years ago

A group of entrepreneurs in San Francisco who are building a tool for managing the logistics of selling a house. The app, called Apprise, is meant to help sellers manage their home and prepare it to list on the market.

67

4 years ago

An online platform that helps people find, compare, and buy homes across multiple mortgage lenders based on their needs.

67

4 years ago

A home care service that helps seniors find caregivers to stay in their homes.

67

4 years ago

A startup that helps people set up mailboxes in their homes. It’s currently in beta and is building an API for customers to build their own services using the company’s design.

67

4 years ago

A startup that helps consumers get the best price on their home insurance. The company is looking to add a service to its apps that helps save users money by comparing rates from different insurers and letting them know which one is the best deal.

67

4 years ago

A SaaS platform for agents to automate the registration, listing, and management of the sale of a home.

67

4 years ago

A software that helps homebuyers, real estate agents, and mortgage brokers to make better purchase decisions by using data analytics and visualizations.

67

4 years ago

A “re-imagining” of the typical private jet experience, with a pitch to “create a home-away-from-home” experience. The company says it’s already booked more than 100 customers and will charge $1,500 for a flight.

67

4 years ago

A startup that wants to make a “smart” speaker that can be “activated” via your smartphone. It’s a new category for Amazon that is beginning to compete with Google Home.

67

3 years ago

A startup for scheduling repairs at home and work. The company currently has 3 employees.

67

3 years ago

A startup that provides a smart home platform that adapts to the user's needs. By way of example, if you want to get off the couch, it will order pizza and start a movie.

67

3 years ago

A startup that delivers food and groceries to people who are at home, not just those who can actually cook.

67

3 years ago

A platform that lets people buy their food online and have it delivered to their homes. The startup aims to replace delivery services like Uber Eats, Grubhub and others with a centralized platform that consolidates all of food delivery operations.

67

3 years ago

A tool for real estate agents to manage a client’s home from the front desk, using new technology to track who’s in each room, what needs to be done, and how much it will cost.

67

3 years ago

A tool for homes that helps predict and address emergency situations like fires and floods. The startup says it’s already sold over $1 million worth of its fire and flood sensors since launching in early august.

67

3 years ago

A “text-based” personal assistant for home and cars, “powered by machine learning and AI”.

67

3 years ago

A company that helps installers set up and troubleshoot smart home devices, with a team of moonlighting technicians in America and a support desk in India.

67

3 years ago

A startup that offers a free app to help law enforcement better track down people who have run away from home or are at risk of running away.

67

2 years ago

An online marketplace for equipment and tools to help people build and remodel their homes.

67

2 years ago

A smart home technology company that’s building a smart lock that can be controlled by an app.

67

2 years ago

A tool to make it easier for people to get food delivered to their homes. The startup hasn’t launched yet, and is still looking for angel investors.

67

5 years ago

A software company that provides a “home security” solution for homeowners that also includes automation features.

66

5 years ago

Online home store for India where customers can buy and sell in a peer-to-peer format.

66

4 years ago

This startup is building a “smart” house. The startup’s devices monitor activity and make adjustments to the home’s heating and cooling system based on those activities.

66

4 years ago

A startup that builds small, easy-to-use robots for the home

66

4 years ago

The startup is building an automated system to help real estate agents find homes in their area that are in need of repair.

66

4 years ago

A software developer for the connected home, based in Denver.

66

4 years ago

This is a startup that wants to use the Internet of Things to create a more intimate relationship between a person and their home.

66

4 years ago

A digital assistant that provides a list of things to do when you get home on the weekends.

66

4 years ago

A real estate startup that helps people buy homes online and offer them to buyers on-demand.

66

3 years ago

A software startup helping operators with their voice over IP (VoIP) systems. The company is working to make their system easier to use and more reliable, with the goal of helping small businesses and home users to keep costs down while they build their customer bases.

66

3 years ago

A startup building a platform for tracking and accessing “big data” from people’s homes, including their thermostat, lighting, blinds, and more.

66

3 years ago

Software that helps people manage the annoying and complicated practice of setting up a new home in the US. The company’s founder, who is an engineer in Brazil, built the app to help friends and family move.

66

3 years ago

A B2B platform that helps people decide what to do with the Amazon Alexa-enabled devices they already have at home.

66

3 years ago

A startup that wants to build a home broadband network using mesh networking.

66

3 years ago

A startup that helps restaurants, small businesses, and homeowners get more cash back from their credit card rewards.

66

3 years ago

Building an app that allows users to rent out their homes on Airbnb (or other portal) while earning extra money on the side, with the extra money going towards their mortgage.

66

3 years ago

A system that lets people rent unoccupied houses for short-term travel or for rentals of the equipment that would normally be used in those homes. It would also help people who want to move to new places quickly, and helps landlords looking for short-term renters for their homes.

66

3 years ago

A platform to help people who want to live more sustainably, making it easy to track energy, water and food use in your home.

66

3 years ago

An AI assistant for the home. It can read emails and book flights, answer questions about sports and politics, and even transcribe audio.

66

3 years ago

A company that helps people buy and sell homes amongst like-minded people on a social network. It has just launched in the UK, and has just launched in the USA .

66

4 years ago

In the same vein as OwnPeep, this startup aims to allow you to share your furniture browsing history with friends and family members so they can help you find the perfect furniture for your home.

65

4 years ago

A physical store that sells groceries to consumers, which they deliver to their homes or offices. The company wants to reduce the costs of grocery delivery by 1,000% and offer food delivery service to consumers who don’t want to shop for groceries themselves.

65

4 years ago

Home stores that use 3D printing and holograms to show off products in neat environments.

65

4 years ago

A “social network for people working from home”, aimed at helping them find things to do and make new friends. The startup also has a product for businesses that “want to run their own social network for work from home”.

65

4 years ago

A web app that helps freelancers find and manage work from home jobs.

65

4 years ago

A web-based solution that aims to help people go from homelessness to housing in 24 hours. The startup wants to help people navigate the often complex process of moving into permanent housing.

65

4 years ago

A digital assistant for the home, meant to help people with tasks like cleaning, dinner plans, and grocery shopping. The startup wants to make the “art” of home-keeping as easy as possible, and is looking to partner with larger companies to bring their product to the US.

65

4 years ago

This B2B startup is developing a new kind of connected home, where one of the main functions is to help users manage the energy consumption of their homes. The startup is also trying to simplify the process of getting a home inspection, which can be a confusing process for first-time home buyers.

65

4 years ago

A startup that builds a search engine for the Internet of Things. The company’s first product is a smart thermostat that displays your home’s energy usage.

65

3 years ago

A digital adviser that helps with finding a home to buy.

65

3 years ago

A platform for people to share their home decor ideas, and help others to buy items that match their style.

65

3 years ago

A startup that helps customers connect their smart home devices to their utility companies for easier energy management.

65

3 years ago

Dave is building a tool for managing discounts on home improvements.

65

3 years ago

A home-services startup that connects customers with vetted experts in a variety of fields. Customers can book appointments with specialists, such as plumbers and electricians, via the platform.

65

3 years ago

A startup for shoppers to compare prices on things like home insurance and auto loans. Borrow lets people take a credit card number and borrow money against it, so you get the money you need and pay it back with the money you make.

65

3 years ago

A startup for home security systems, where sellers can list their products for sale.

65

3 years ago

A startup for home services, intended to be the go-to place for hiring a plumber, electrician, or handyman.

65

3 years ago

A startup that makes a smart home product called the “Tilt,” a hub that can connect to other smart home devices, such as the Nest thermostat, to make them work together to save energy and set schedules.

65

3 years ago

A platform for home health care workers to connect with patients, share information and get paid. The platform is meant to minimize the time that people spend waiting on hold while they wait to speak with a doctor.

65

3 years ago

This startup is building an “intelligent” home management system that uses machine learning to automate things like lighting, climate control, and heating/cooling. The system learns from the user and builds out of a user’s preferences and habits.

65

3 years ago

A startup that wants to help you save money on your energy bill by helping you find energy-efficient products in your home.

65

3 years ago

This is an app that aims to help users find and book a babysitter, health care provider, or in-home service.

65

2 years ago

is building a service for homebuilders that allows them to create virtual tours of homes before they are built so they can plan and budget for them.

65

2 years ago

A home security and automation platform for homeowners to control their home appliances from anywhere.

65

2 years ago

A startup that is building a network of solar-powered communities to power homes, businesses, and campuses.

65

4 years ago

This startup is building a mobile app that will let you buy just about any product — from a couch to a chandelier — and have it delivered to your home in less than an hour.

64

4 years ago

A startup that brings a digital assistant to the grocery store. This service allows customers to request items by name, then have the store deliver the items to their homes.

64

4 years ago

A startup for selling home goods. Things are sold from the company's warehouse, shipped to the buyer, and then the item is sold on Amazon.

64

4 years ago

Opendoor is a software company that wants to become the Amazon of home rentals. The company acts as a broker between homeowners and short-term renters. It’s made several large investments in recent years, including $117 million in new capital in November 2018.

64

3 years ago

A customer service platform for home builders. Home builders want to be able to track the progress of their projects and be able to visually see that they are on track. It’s a B2B business.

64

3 years ago

A startup building a “smart” robotic assistant for home use.

64

3 years ago

A lighting company that aims to help people build a home interior that’s “as much art as it is décor.”

64

3 years ago

This startup has built a “smart-home-monitoring” system that lets customers know when their home thermostat is set to off or on.

64

3 years ago

A private security firm that guards luxury homes and offices against intrusion. The startup is based out of Chicago, where the cost of living and real estate prices are high.

64

3 years ago

A problem with the traditional home health care system is that it’s too time-consuming and expensive for board-certified nurses to manage, according to the startup.

64

3 years ago

A startup that’s bringing a new type of insurance to the real estate industry. The startup is building a platform that will allow people to insure their homes in the event of a fire.

64

2 years ago

A platform for people to find and sell used cars and bikes, and rent out items in their homes.

64

5 years ago

Idea: A startup that wants to build a “Bloomberg terminal for the Internet of Things”, aiming to help companies that make connected devices from cars to smart homes maintain security.

63

4 years ago

This startup is building an app that allows users to build a homepage for their business and then upload content from their phone, giving them a little more control of their online presence.

63

4 years ago

A computer for your car. The startup is in the process of prototyping a car computer that replaces the car’s in-dash screen. It’s compatible with most vehicles and smart home systems already on the road. The startup has raised $1.5 million to date.

63

4 years ago

A platform that provides a way to record and monetize video of real estate transactions. The startup wants to build a platform that helps home buyers get a better deal by having a video of their property recorded by a professional videographer.

63

4 years ago

A recent engineering graduate who landed his first job at Airbnb after dropping out of college. He’s building a startup that helps homeowners manage the process of selling their homes after leaving their landlords. Clients work with Clew to clean out their homes, give professional photos, publish their listing online, and receive bids.

63

4 years ago

A real estate startup in Spain and Mexico that provides a sign up and lease management platform for sharing vacation homes. The startup launched in January with 100 properties in Mexico and 100 in Spain, and is still in beta mode.

63

4 years ago

A startup that is creating an app that allows people to identify and book haircuts, color treatments, and other hairstyling services in their home or office. The startup is also partnering with salons to offer financing options for salon services.

63

4 years ago

A startup that helps real estate agents manage their homes. The startup’s technology aims to eliminate the paper trail of homes, keeping them in one place so agents can easily track and make changes to the house.

63

4 years ago

This startup co-founded by basketball player Kevin Durant is building a platform for housing developers to find and sell homes online. The startup’s database of pre-vetted homes is curated.

63

4 years ago

A home inspection app that combines technology with a human inspector, who can take photos and video on the spot.

63

3 years ago

A real estate data company gathers and organizes data on thousands of homes for real estate agents and brokers. The startup also has a plan to help real estate agents track which homes are selling for the most money, based on their data.

63

3 years ago

The B2B startup puts online services directly from manufacturers of goods like tools, and retailers like Home Depot, into mobile apps for professionals to buy products

63

3 years ago

This startup wants to take the pain out of the laborious process of negotiating real estate in India by allowing direct communication between buyers and sellers. The startup also wants to make buying and selling homes more transparent and streamlined.

63

3 years ago

A tool for employees to set their own schedules via an API, so employers don’t have to worry about when people are coming to work or going home.

63

3 years ago

A startup that wants to bring grocery stores to the internet, allowing consumers to order groceries online and have them delivered to their homes.

63

3 years ago

A home energy provider to customers who want to cut their bills. The company wants to make the process of switching energy providers as easy as changing your phone plan.

63

3 years ago

An online marketplace for modular furniture that lets you customize it to your home and decor

63

3 years ago

A startup that builds on the idea of a home-owner’s insurance policy, but with a focus on preventing fraud.

63

3 years ago

A food-delivery startup that takes the hassle out of eating at home by delivering food prepared by local chefs — a much more inexpensive alternative to restaurants.

63

3 years ago

A food saver is a small appliance that acts as a meal delivery service, meaning the user can make a meal in the morning and have it delivered to their home at lunch time.

63

2 years ago

A startup for contractors and home improvement companies that allows them to create and manage all of their projects from one place.

63

2 years ago

A startup that wants to ship meals from a local restaurant to your home so you don’t have to cook.

63

5 years ago

Idea: A home security company that is turning your door into a touchscreen

62

4 years ago

This startup makes direct-to-consumer vitamins that are delivered to your home, by mail.

62

4 years ago

This is a software company that is building a tool to monitor and track the health of a fleet of electric vehicles. It wants to reduce the cost of maintenance and replace the need for a mechanic to come to the owner’s home.

62

4 years ago

A startup that offers a “secure, tamper-proof” way to rent a car by picking one up from a dealership and having it delivered to your home or office.

62

4 years ago

A startup that is building an IoT-based sensor in the home that allows users to track things like air quality, water temperature, and light to get alerts when something is out of balance.

62

3 years ago

A platform for the home care industry to grow, demand, and manage their services.

62

3 years ago

People in the US often travel to Europe to enjoy a summer holiday. But while they’re gone, they miss all the things they usually do back home, like seeing friends and family. So iHome wants to give them the ability to go online and see photos and videos of their friends and family back home who they miss during their trip.

62

3 years ago

A startup for community-built homes in the US. The creators say the average home costs $50,000 to build, but costs $50,000 to maintain.

62

3 years ago

The food delivery startup’s goal is to help the average American cook at home. The startup helps families cook dinner by delivering food in bulk and with recipes.

62

3 years ago

A device that helps detect if a home has lead poisoning, with a baked-in educational platform

62

3 years ago

A startup that delivers alcohol to people’s homes whenever they want it.

62

3 years ago

A startup and marketplace matching tool for the crowdsourced home repair market

62

3 years ago

A company that aims to make the process of buying, selling, and leasing homes easier by creating a centralized marketplace for home financing.

62

3 years ago

Food-delivery service for the elderly and homebound that doesn’t require a driver.

62

3 years ago

A startup that wants to make the process of buying a house easier and more affordable. The company says they’re “building a national marketplace for homeowners to find and buy real estate properties.”

62

3 years ago

A company that helps average consumers find and buy the things they need for their homes on Amazon.

62

3 years ago

A startup that helps users get the most out of their “smart” home devices. The startup offers a software app that connects the home’s devices and makes them work together.

62

2 years ago

A startup that’s building a platform for customers to buy products and services online and have them delivered to their home or office. It’s a revamp of the traditional “pick-up in store” model.

62

2 years ago

A startup that wants to create a home care assistant that can handle your life from cleaning your teeth to buying your groceries.

62

4 years ago

The startup wants to “turn any couch into a smart couch”. The idea is that connected smart furniture can be an entry point into the connected home.

61

4 years ago

A company that is building a voice assistant for the blind, which is meant to be easier to use than others. “We are designing a system that makes it easier for blind people to navigate their homes, speak to their family and friends, and learn more about the world around them.”

61

3 years ago

A startup that creates fancy 3D models of houses from photographs and 3D scans of real houses. The company is using the data to help homebuyers visualize their new homes.

61

3 years ago

A fully-managed IoT platform for smart connected home devices, which allow people to create and manage connected home devices from their smartphones.

61

3 years ago

A digital tool for finding properties for sale, with a white-label version for home sellers. The startup is also building a tool for selling houses as well.

61

3 years ago

This web-based software for apartment and home owners to manage their property and rents. They’re now on their fourth site in the US, with plans to open in China and have a presence in Europe by the end of the year.

61

3 years ago

A company that sells a $50,000 security system made up of a garage door opener, a smart lock and a $49 video camera. The startup’s hardware is intended to let people live in their homes with their pets, and it has a product roadmap that includes a pet-friendly version of its camera

61

3 years ago

A network of real estate agents working remotely to help buyers find a home.

61

3 years ago

A company helping the elderly and disabled to stay in their homes, instead of nursing homes

61

3 years ago

A company that has built a $1 million/month home cleaning business with a team of four.

61

3 years ago

A startup that wants to simplify the process of cleaning your home. A robot will come in, vacuum, and charge you.

61

3 years ago

A connected home security system, with a plan to have a front door-based system, a camera-based system, and an in-home monitoring system.

61

3 years ago

A tool that connects people who want to buy a house with those who want to sell one. There’s no direct transaction, but the startup allows you to show up at a potential home owner’s house and show interest. When both parties agree, they enter into negotiations that are mediated by the startup. The company says it has signed up over 1,100 clients.

61

2 years ago

A startup that takes the hassle out of managing a home office, then allows you to manage the office via mobile device.

61

2 years ago

A startup that’s creating a new type of home security system that doesn’t use a key or a fob. Instead, the startup uses a smartphone app to arm and disarm a system that uses an algorithm to watch for intruders.

61

4 years ago

The startup is building a way for people to find the right place to live. It wants to make home-buying cost-effective and easy in the U.S.

60

4 years ago

A new way to book airfare with a focus on flexible travel options. The startup wants to expand the options to include home-away-from-home programs, and will work with companies to offer payment plans, etc.

60

4 years ago

A company that wants to build an artificial intelligence-powered assistant for the home that can help with many everyday tasks like making a reservation, paying bills, and buying things online. The startup is based in San Francisco.

60

3 years ago

The goal is to create a marketplace for members to rent out their apartments and homes, with the fee being a percentage of the rent and letting members pick their own renter.

60

3 years ago

A hardware startup that wants to make your home a smart one, with smart products like lights and door locks that could detect when you’re at home and turn on.

60

3 years ago

A platform for home services, including house cleaning, painting, and lawn and garden care. The company is using a referral model to build a network of home service providers and is currently operating in the UK and Singapore.

60

3 years ago

A startup that helps homeowners sell their homes and receive full-market value for them.

60

3 years ago

A platform for decorating your home and sharing it with others, where you can choose to have other people vote on your decor choices.

60

3 years ago

A startup that helps your home become an office. The startup offers a set of tools to manage and organize tasks, like setting reminders and adding action items to an ongoing project.

60

3 years ago

A personal concierge for people living in cities who want to rent homes in their neighbourhood.

60

3 years ago

A program that helps veterans and others with PTSD to access their medical records without leaving the comfort of home. The startup is providing a web-based platform to access electronic health records in a manner that is secure and private.

60

3 years ago

A cloud platform to manage and track assets, especially stuff like cars, vacation homes, and other investments.

60

3 years ago

A platform that helps developers build apps that work on multiple smart home platforms

60

3 years ago

A home-improvement startup that uses drones to inspect houses for leaks.

60

3 years ago

A startup that allows home sellers, who typically have a lot of personal information on their listing, to provide an online quote that sellers can easily adjust. The seller can see how much the buyer wants to spend, and change the price of the inventory.

60

3 years ago

A smart home platform that lets you control all your smart devices from one app. At launch, the company had over 3,000 users for its “Control” platform, which let you control light switches, thermostats, and more directly from one app.

60

3 years ago

A digital platform that lets people find and secure their homes after natural disasters.

60

3 years ago

A company that helps people figure out where their homes are in relation to more affordable new ones in their market.

60

3 years ago

A startup that wants to take the “real estate” aspect out of home rentals by allowing owners to use their homes as they please.

60

2 years ago

Homeowners can now get a home equity line of credit directly through the platform.

60

2 years ago

A startup to market and provide an alternative to traditional home loans for first-time homebuyers in the US. The company estimates their loan will be 20% less expensive than the average mortgage.

60

4 years ago

Think of it as a version of Slack for people who work from home, with tools to make it easier to track expenses and communicate with family.

59

3 years ago

A startup for home repair projects. It’s a platform for homeowners to get paid for providing services, which they’ll do by doing the job themselves or hiring someone else.

59

3 years ago

A startup that is building an AI assistant for home assistants, helping them take care of daily tasks for their users. The startup was founded in May and is looking to raise $1MM.

59

3 years ago

This startup is building a platform that lets people rent out their spare bedroom to complete strangers while they’re out of town. Renters use their own laptops and internet connection to control their home’s thermostat, light, and other settings.

59

3 years ago

A digital construction company for homeowners and builders, a platform for managing all the DIY projects in one place.

59

3 years ago

A direct-to-consumer platform for renting out unused or underused commercial space in your home or building, which can be rented at competitive rates through the website.

59

3 years ago

A way to help users find the best time to buy and sell a home, using data mined from Zillow and other sources.

59

3 years ago

A tool to help home-based businesses and freelancers keep track of invoices and client payments. The startup serves in the US, Canada and Australia.

59

3 years ago

A hybrid of the Amazon Dash Button, Google Home, and Alexa. It works with devices made by the company’s customers to order goods when they are needed and then remotely kick-back the cash.

59

3 years ago

A subscription-based service that lets you create and distribute your own recipes for home use. It also lets you connect with other people who have created recipes.

59

3 years ago

A tool for consumers to check the square footage of homes they want to buy, which the founders say has a large market in the U.S.

59

3 years ago

A startup that takes a page out of the Amazon Alexa playbook, allowing users to have a conversation with their home. It’s being marketed as a way to teach kids about the home and its components, while also helping parents control their kids' lives by monitoring their movements.

59

3 years ago

A startup that wants to change the way people buy and sell their homes. It’s currently only available in the Bay Area.

59

2 years ago

SaaS business that helps consumers find the best deals on home loans.

59

2 years ago

A startup that aims to help people quickly and cheaply pay for home repairs and improvements.

59

3 years ago

This startup is a distribution platform for home goods. They are currently working with partnerships with several brands, including Royal Caribbean and Quintessentially.

58

3 years ago

Placement is a platform that allows people to hire home care workers by assessing their needs and then matching them with a professional who can help. Placement also allows users to manage their care-giver’s pay, schedule and benefits.

58

3 years ago

A company building a programmable, modular “smart” house. The company is currently building a smart-grid home in Portland, Oregon, and designed to be highly energy efficient and modular. The idea is that by building this type of home, the owner can install or upgrade the systems as she sees fit.

58

3 years ago

A real estate data platform that lets people sell and buy homes directly with one another.

58

3 years ago

A platform that allows users to control lights, music and other home entertainment systems via their smartphones and computers.

58

3 years ago

The startup is meant to help people with colds breathe easier by creating a way to track their symptoms and home-remedies. The startup plans to launch in the UK this winter.

58

3 years ago

The product could be used as real estate agents, but the startup is targeting homebuyers who are willing to test a new type of home before buying it.

58

3 years ago

A new way for home buyers to get financing for renovations to their homes.

58

3 years ago

A startup that connects a person seeking a home with a real estate agent to help them find a place to live

58

3 years ago

A “simple, secure, and non-invasive way to deliver health care”, including an in-home device to monitor sleep and wakefulness, a wearable device to track activity, and a connected thermometer.

58

3 years ago

Crowdfunding for the purchase of a new home.

58

3 years ago

A company that builds software for linking online shopping carts and the backend systems that manage them. The company is selling the software to online retailers like Home Depot and Amazon.

58

2 years ago

A startup focused on video surveillance, pitching a “smart home camera system” that lets you use a smartphone as a remote.

58

2 years ago

A tool to help people find the best home for their pets — whether it’s a house or a dog park — based on how their pets interact with other pets.

58

4 years ago

A smart home lighting and thermostat system that connects to Wi-Fi, so users can control the system from anywhere.

57

4 years ago

This startup is working to create a new version of the Raspberry Pi, which will be smaller and better suited to control things like smart home appliances and lighting and other IoT devices. Right now, companies like Amazon and Google are building their own mini PC and smart home-computing devices, but RightBit hopes to make it cheaper and easier for other hardware makers to produce their own.

57

3 years ago

Enliven is building a platform for sellers to sell their homes and decor online. The startup aims to build a marketplace for all sorts of things, from hand-made goods to vintage wares to fitness equipment.

57

3 years ago

A company that helps customers build and install solar panels on their homes.

57

3 years ago

A digital marketplace for real estate services where people can list, rate, and review homes.

57

3 years ago

A company that wants to create a platform that allows people to find, hire, and pay for home cleaners.

57

3 years ago

A US-based company that’s building a lending platform for homeowners in Japan. The company’s offering is a line of credit that has a goal of 5% of the value of the property. They’re looking to launch in Tokyo and New York City.

57

3 years ago

A startup that helps companies with the creation and maintenance of a “Smart Home”. The company’s services can help set up a smart home, or train an existing one on how to be smart.

57

3 years ago

A startup that wants to make fast, easy, and cheap food at home, with a system that cooks rice, noodles, and many other items. You set the time, temperature, pressure, and food and it produces a bowl of ready-to-eat food.

57

3 years ago

A company that aims to make an “energy-harvesting” machine that can harvest heat from space and use it to heat homes.

57

3 years ago

A startup that makes a new version of the classic game thisisyourhome.com, an interactive game where players search for clues to win points and solve the mystery behind a burglar.

57

3 years ago

A network of people and companies that help you find the best home loan from a larger pool of lenders, and lower the interest rate you pay.

57

2 years ago

A startup that helps the homeless with a database of homeless shelters, offering up-to-date information about shelters and a way to help them by donating to the shelters.

57

2 years ago

Home healthy eating and exercise plans that are personalized to you with your goals.

57

2 years ago

This company is looking to build a platform for helping people automate their homes, with voice-activated control.

57

2 years ago

This startup wants to use machine learning to help students with a common homework problem — taking notes in class and organizing them.

57

3 years ago

This “Airbnb for Doctors” is letting people rent out their homes and apartments for temporary medical offices.

56

3 years ago

A real estate broker is building an application that helps people buy, sell, and rent their homes in order to make their lives easier.

56

3 years ago

A company that sells a cheap smartphone that connects to a Wi-Fi router in the home and turns it into a smart home hub.

56

3 years ago

A company that makes an app for parents and teachers to track children's homework and assignments, in addition to providing a digital library of school materials.

56

3 years ago

One of the most ambitious startups at Demo, Abhi makes a “facial recognition” security system that can be installed on home doors or windows to let you know when someone tries to come in.

56

3 years ago

A startup that lets people control lights, temperature and other home equipment.

56

3 years ago

A way to rent apartments, houses and other homes via a website that enables users to book and pay for the space at their own convenience

56

3 years ago

a real estate startup that helps renters to maximize their stream of income from their homes.

56

3 years ago

A startup that’s building one of the first collaborative platforms to help people find and book in-home beauty services. It’s the second big beauty startup to launch in the past few weeks.

56

3 years ago

A platform for home-based businesses that helps connect customers with local services. The platform is built for people who have a service they provide and want to sell it, but only want to do that part-time.

56

3 years ago

A platform that promises to keep your home and security system in good working order, with a real-time dashboard that shows activity and alerts.

56

2 years ago

A tool to help people who are blind or visually impaired find their way around the world. The startup’s CEO, who is blind, says that her son was lost in a mall and was able to use the startup’s product to find his way home.

56

2 years ago

The company sends homeowners a notification whenever the valuation of their home drops, to help them get a good deal in a market that’s been red hot recently. The startup says it has saved more than 400 homeowners money in 2018.

56

2 years ago

These guys are building a platform to connect entities like hotels and cabs and trains to the intelligent IoT devices that are becoming commonplace in cars and homes.

56

4 years ago

A platform for companies to give their employees mobile access to work from home, like Slack, which lets them access their emails and files. It’s already in use by over 300 companies.

55

4 years ago

This startup launched in March in the UK and is planning to expand to the US. The company is building a phone app that connects people to someone who can perform home inspections for them, and is currently running a pilot in the UK.

55

3 years ago

Maven built a platform to help companies choose the right furniture and decor items for their space. The startup is looking to build selection into every major furniture store and home improvement store in the country, but has just a few hundred customers.

55

3 years ago

An on-demand platform for contractors to arrange services like small home repairs, car repairs, and easy on-site services.

55

3 years ago

A hardware startup that aims to enable more automation and less manual labor in the home.

55

3 years ago

This startup is focused on helping teachers find the right school for their kids. The company says most parents are using apps like Zillow and Homeschool Planet to find their kids the right school. However, they point out that these apps have a lot of limitations, like not being able to help parents find everything from the school’s name to the school’s PTA or its approach to discipline.

55

3 years ago

The main purpose of this startup is to help people make their own products at home and sell them. It uses the Amazon marketplace to take orders and deliver products, and has a whole suite of tools for manufacturers to use.

55

3 years ago

The company makes a home security system that uses geofencing to automatically turn on lights and unlock doors when a person is near the house.

55

3 years ago

Helping homeowners with home improvement projects and fixing problems with their mortgages.

55

3 years ago

A crowdfunding platform for nonprofits, aiming to help people raise money and volunteer for causes closer to home.

55

3 years ago

A platform for selling and buying custom made furniture. With the startup, homeowners can design and order furniture by uploading a 3D file or by choosing from over 1,000 furniture designs from other users.

55

3 years ago

A company that allows you to use your Alexa skills to control your smart home.

55

3 years ago

A startup that’s building a platform for maintaining the energy efficiency of buildings. They’re looking to partner with builders, utility companies, and homeowners.

55

3 years ago

This startup is building a home security platform for families that can be used with a smart phone, tablet, or computer.

55

3 years ago

A startup that’s essentially Airbnb for VR. They allow users to host virtual tours of their homes and events in VR.

55

3 years ago

"We are building an entire chain of connected devices that make a home fully automated. We call it the “internet of things” and it will include the things you love but it will also include the things you don’t love."

55

3 years ago

A platform for home cooks to sell their recipes online. They target high-end consumers looking to buy a one-of-a-kind product.

55

3 years ago

A home security system for the elderly, which uses live video and sensors to track and monitor elderly members when they leave the house. The startup is pitching as a way to help people feel safe and be able to live independently in their homes.

55

3 years ago

A startup in the “marketplace for under-served people” space. It’s a marketplace for people who might otherwise be homeless.

55

3 years ago

A platform to easily order and manage a variety of home services from one location.

55

2 years ago

A startup that makes your house a smart home hub

55

2 years ago

You can now create a garage door in minutes with the help of an app. Your garage door has a camera and connects to your phone via an app. You can use the app to see what’s going on in your garage, and if you get home and find that the door isn’t closed, you can open it from your phone.

55

2 years ago

An AI assistant for work-at-home moms. It allows moms to keep track of tasks, kids, and errands via an artificial voice assistant

55

2 years ago

A platform that helps consumers find doctors that are willing to provide at-home medical services.

55

2 years ago

A group that makes it easy for homeowners to track and understand their home’s energy use.

55

4 years ago

A web app that helps people find joy in the everyday. You’ll be able to build a home page or blog, then use it to share content with friends, or invite others to join in.

54

3 years ago

A platform that lets homeowners and renters connect with each other and build a pool of resources for what they need.

54

3 years ago

A tool for home-based business owners to manage all aspects of their online presence, such as: online stores, social media, advertising, marketing, and more.

54

3 years ago

A company that uses AI and machine learning to help retail designers and store managers create the best apparel and home décor in the world.

54

3 years ago

A company that builds “smart” tools for home cooks and foodies. They’re looking to develop a web-based platform for those who want to cook, with a calendar, shopping list and recipe editor.

54

3 years ago

A company that builds automation into the healthcare system for home usage, for example fitting an ECG monitor (like those used for EKGs) into a wheelchair. It currently has a pilot with the University of Toronto.

54

3 years ago

A new way for homeowners to sell their homes, with no agent fees and no commissions.

54

3 years ago

Dandelion is a “smart” home monitor that can detect over 1500 conditions in real time.

54

3 years ago

A startup that helps your kitchen and home office become a “smart place”

54

3 years ago

A mobile app for the homeless and people in need, meant to track how much food is being distributed and how it’s being consumed.

54

3 years ago

A food delivery service that delivers fresh, healthy, home-cooked meals to people’s homes.

54

2 years ago

A company that wants to help home-buyers assess the cost of potential renovations to their homes.

54

2 years ago

A platform to help users create digital home-based businesses

54

3 years ago

A company that’s building a platform to make it easier for people to manage their home security, with a hub that’s meant to support additional hardware over time.

53

3 years ago

The most popular city for the founders of the top 50 startups, based on talking to founders, was New York. The city was home to 10% of the startups and the rest are spread across the US, including Silicon Valley and Seattle.

53

3 years ago

A startup that enables online students to do homework over Skype.

53

3 years ago

A startup that wants to create a one-stop marketplace for healthcare and home goods — from doctor’s appointments to kitchen essentials. It’s a B2B business, with healthcare providers handing over their patients to a doctor to manage their care and sending in goods.

53

3 years ago

A Realtor who wants to disrupt the housing market by building a platform that allows anyone to create homes online and sell them with a “low overhead single-property model.”

53

3 years ago

The startup is looking to build new smart homes in partnership with manufacturers.

53

3 years ago

A “smart grocery store”, a place where you can buy groceries using a card that’s linked to your membership, and then pay for them using cash or a card of your choice. The checkout process is designed to be more efficient than the one you’d get at a traditional grocery store, with the goal being to get your groceries home faster.

53

3 years ago

“A platform for the sharing economy,” allowing people to share their cars, homes, and other items with those who need them. The company’s average trip is $10, with the average rental lasting two hours.

53

2 years ago

A new way for restaurants to get food to people’s homes.

53

2 years ago

A startup that aims to help home-based businesses with services that help them grow.

53

4 years ago

A startup that aims to make it easy to share a meal without needing to learn how to cook or give a recipe. It’s a bit like Grubhub, but for the home.

52

4 years ago

A startup that is building a digital platform for helping real estate agents track their clients’ needs and make recommendations. The platform, which is built on top of an app, allows agents to scan the home of a buyer or seller to find out what needs to be done, and offers those needs to the agent’s network of clients.

52

3 years ago

A startup that offers a health insurance product to protect homeless people in the UK.

52

3 years ago

A startup that wants to design and manufacture open source 3D printers for schools and home workshops.

52

3 years ago

An AI-driven platform for energy management for consumers. The startup wants to manage energy usage for smart home devices.

52

3 years ago

A startup that’s aiming to match home service providers with homeowners, connecting them with a single platform. The startup is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

52

3 years ago

A digital assistant that allows you to ask your Alexa-enabled home device to do things like send a text message (for example, to someone with a mobile phone), set an alarm, or set a reminder.

52

3 years ago

The startup is building an app that lets people monitor the status of their home, like the temperature in their garage, or how long it takes to charge their car.

52

3 years ago

A tool that allows you to replace the browser’s home and back buttons with gestures.

52

2 years ago

A startup that makes it easy for consumers to find and buy affordable, high-quality handcrafted products from home

52

2 years ago

A platform that provides users with a device that manages the electricity usage of their home automatically. The company claims to save up to 80% on energy costs with this technology.

52

2 years ago

Let’s say you’re selling a home with a pool. You’d like to have a company that does all the work for you, and someone who takes care of the pool while you’re gone.

52

2 years ago

A way to connect with local experts for small jobs around the home

52

2 years ago

A tool that allows teachers to assign homework using their own email accounts.

52

2 years ago

A company that helps customers use Apple's HomeKit to control third-party gadgets.

52

4 years ago

A global money transfer service designed for developing countries. The startup wants to make it easier for people to send money to family members back home, and for startups to test new products in markets that have a lot of pent up demand.

51

3 years ago

This startup is creating a mobile app and website to help low-income families get home loans.

51

3 years ago

A startup that monitors the health of your home, automatically alerting you to issues you might otherwise let slide. The company uses a team of market researchers, data scientists and a network of professional home inspectors to make sure it can competently monitor the health of your home.

51

3 years ago

A temporary housing company that provides apartments, homes, and guesthouses to homeless people.

51

3 years ago

A real estate platform that tracks home values, market activity, and more, helping owners sell their homes.

51

3 years ago

A platform that helps customers find the right contractor for a home renovation and renovation service.

51

3 years ago

This startup’s platform allows people to turn their home into a shared office space.

51

3 years ago

A community website for people who live in apartments and are interested in buying their own home, with an app that helps potential homebuyers get pre-approved for a mortgage.

51

3 years ago

A food delivery app for home cooks and chefs, with a new feature that allows people to create and share recipes.

51

3 years ago

A tool for setting up emergency events for the homeless, their friends, and supporters. The startup uses a mapped interface to organize people and events, and then helps organize logistics like phone calls, note taking, and transportation.

51

3 years ago

An online platform for “smart” or “connected” homes, allowing them to control appliances and lights with a smartphone.

51

2 years ago

A digital tool to help consumers choose the best solar panel for their home.

51

2 years ago

A company that wants to make home energy monitoring more accessible, so people can get a better understanding of their energy usage and get more accurate billing from their utilities.

51

2 years ago

A team of students from the University of California Berkeley is building a software company for home inspectors that helps them get certified and increase their clients.

51

5 years ago

Idea: A startup for local home services (eg plumbing, electrical, landscaping) The company is also building out a mobile platform called On-the-Job that it says will allow customers to book services directly from their phone and schedule appointments

50

5 years ago

Idea: A tool for building out voice interfaces, powered by Alexa, Google Home, and Google Assistant.

50

3 years ago

This is a new venture from the co-founder of the company that spent $8,000 on a round of venture funding to make a $400 smart phone. The company is building a home security camera that can use AI to alert its users of intruders. The founders were inspired by the startup that once owned their smart phone.

50

3 years ago

A portfolio of services that helps people get the best possible price for their home. The startup brings together agents and home inspectors to help you get the best price for your home.

50

3 years ago

A startup working to make it possible for everyone to consume a beef jerky product from the comfort of their own home.

50

3 years ago

A company that wants to bring real estate into the cloud, redesigning the way we do things like list homes for sale and track listings.

50

3 years ago

A startup that wants to build a better way to manage your real estate investments, including home equity lines of credit and real estate crowdfunding investments.

50

3 years ago

A platform for homeowners to organize their real estate listings and see how much their houses are selling for in an area.

50

3 years ago

A startup that wants to take over the world of home health care. It’s a direct-to-consumer platform that allows consumers to book in-home visits from nurses, physical therapists, and other health care professionals.

50

2 years ago

A company that helps people build their dream homes in California. The startup wants to build a marketplace for people to find and buy land.

50

2 years ago

A company that connects buyer and sellers of furniture and home décor in the US.

50

2 years ago

A startup that provides an interface for users to control the temperature of their home’s air conditioners.

50

2 years ago

A startup offering a fully self-contained neonatal incubator for home use.

50

2 years ago

A platform that aims to connect customers and online sellers on eBay, Walmart and Amazon. The aim is to create frictionless commerce where people can find products that are designed to fit their lifestyle and home.

50

3 years ago

A startup that aims to make real estate investing easier for first time buyers and home-sellers by building an app that gives them access to financing, real estate tax advice, and home-value estimates.

49

3 years ago

Postmates wants to create a platform for businesses to deliver food and other items to homes through a network of local independent contractors.

49

3 years ago

A “home-grown” fashion e-commerce platform built on the Japan-centric model of shop-in-shops.

49

3 years ago

"We are a software company that helps people who are under the influence to find a safe way home."

49

3 years ago

A home security camera startup with a focus on the UK market. The startup aims to make it easy for customers to find and buy the best security camera for the price, then manage their security camera with a simple app.

49

3 years ago

The startup is building a smart home assistant that can help you check the weather, control your thermostat, and manage your home’s lighting, security and home-automation systems in a single app. They’re targeting the $3.2 trillion connected home market.

49

3 years ago

A startup that helps users reduce the cost of their energy consumption, building “solar-powered” homes that can be used as a blueprint for other buildings.

49

3 years ago

A platform for homeowners to replace their dated windows with energy efficient vinyl windows without having to call a contractor.

49

3 years ago

The company is a digital home for the owners of small businesses.

49

3 years ago

This is a startup that’s using technology to simplify a process that plays out every day in retail: sending packages to a customer’s home. The startup is building a team of carriers that can send packages for businesses, in a process that can range from as simple as a drop-off to as complex as a package delivery.

49

3 years ago

A platform that simplifies the process of selling and buying real estate. It partners with agents to bring listings to users’ phones, and also lets users find homes by searching for neighborhoods.

49

2 years ago

A new startup that combines the concept of “micro-hiring” with crowd-sourced labor to provide remote workers with some of the benefits of working from home, without the hassles.

49

2 years ago

A food delivery startup that is building a platform to enable food delivery through everyday foods. This is a startup with an interesting business model: instead of going after restaurants, the startup is focused on delivering to people’s homes.

49

3 years ago

A company that helps financial institutions sell home loans and mortgages online

48

3 years ago

A mobile device that gives you access to data and apps while you're on the go. The company also wants to make it easy to view data at home on a TV screen.

48

3 years ago

A platform that helps home-based businesses hire virtual assistants and manage the logistics of their work. The startup says the business of hiring virtual assistants is worth $25 billion.

48

3 years ago

A non-profit that uses analytics to help the homeless find housing. The startup is using data-driven tactics to help homeless people search for housing and the resources that go with it.

48

3 years ago

A virtual phone system that lets you make calls from any connected device in your home. The startup wants to make the business of phone systems obsolete.

48

3 years ago

A platform that allows people to donate their unused internet data from home, mobile, or laptops to people in developing countries

48

3 years ago

A subscription platform for DIY projects, with a focus on home improvement projects. The startup is looking to help homeowners save money on their home improvement projects by removing the need for a contractor.

48

3 years ago

An on-demand service that pairs a plumber with a homeowner, with the plumber providing on-demand services. The startup is currently in LA, and has been in operation for six months.

48

3 years ago

A tool for managing the upkeep of homes, like lawn care and painting.

48

3 years ago

A platform that provides insurance quotes for a range of services, including taxi rides, car repairs, and home remodeling.

48

3 years ago

This startup is working with the Department of Homeland Security to develop a strategy to help companies fight cyberattacks and hack attempts.

48

3 years ago

A company that uses the power of crowdsourcing to help the homeless. The startup has already built a series of widgets for the New York City subway system that provide homeless people with a “home away from home”, where they can shower, receive assistance and be housed.

48

3 years ago

A shared home-sharing economy website for small apartments. Rental prices vary based on demand, and the startup wants to take a cut of the rental income.

48

2 years ago

This startup wants to help homebuilders design and build smart houses, and is building an open-source platform to do so.

48

5 years ago

Idea: This startup wants to make it easier for companies to bring their employees to their home office The startup also is looking to build out a system that allows people to give feedback about the experience

47

3 years ago

A company that looks to build a new type of home security system that can link up with your smart home devices.

47

3 years ago

A startup for home improvement products for customers who want to make custom products. Provides a service for customers to create their own products and then market them online.

47

3 years ago

A non-profit that uses AI to help the homeless and indigent, with a focus on building an on-demand delivery system for healthy food.

47

3 years ago

This startup wants to be the Uber of laundry, letting you drop off your clean laundry with a driver and have it delivered to your home.

47

3 years ago

A real estate company in Brazil that gives homebuyers financing and access to other services to facilitate the purchase of homes.

47

3 years ago

A startup meant to help people find and use the best home security system for them. The startup says it has $500,000 in revenue after launching in July 2018.

47

3 years ago

A startup that connects home improvement services with homeowners, allowing both to post and find service-based jobs.

47

2 years ago

An online service that connects internet-connected devices in homes with a wireless mesh network for home automation and Internet of Things. The company is a spinout from MIT.

47

2 years ago

A startup focused on the smart home market in China. The company has a team of 25 engineers and is building a smart hub that connects everything in the home to the internet. They’re aiming to be the Amazon of the smart home in China.

47

2 years ago

A “virtual assistant for the home”, that gives “instant, custom advice to keep your home running smoothly”.

47

3 years ago

A startup that allows a person to do “self-service” for their home and car. The application, which is built on the Salesforce platform, allows users to change their locks, adjust thermostats, and get the latest on manufacturer recalls.

46

3 years ago

A startup that creates a platform to help employees and employers organize their work from home. The business is built around a mobile app that allows employees to give out time-slots for work and employees to accept them.

46

3 years ago

This is a startup that lets people rent out their homes in a similar fashion to Airbnb. The startup’s CEO, Will Yang, was recently named to Forbes 30 Under 30 list of rising young entrepreneurs.

46

3 years ago

A software company that helps mortgage originators identify their customers’ best mortgage rates and provide that information to homeowners.

46

3 years ago

A multi-purpose tool for the home which can be used to monitor or control connected devices in the house

46

3 years ago

A platform for teachers to grade homework digitally, for students to send feedback, and for parents to view progress. Right now, it has over 1,000 teachers using more than 5,000 students.

46

3 years ago

A company that wants to make it easier for people to make smart and safe decisions when renting out their homes. The aggregation platform will connect renters with homeowners and renters with landlords, and streamline the process for both parties.

46

3 years ago

The startup wants to help home owners create a single platform for all their home insurance needs, which would then be paid by whichever insurer they choose. The startup wants to help consumers easily understand their home insurance policy and get quotes.

46

3 years ago

Originally a home appliance company, the company has pivoted to an enterprise software company that aims to make it easy for companies to manage a large amount of data.

46

2 years ago

A company that makes 3D printing and 3D scanning affordable for home users.

46

2 years ago

A startup that makes it easier for international travelers to get visas for their home countries. They’re trying to build a modern replacement for the antiquated VisaHQ.

46

2 years ago

A smart home device that lets you tune and calibrate your home audio system in real-time.

46

2 years ago

A smart lock for your front door that automatically unlocks when you come home.

46

2 years ago

The company claims that "the app offers a great way to find and book a rental home near you, but it is missing a few important features to make sure everyone who needs a rental home, no matter how big or small, can find it easily."

46

2 years ago

Intelligent home security software that uses machine learning to predict intruders and notify residents of home intrusions

46

3 years ago

A startup building a platform for renting virtual assistants to help people with tasks like homework, online research, and more

45

3 years ago

The startup has created a platform for customers to purchase an electric scooter, and then set it up for the customer in their home. It also includes delivery and pickup.

45

3 years ago

A company making an office water cooler. The company also makes a water cooler for the home.

45

3 years ago

Requires high-quality images and videos to be uploaded, and then it will create a beautiful virtual tour of your home. The startup is also working on a mobile app to help people show off their homes to interested buyers.

45

3 years ago

This company is building a digital store that lets people buy, sell, and trade everything from cars to real estate — all from the comfort of their home.

45

3 years ago

A real estate-specific platform that helps people find homes that are more affordable than they’d find on their own. The startup is based in San Francisco.

45

3 years ago

A home-sharing app that allows tenants to manage their properties and post listings.

45

3 years ago

A startup that helps teams find friends, neighbors and coworkers who want to co-work or co-work at home

45

3 years ago

A way to easily buy and sell home goods on a new, peer-to-peer marketplace.

45

2 years ago

A mobile phone app that lets you set up a private listening room in your home. Available on iOS and Android.

45

2 years ago

The idea is that a virtual assistant can help people keep track of things like how many miles they travel each week, how often they go out to dinner, how much they spend on toiletries, and what they eat at home. Groopay is a subscription service that allows people to pay a monthly fee to automatically track their spending.

45

2 years ago

A sustainable and affordable home that can be assembled in a few days. The founders say the market for these structures is worth $100 billion.

45

2 years ago

A startup that connects home service providers, like plumbers, with customers. It’s also a platform for companies to advertise their services.

45

2 years ago

A company that sends food home to people who are sick, in home delivery for hospitalized patients. The startup cuts costs for hospitals and patients by delivering food on the patient’s behalf.

45

2 years ago

This is an app for home inspectors to track service calls in real-time. The startup aims to make it easier for small businesses to find a local inspector.

45

3 years ago

A platform that allows consumers to track their own energy consumption. Energy data is forwarded to the utility company, which then compares consumption patterns to historical patterns to determine energy consumption by individual home.

44

3 years ago

A platform that helps homeless people and veterans find jobs

44

3 years ago

An on-demand app for project-based services like home painting, lawn care, and upholstery.

44

3 years ago

A startup that connects businesses with home-based data entry workers to optimize their workflows and make the data entry process more efficient.

44

2 years ago

A startup that connects people with home services they need, like cleaning or plumbing.

44

2 years ago

Building a platform for developers to build apps for smart homes. The platform is meant to make it easier for users to control their homes with smart devices and is based on a smart home platform that the company built for its own home.

44

2 years ago

A startup that’s building a huge database of home inspections. The idea is that home sellers and buyers can find and compare homes using the data to connect to local inspectors for a better deal on a home.

44

2 years ago

A startup that helps you manage your home finances in one place so you can see all your bills and money coming in and out in one place.

44

3 years ago

A startup that is looking to bring the same sort of automation to a new market: in-home cleaning services. The startup is building a platform that will allow customers to schedule a cleaning service online and pay online (using a credit card), and then have a professional cleaner come to their house and perform the service.

43

3 years ago

This startup is building a little robot with a camera to help monitor your home while it’s not occupied, then alert you if there’s a problem.

43

3 years ago

A startup that creates a new way of selling homes by allowing people to list their homes online, provide a video tour, and get a full-price offer from a buyer before they move. Currently operating in the UK.

43

3 years ago

A home security system that offers “smart alerts” based on location and activity.

43

3 years ago

A SaaS company that helps businesses rent their excess property, with plans to also offer home re-sale opportunities.

43

3 years ago

A home security startup that uses a $15 camera and a $25 monthly subscription to give out a second-screen security camera experience to consumers.

43

3 years ago

This startup is building a platform for high-school students to create personalized homework assignments, and then store and organize those assignments in the cloud.

43

3 years ago

This company is a platform for sharing, renting and selling items, including furniture and home decor.

43

3 years ago

A startup that is building a travel-forwarding tool for people to find and book cheap flights from their home to the country they want to travel to.

43

2 years ago

A startup that’s building a digital home for millennials, which includes features like music, mood tracking, and data tracking.

43

2 years ago

A startup aimed at creating software for the housing market. The idea is to offer software that can help first-time home buyers find an ideal home in a specific area, based on location (large-city, suburban, etc.) and price range.

43

2 years ago

A platform that helps companies reduce their energy usage by up to 40 percent and cut their carbon footprint by 20 percent. The startup does this by pushing out energy monitoring and usage data to home appliances, which will then adjust their operation and usage to reduce energy consumption.

43

3 years ago

This startup hopes to make it easier for people to buy and swap in-home devices, providing a single platform for finding compatible parts, warranties, and repairs.

42

3 years ago

An on-demand marketplace for home healthcare workers. It helps consumers choose a caretaker and book them, and the caretaker gets a cut of the money they make.

42

3 years ago

Build an online platform that lets people play in their home and share their gameplay with their friends. The startup’s goal is to give the community an opportunity to play in the same game at the same time.

42

3 years ago

A startup that wants to make it easier for people to share their homes and apartments with friends and family by providing a solution that lets people access their space and control their systems with a smartphone or tablet.

42

2 years ago

A home services marketplace with a rich marketplace of home service providers.

42

2 years ago

A startup that helps people find and book home cleaning jobs, leveraging the power of Amazon’s Mechanical Turk.

42

2 years ago

A platform that brings meal kits to the home and stores it in the fridge.

42

3 years ago

A startup that helps people fill prescriptions in their own homes. The company aims to take the pain out of getting prescriptions and to bring more transparency to the process.

41

2 years ago

A way to help you make home repairs with your smartphone. The app works in tandem with a smart device that can monitor and record problems and will eventually be able to give you a quote and let you order materials from your phone.

41

2 years ago

A platform to connect businesses across the world with clients who want to hire talent in their home country. The startup aims to help the US employers find workers in Europe and vice versa.

41

2 years ago

A system for scheduling and organizing home services from trusted, vetted service providers. The startup has a $21,000 monthly recurring revenue business within the Philadelphia area.

41

2 years ago

A startup that enables local agents to sell their homes while they’re away.

41

2 years ago

This startup takes a page from the Airbnb playbook, allowing people to rent out their extra space in their homes as an option to earn money, as well as living space. It’s currently dealing with issues regarding the legality of this model in the UK.

41

2 years ago

A home repair service that has a unique model that connects customers with local plumbers to do the work at their house.

41

2 years ago

A startup that connects buyers and sellers of housewares and home goods, allowing people to post listings from anywhere and get commission for each sale.

41

5 years ago

iewhut is building a marketplace for influencers. The startup connects brands with influencers, who vouch for products in native advertising format. So far they have over 1,000 influencers and their homepage has over 1,600,000 followers.

40

3 years ago

A platform for consumers to buy products and services from local artisans without leaving their home. The startup says the team has experience in retail and product development.

40

3 years ago

The startup is building a first-of-its-kind digital repository for homeowners, allowing them to record, organize and track their home improvements, which they then share with others using an app. The company is currently in a beta for its first 100 users, with plans to launch in early 2020.

40

3 years ago

San Francisco - Home to the headquarters of Google and many other tech companies.

40

2 years ago

A platform to help NYC residents find an electrician for their home. The platform connects homeowners with licensed, vetted electricians who can get the job done.

40

2 years ago

This startup connects buyers with home builders and landlords via a web app. It’s a marketplace that has worked in the US for builders and landlords, but it’s also working on a version for buyers.

40

2 years ago

A platform that allows shoppers to shop for home goods using only their voice.

40

2 years ago

A credit company that helps people buy home and car insurance with pre-approved rates.

40

2 years ago

A startup for home cooks that helps them keep track of ingredients that are on sale. It’s currently available in seven cities across the US.

40

2 years ago

A startup that builds a network of home care workers for elderly people, who can book on-demand care from their mobile phones.

40

2 years ago

A platform for people to rent their homes via Airbnb, allowing owners to earn extra income. The founders say that their platform is the only one of its kind in the US, and that the site has already facilitated over $1 million in rental revenue.

40

2 years ago

A startup offering a home-based virtual assistant service allowing users to schedule tasks and keep track of their calendars.

40

3 years ago

The startup, which was founded in February, wants to help businesses get their products onto Amazon’s home delivery network. The company is currently in the midst of a $1.2 million seed round.

39

3 years ago

This startup is building a platform that dedicates a portion of your monthly phone bill to social good, with the idea of helping the homeless with donations.

39

3 years ago

A company that allows consumers to order fresh food from home to pick up when they’re in the city.

39

2 years ago

A home-sharing company that allows renters to take a picture of any room in their home, and immediately see who else has listed the same room.

39

2 years ago

This startup aims to get into the home cleaning market, and hopes to do it with a billing-as-a-service model.

39

2 years ago

A way to help homebuyers and sellers negotiate with a team of real estate agents who work remotely.

39

2 years ago

is a startup that wants to use blockchain to build out a platform for people to rent their homes to travelers. It’s an interesting model that doesn’t yet seem to have a massive market.

39

5 years ago

Idea: Online Home for Your Documented API

38

2 years ago

A smart-home-as-a-service startup that’s building a platform for developers and designers to build smart home products and share them with other users.

38

2 years ago

A modular home for the family of four

38

2 years ago

A platform that allows homes to manage their heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This startup is focused on the US market but wants to expand into Europe.

38

2 years ago

A startup that’s “building the Uber of smart home devices”, which they say will allow you to “set-up and control your home devices through an app and change your lighting preferences and more with a couple of clicks.”

38

2 years ago

A platform that lets users schedule and pay for care at home, like nurses.

38

2 years ago

A solar-powered battery that powers your home.

38

3 years ago

A startup that makes it easy to manage and share expenses between friends and families in the same way that Airbnb allows people to rent out their homes directly to each other.

37

3 years ago

A company that aims to make a solar power panel that charges up in the middle of the day and stores the excess energy overnight. Instead of a battery, it’s integrated with the home power grid and uses solar energy to charge a battery bank.

37

3 years ago

This startup wants to let you put your house on the blockchain, allowing other people or machines to buy and sell your home, with the help of smart contracts, to anyone with a smartphone.

37

3 years ago

An online-only financial planning service for young professionals. It charges $10 per month, and provides a set of tools to help young people prepare for their first home purchases.

37

3 years ago

A startup that provides social care and home care for elderly people. The company has a mobile app that helps people find care providers, schedule visits, and pay bills.

37

2 years ago

A startup that helps people figure out if they can afford a home in a city. The company says that in cities where a lot of people are renting, it’s hard to find out which ones you can afford because the data isn’t readily available. So it’s building a tool that will show you what neighborhoods are affordable in a new city and help you figure out if you can afford to live there.

37

2 years ago

A new product for gluing down furniture and other items, with the aim of reducing the amount of dust in the home

37

2 years ago

A startup looking to connect with and help seniors in their homes.

37

2 years ago

A startup that sells a programmable button that connects to a home automation system, allowing people to control their lights, thermostat, TV, etc from their mobile phone.

37

2 years ago

A platform that helps people buy a house around the world. Their first customer is one of the world’s biggest home builders.

37

2 years ago

The founders of a home service company in New York are using a combination of machine learning and human labor to keep track of thousands of random tasks like mowing lawns and taking out the trash.

37

2 years ago

A startup that turns iPhones into home security tools like motion-sensing lights, a camera, and doorbells.

37

5 years ago

Idea: A startup for home-improvement services in Brazil. Helps users find and pay trusted contractors to do things like paint their house, or put up a fence.

36

3 years ago

A platform for automated marketing campaigns, letting you send welcome home email to customers when they return to their homes.

36

2 years ago

An AI-driven marketplace that uses machine-learning to help users find the best price for a home, driving down seller costs and increasing buyer flexibility.

36

2 years ago

A virtual assistant that can help you schedule and manage your home and office, combining the best of Siri and Alexa. The company says they’ve already hired seven people in the past three months.

36

2 years ago

A business that pairs retail stores with home cooks. You can find recipes for your favorite store items and have them delivered to your home.

36

2 years ago

A company that helps direct sales reps manage the sales process across multiple channels and customer touchpoints. The startup’s customers include Comcast, Best Buy, and Home Depot.

36

2 years ago

A platform for connecting contractors and real estate agents in the home services industry.

36

2 years ago

A software-as-a-service for home health workers. The system is meant to improve pain management and allow workers to share medical notes, follow-up on patients, and electronically receive orders from clients.

36

2 years ago

This company, based in San Francisco, is building an app to help real estate agents sell more homes through better marketing.

35

2 years ago

A startup building a tool for international brands to get a better sense of how their products are selling outside of their home country.

35

2 years ago

A startup that builds a mobile app that allows users to see a full-color 3-D representation of what a piece of furniture would look like in their homes.

35

2 years ago

A platform that helps people “save for a rainy day” by keeping track of their spending for multiple goals, like retirement, a home down payment, or a vacation.

35

2 years ago

A tool for teachers and students that helps them collaborate on homework and learn from each other.

35

2 years ago

A platform for buying, selling, and building things around the home. The startup is building a social network for people to buy things from one another.

35

2 years ago

An on-demand service for home service professionals that offers a concierge service and guarantees customer satisfaction.

35

3 years ago

This company is working on a way to help low-income people afford their homes - and on the side, is planning to launch a new cryptocurrency.

34

2 years ago

A company that helps companies find and rent out their own homes. Currently focused on the San Francisco Bay area.

34

2 years ago

A smart light bulb that can automatically control your home’s temperature. The startup’s lightbulbs are installed in the ceiling of a home and monitor the temperature and humidity. If the temperature goes above a certain level, the bulb will automatically turn on the A/C or heat.

34

2 years ago

A platform that lets people get financial advice from experts without having to leave the comfort of their homes.

34

2 years ago

A “smart” lock that can be controlled by a smartphone app. The startup says the lock can be connected to any standard deadbolt, and works with most smart home devices, including Nest, and Philips Hue. The lock is priced at $250.

34

2 years ago

A smart TV interface for controlling your home, with voice and gesture controls.

34

2 years ago

A startup that helps people access food from other countries via the internet. It allows consumers to order meals from the comfort of their home without having to leave the country.

34

2 years ago

An AI that aims to help people book appointments with doctors and other medical professionals. The goal is to “maximize the efficiency of your time with doctors,” and it can even book appointments for people who take care of themselves at home.

34

2 years ago

A startup that combines cleaning services and home security into one package.

34

2 years ago

A company that makes a GPS tracking system for dogs, along with a connected app for dog owners. The idea: A device that tracks dogs and people long after they’ve left the home, and lets dog owners know where their pet is at all times.

34

2 years ago

Homegrown is an authentication app that provides a “simplified” form of biometrics (like fingerprints) to ensure you’re you when logging in to a service.

33

2 years ago

A “peer-to-peer market” that connects businesses with people who want to do home-based tasks such as washing dishes or gardening.

33

2 years ago

A digital home for designers, builders, and engineers.

33

2 years ago

An e-commerce marketplace for designer jeans. The startup wants to create a one-stop shop for consumers to buy jeans and have them sent to their home or office.

33

2 years ago

A smart home system that can answer questions about your home, like “What was my last meal” or “Where was I last night”. It can connect to your calendar, and show what appointments you have that day

33

2 years ago

This builder connects homeowners to rental properties on a daily basis. The company’s site has over 1,500 listings, with 200,000+ users and 22 million page views per month.

33

2 years ago

A way to incorporate smart home features into your home, from lighting to heating and air conditioning.

33

2 years ago

This startup is building out a platform that connects people from around the world who want to work from home, with home-based workers. It’s currently working on a product that will allow you to do things like accept online payments, manage your inventory, and manage your home more efficiently.

33

2 years ago

A company that helps people sell their homes without ever leaving their homes. The startup built an app that allows buyers to see not only houses for sale, but also videos from the sellers.

32

2 years ago

A startup that wants to help home-buyers and sellers get more cash from their homes quickly. It’s a sort of reverse mortgage, but it’s a tiny bit more complicated. The company is looking to launch in the summer in the US.

32

2 years ago

Israel-based startup looking to build out a connected home system that will allow parents to more easily control their children’s devices.

32

2 years ago

A startup that wants to be the Amazon for home security, selling a service that combines security cameras, sensors, and an AI assistant

32

2 years ago

A digital twin of your house. The startup is working on a way to build these simulations with 3D printers, allowing you to walk through your home and test out different models.

32

2 years ago

A home goods marketplace that connects brands with interior designers

32

2 years ago

The company says it's the first company to offer a geo-tracking system that will link your phone to your car and home, letting you know if you're in a hurricane zone or having a heart attack.

32

2 years ago

A mobile app that allows users to create a “digital home” while they’re out and about, and then decorate it later at home.

32

2 years ago

A startup that’s developing an app that seamlessly integrates with a person’s phone and security camera to help them see their home from anywhere

31

2 years ago

Fender seeks to build the next generation of home-use, connected, connected home appliances.

31

2 years ago

A startup that helps individuals get a home loan with an FICO score. They’re also looking to launch a credit card.

31

2 years ago

A startup that’s building an on-demand marketplace for home services. It wants to empower users with real-time, online visibility into make-ready and repair work.

31

2 years ago

A provider of smart-home devices in China that uses artificial intelligence to automatically detect motion and sound in the home, and send alerts to users.

31

2 years ago

A platform for home buyers to shop for a new home without going to a Realtor.

31

2 years ago

A startup that generates a map of all the fitness equipment in your home. The startup wants to make it easy for people to monitor their exercise routines.

31

2 years ago

A logistics platform for small and medium businesses, specifically aimed at ease of use for retailers and brands. Customers can have the option to have products shipped from the store, or to have the items delivered directly to the customer’s home.

30

2 years ago

A platform for homeowners to share their home with potential renters. Instead of just placing pictures of a house on a website, HomeSeer allows users in a community to interact with one another, helping people find houses to rent.

30

2 years ago

A tool that helps people find mobile home repairs that can be handled by a skilled handyman, saving customers money and time.

30

2 years ago

A startup that provides an integrated platform for consultants to manage their workflow. It’s a way to increase productivity and decrease expense by keeping consultants working from home.

30

2 years ago

A speech recognition tool for voice-activated home appliances

30

2 years ago

A startup that lets you pick up groceries at your favorite stores that’s built into the app you already use for home shopping. No more having to remember a separate card for grocery shopping.

30

2 years ago

A platform for in-home medical consultations using AI.

30

2 years ago

A startup that’s creating a platform for remote workers. The startup wants to help companies find work-from-home positions and offers a “pay-per-hour” model, similar to TaskRabbit. It also has a platform where employers can build the type of jobs that they want to fill, including remote work.

30

2 years ago

A platform for teachers and parents to work together on their kids’ homework. The startup’s platform is meant to help teachers find the right resources for their students to learn from, such as lesson plans, study guides, and videos, all in one place.

30

5 years ago

A startup that lets people buy and sell homes with cryptocurrencies, says it’s already working with several real estate agents to list properties for sale with Bitcoin

29

2 years ago

A “social enterprise that helps cool people keep cool”, aiming to help people save money by reducing energy consumption at their homes.

29

2 years ago

A home-services platform aimed at helping customers book home-improvement services like plumbing or painting. The startup is planning to launch in the summer in the US.

29

2 years ago

A startup that’s building a home for all of your personal data and documents. The idea is that you can use it to store and use the data you have on you, and then use it to create additional data that can be shared with others.

29

2 years ago

A personal digital assistant that integrates with your current smart home system to control them all. The startup is building a wireless Zigbee hub that adds a new layer of control to the existing smart home.

29

2 years ago

A platform that provides a 3D view of your home, allowing you to choose which rooms to use. The startup is currently working with real estate agents as well as other property management companies.

29

2 years ago

A team of architects and designers who are trying to change the way people design and build homes.

29

2 years ago

A home for long term care clients to manage their affairs with doctors, nurses, and caregivers. The company aims to make it as easy as possible for clients to manage their care, and expects to make a profit in the first year of operations.

29

2 years ago

A startup that helps customers track their delivery status, with the promise of tracking a package as it moves from post office to home.

28

2 years ago

A smart, connected home device, enabling technology that automatically adjusts the temperature in your home to match the outside temperature.

28

2 years ago

A home cleaning service that charges by the hour and offers a subscription based on a “no-touch” model of cleaning.

28

2 years ago

A toolkit that helps homebuyers find the best mortgage for their needs, and allows sellers of real estate to list their properties with a single, unified website.

28

2 years ago

Insider wants to be the Uber of food delivery, allowing people to order food online and have it delivered to their home or office.

28

2 years ago

The incubator has been home to a number of startups that have gone on to raise significant funding rounds or have attracted large customers. As of March 2019, Y Combinator had $1.7 billion in total funding across its two funds.

28

2 years ago

A startup that connects hotels and Airbnb-style hoteliers who want to rent their homes to visitors

28

2 years ago

A startup that helps people buy and sell homes with cash, instead of going through a realtor.

28

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who want to receive a spa treatment in the comfort of their own home

27

2 years ago

A startup that helps builders create interactive home displays. The startup creates virtual 3D models that customers can summon with a smartphone.

27

2 years ago

A startup that aims to bring a “digital concierge” into the home to help make life easier and save money.

27

2 years ago

Instead of building a home, the founders say, this company lets people rent out their homes and instead make a profit on the hosting fee. It’s similar to Airbnb for personal use.

27

2 years ago

A company that’s helping consumers better manage their utilities in the home and in their cars. The startup’s main product, called “Smart Energy”, is a tool that allows users to plan out their utility usage, then get alerts when they’re running low and automatically make adjustments.

27

2 years ago

This startup is building a platform for realtors to rent out homes at a discount to people who would like to buy a house, but who don’t have the cash.

27

2 years ago

A company that helps people find and buy homes in the United States. It’s a similar idea to Trulia but is looking to figure out how to make it cheaper by avoiding the middlemen in the real estate industry.

27

2 years ago

A new platform for home-buying agents to compare and find the best deals on houses, condos, and apartments.

27

2 years ago

A home security system that uses artificial intelligence to scan for intruders before they can enter your home.

27

2 years ago

Zestimate is a reverse engineering and toolmaker of home valuations. The startup has built a database of home values going back to 1985 which it says is the most comprehensive of any company. Zestimate also provides automated valuation reports and a reverse mortgage calculator.

27

2 years ago

A real estate company in Colorado is offering tools that help people buy and sell homes using blockchain technology.

26

2 years ago

A U.S.-based company that helps Americans living in Mexico get a ride home when they get drunk.

26

2 years ago

A subscription-based marketplace for people to rent an apartment or room in their home. The company says they have over 20,000 users since launching in July.

26

2 years ago

Hyperlocal delivery service, delivering packages within 4 miles of a customer’s home.

26

2 years ago

A startup that helps home sellers get a second opinion on their home’s value from real estate agents.

26

2 years ago

Helping small businesses and startups with offices and desks, arrange them in a way that helps the business be easily accessible from home.

26

2 years ago

This is a startup that wants to make getting a home inspection as simple as booking a flight. The startup wants to compete with Zillow, to serve the same customer base, but with a focus on providing a more efficient service.

26

2 years ago

Talica plans to build a suite of tools that help realtors find the best homes by mapping data in their searches.

26

2 years ago

Nevergo is building a way for people to put their keys and other valuables in a “smart locker” that’s accessible through an app, so that if they’re at home but forget their keys, they can get them back.

25

2 years ago

This startup helps you find an apartment or home to rent, based on your criteria.

25

2 years ago

A custom-fit, self-service 3D printing at home solution. It allows users to create their own 3D objects from raw materials with a simple website-based interface.

25

2 years ago

A program that helps employees find local contractors for home remodeling jobs.

25

2 years ago

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25

2 years ago

A mobile application for on-the-go baking. The startup aims to give home bakers a place to share recipes, sell their products, and take orders.

25

2 years ago

A company that looks to help people use their homes as a personal data center, using the tenets of the cloud but for the homeowner.

25

2 years ago

Four friends who grew up together in New Mexico wanted to help their mom and grandma downsize their homes. They created a website where people can buy homes to downsize them and take in the proceeds as rent. As of early 2019 the company was processing over $5 million in transactions, with plans for $20 million in revenue by 2020.

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2 years ago

A “modern day ‘Captain Kirk’,” according to the founders, who want to use smart home technology to make it possible for people to control their homes and businesses using voice commands.

25

2 years ago

A startup that uses a predictive analytics platform to help realtors do post-closing audits of home sellers to make sure they are in compliance with the law.

25

2 years ago

A startup that provides a digital alternative to credit scores, with the goal of helping people buy homes.

25

2 years ago

An AI that cares for elderly people at home by monitoring them and checking in regularly, and alerting if they have a fall and need medical attention. It’s currently being used in South Korea.

25

2 years ago

A startup that’s building a new kind of home security system, aimed at the low-income and elderly. They’re going after the same markets that already exist but at a far lower price point.

25

2 years ago

This startup wants to make it easier for baby boomers to sell their used homes, which are typically a good investment but often sit empty for years.

24

2 years ago

A real estate listing platform that aims to make it easier for people to buy and sell homes in a local market. They’re currently in a public beta, with plans to launch in Q4.

24

2 years ago

This startup is building a network of in-home cooks who make meals for people who have food allergies or food restrictions. The company says they’ve already built one of these kitchens and built a toolkit for others to use.

24

2 years ago

A company that is helping homeless shelters in the US to provide better amenities for their guests. It’s a better way of distributing room and food options, and a cheaper way of managing the supply of these resources.

24

2 years ago

This startup wants to do for the grocery aisle what Pinterest did for the home decorating section.

24

2 years ago

A company that makes a product that lets people track the temperature of their home (and other locations) throughout the day, helping them save money on energy bills.

24

2 years ago

A 1500 square foot, affordable home design studio, along with an online catalog of affordably designed homes. In addition to the online catalog, they also publish a monthly print magazine.

24

2 years ago

A tool for the home improvement industry to help contractors and suppliers communicate with one another to complete projects on time and on budget. The company says it can cut up to 30% off projects.

23

2 years ago

A startup that hopes to generate electricity from waste materials. It’s first product is a portable generator that converts waste into energy through a catalytic reaction. The generator is designed to be used in the home, in the field, and in developing countries.

23

2 years ago

After a founder saw a local family in need of a shelter, they started doing research and realized that there was still a need for a local shelter for homeless pets in San Francisco. As a result, the startup found a way to raise money for a local shelter to help homeless pets, and is now funded to run the shelter itself.

23

5 years ago

Idea: A mobile application for security guards to handle walk-in queries, like from shoppers who need directions or from workers who want to know if they’re allowed to take a box home.

22

2 years ago

A startup that allows users to upload pictures of their home and rate/review it. The app has over 500,000 monthly active users.

22

2 years ago

A startup that wants to make it easier for people to find and implement home security systems. The startup wants to use data to help homebuyers find the best system for their needs.

22

2 years ago

Kids need to have a place to exercise on-demand. The founders built a set of tools to help them do that at home, with one of the founders training himself to play guitar while wearing their product.

22

2 years ago

A startup aimed at helping customers set up their own home monitoring systems for their pets.

22

2 years ago

A home renovation app that crowdsources design decisions, turning them into experiences.

22

2 years ago

An “app store for the home” that allows consumers to get home automation products from the app store of their choice.

22

2 years ago

A digital assistant for home cooks. The startup wants to create a way for people to find recipes and grocery lists online, and use voice commands to bring them to life.

22

2 years ago

A startup that is building a system for people to be able to have a car come pick them up when they’re not at home.

22

2 years ago

Wyldtech is a hardware engineering company with a focus on developing products for the home. The company is based in Oakland, California.

22

2 years ago

A B2B “marketplace for the sharing economy”, using the Lyft model to let people rent a car or a bike or a carpool or a scooter. They’re starting with LA, their home market, and Toronto.

22

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who are getting older (70+) and want to move into a senior’s residence/retirement home

21

5 years ago

Idea: A startup that helps homeowners, landlords, and property managers use data to track their properties and keep them safer

21

5 years ago

Easily accessible credit. The idea here is to enable people to set up accounts and be able to borrow money for things like furniture, or home improvement. So far, they’ve raised $5.2 million.

21

2 years ago

A digital assistant for home security. FaceIt is a smart camera that can detect when doors and windows are opened and send alerts.

21

2 years ago

A product that allows home buyers to bid on their own houses remotely.

21

2 years ago

A software company that makes an API for software developers to build their own smart home devices.

21

2 years ago

The startup, based out of San Francisco, is creating a way for people to easily set up “smart” waiting rooms in their homes.

21

2 years ago

This startup is working on a drone that can connect to an electric grid, allowing for home-based decentralized energy.

21

5 years ago

A startup that sells a tool where you can see how much the things in your home are worth

20

5 years ago

Idea: A startup helping to clean and disinfect homes for Chinese seniors. The company plans to tackle the $12 billion market for cleaning and disinfecting homes for seniors in China.

20

2 years ago

Fishbowl Scientists is a startup that helps companies like Coca-Cola or Unilever track consumers’ uses of their products through their smartphones. The company tracks consumers’ behavior in their homes, their cars, and in public spaces, using sensors and apps.

20

2 years ago

A connected home device that lets you control your home thermostat, lights, and appliances from your phone.

20

2 years ago

This is an app for home-based businesses that helps them create an online presence. It’s currently free to try and $5 USD per month to use, with plans starting at $20 USD a month after that.

20

2 years ago

A “new kind of intelligence” that aims to catch a new kind of fraud, such as in the home health industry.

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2 years ago

A tool to let people find out if their home is safe to rent or sell.

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2 years ago

A startup that provides “hippie-style” living to people looking for a more sustainable lifestyle. It provides a studio apartment with a studio bed, desk, and a kitchen that lets people live in a “micro-home” with their roommates.

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2 years ago

Perpetual, a startup that works with the homeless in San Diego, California, to connect them with resources like furniture, clothing, medical care, and job-placement services. The startup is also working with local non-profits to connect the homeless with these available resources.

20

2 years ago

A company that sells home cleaning services, and makes money by providing the insurance required to protect the home owner in case of damage.

20

5 years ago

A startup that sells a product that helps people find a home based on their astrological sign

19

5 years ago

Idea: A tool to manage the process of buying and selling a home

19

5 years ago

Idea: A new way to consume the web as a company It’s a homepage replacement that lets you run custom searches, integrate with tools like Slack, and create spaces to chat

19

5 years ago

Idea: A startup that is building a “better” version of the Amazon Dash button to make it easier for people to interact with their smart home.

19

2 years ago

A startup looking to help find homes for abandoned mobile devices. The startup has a team of data scientists and machine-learning engineers who scour places like garbage dumps, recycling centers, and landfills to find phones that can be resold.

19

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who are trying to sell their house: they make a video showing the good and bad things about the home and a website that showcases the house

18

5 years ago

Idea: A smart-home security system, combining video monitoring with an interactive voice-activated interface The startup raised $150,000 in a seed round led by Innovation Endeavors in September 2018

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2 years ago

A mobile app that helps you plan and manage DIY projects, like home improvement, remodeling, and more.

18

2 years ago

A platform that enables users to buy and sell real estate online by allowing them to create virtual homes and listings. The startup claims to have nearly $100 million in annual transactions.

18

2 years ago

A company that helps people find homes by allowing them to create a profile and generate interest in their property.

18

2 years ago

The startup is looking to make the process of finding a home security system through the usual channels less of a hassle. It’s a mobile-first platform that lets you pick a home security system, such as a motion detector, and then it’ll show you the options in your area and you can then test them out to see which is best for you.

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2 years ago

A new kind of corkboard that keeps track of your kids’ homework. It’s a digital whiteboard app.

18

2 years ago

A company that helps people build custom gym equipment for home, while offering plans for workouts that can be followed over time.

18

2 years ago

The company is building a “smart home” product suite which includes a smart lightbulb, smart air conditioner, and connected thermostat that will keep homes running more efficiently.

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5 years ago

A startup that provides a service to help people find their next home

17

5 years ago

A startup that provides a website where people can go to find someone to help them with different chores at their home

17

5 years ago

A startup that creates a customized list of things a newlywed couple needs to buy for their new home

17

5 years ago

A startup that sends a person to your home to help you clean your apartment or house or garage

17

2 years ago

This startup is working on a hardware hub that allows home builders to easily build custom home theater setups in less than three days.

17

2 years ago

A startup that helps people let go of their tech devices by selling it to someone who wants to donate it. It will also send the user an email when their device reaches a new home.

17

2 years ago

A platform that provides a suite of tools, including a way for you to build an app for your smart home devices. The startup is currently testing a prototype.

17

2 years ago

A startup that sells student-designed backpacks from high schools in Asia. Parents can order them and have the backpacks shipped to their homes, or they can order them directly from the website.

17

2 years ago

A product that helps people set up and automate their home’s lights. It’s available in an app for your phone, or as an app for your smart lamp.

17

2 years ago

A cheap, open source, and hackable version of Google’s Nest thermostat, which serves as a control hub for the internet of things in a home.

17

2 years ago

A real estate-focused startup that works with families to build a custom home plan. It’s a startup focused on a specific interest that can access funding from crowds.

17

2 years ago

A platform that provides robots for home-based physical therapy.

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2 years ago

A voice controlled smart speaker that lets you control your home using your voice. The speaker has a built-in camera and a touchscreen, so you can see what’s happening in the room.

17

5 years ago

A startup that provides a directory of local contractors and home improvement professionals

16

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for cleaning up and removing junk from a home or apartment

16

5 years ago

Idea: A startup for housing rentals The startup allows local tenants to rent out their home from their landlord

16

5 years ago

Idea: A home services marketplace that offers reduced commissions to contractors working for customers in the US They’re looking to handle the entire process on the backend, from scheduling and payment to cleaning and service

16

5 years ago

Idea: A business that monitors utility meters for homes and businesses, and sends real-time information on consumption to users

16

5 years ago

Idea: A startup that is building a “self-serve platform” for home care services, providing on-demand assistance.

16

2 years ago

A startup that helps people find the best deals on home improvement and remodeling projects, then distributes the savings to the end consumer.

16

2 years ago

"a home investment loan lender that uses a network of independent agents to deliver loans across the country"

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2 years ago

A recipe app for the home cook, with a focus on the Asian market. The startup sells itself as a “hobby” — a term that the founders say is an important part of the company’s appeal.

16

2 years ago

This microloan startup is working to help low-income people in the US save for a down payment on a home or for a car purchase.

16

2 years ago

A software company that wants to create a voice-enabled home assistant for the home.

16

2 years ago

A startup that is testing a way to move office supplies. The company is essentially creating a system that will let you order supplies from anywhere and transfer them to your home, saving you money on shipping.

16

5 years ago

A startup that turns your home into a smart home, lets you monitor and control everything from your phone

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5 years ago

Idea: This startup wants to be a “home away from home” for entrepreneurs who are looking to build their startups around the world The startup is building a platform for digital nomads, with features like work pods, coworking spaces and events They currently have 10 employees, and have raised $15M from an undisclosed VC

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5 years ago

Idea: A startup that makes smart home devices. One of its products, a WiFi-connected laser for the kitchen called Clipi, automatically adds a plant-based seasoning to food as it cooks.

15

2 years ago

A free mobile app that allows users to create a local directory of other users in their area, which they can use to find things like home services, meet up spots, basketball courts, etc.

15

2 years ago

A startup that helps homeowners choose replacements for common household items like roofing tiles, kitchen appliances, flooring, and lighting. It’s an easy way to shop for similar products online, and then see them in person at a local store.

15

2 years ago

A real estate startup aiming to compete with platforms like Zillow, Trulia, and Redfin. The startup is taking an approach similar to HomeAway, where it helps homeowners and landlords sell their homes. Built with the help of $50 million from Institutional Venture Partners.

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2 years ago

A home energy monitor that tracks energy use and shows power bills in real time.

15

2 years ago

A way to sell your old furniture and home goods online

15

2 years ago

This is a home security startup that offers a cloud-based security system that tracks your kids, pets, and valuables.

15

2 years ago

A startup that aims to be the AirBnB for homes. The company says it’s already in talks with several companies, including a major hotel chain.

15

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who are moving The startup will come to their home, take all their furniture, and deliver it to their new house

14

5 years ago

A startup that combines home cleaning with dog walking and other services - you can hire someone

14

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people who are looking to buy a house can get a home inspection done when they are considering a house

14

5 years ago

A startup that sells Smart Homes so people can control their home with their phone or other devices

14

5 years ago

Idea: An online marketplace for work-at-home jobs, like editing, transcription, and customer service The startup has raised $125 million in funding from angel investors and is currently paying out $1,000 per week in revenue

14

5 years ago

Idea: Helping businesses with work-from-home employee management

14

5 years ago

Idea: A home goods store that sells products that are made in the US. Their goal is to make it easier for users to find and buy products made in the US.

14

5 years ago

Idea: A startup looking to bring the concept of “swag” from concerts to corporate events — employees are given a “swag bag” of items to take home with them in lieu of a company swag bag. The startup makes money by selling the items in the swag bag.

14

5 years ago

Idea: A third-party application for managing the construction process of a home. It works to help management companies coordinate the flow of work on a building site, and help architect firms coordinate the flow of work on a construction site.

14

5 years ago

A startup that gives people access to a personal trainer who will go to their home for a one-on-one workout session

14

2 years ago

A company that gives a glimpse into what it’s like to be homeless. The company provides real-time information on the conditions of shelters and other resources in cities across the US.

14

2 years ago

In November 2018, "Return of Kings" founder Daryush Valizadeh, known as Roosh V, was banned from entry to the United Kingdom. Valizadeh published an article in "Return of Kings", titled "How to Stop Rape" which suggests that women are more likely to be raped if they stay in their home countries rather than moving to the United States or Europe. This article has been criticized by people as being misogynistic and conservative.

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2 years ago

A tool for taking home inventory, selling on Amazon or eBay, and picking up the items. It’s not only for retail fulfillment, but also for warehouses. The company says the average Amazon warehouse worker spends 17 hours a day just transferring products from one location to another.

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2 years ago

A way to streamline the process of buying and selling homes. The startup wants to help people search properties across the country without having to deal with realtors.

14

2 years ago

A personalized home health care assistant for seniors that can be configured by the customer to meet their needs. The company will use the existing home health care assistant in the user's home to provide support.

14

2 years ago

A “personal assistant that helps you make your life easier”, providing you with an assistant-like service. You can ask it things like “how to find a good restaurant near me” or “how to get home safely” and it will help you with everything you need.

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2 years ago

A company that wants to become the Google of green energy. The startup’s platform allows people to buy solar panels and batteries for their home. It’s a different business than solar power systems installed by contractors at homes, the startup says, because it’s a network with businesses that have the ability to install the panels for you.

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2 years ago

An independent voice that can be built into different smart home devices/apps.

14

2 years ago

A startup that wants to make it easier for people to buy and sell second homes. The startup links people who want to buy a second home with those who have one to make sure they match up.

14

2 years ago

Is a platform that connects people with the homes they love. After signing up, users can view homes in their area and select one to contact the listing agent about buying.

14

2 years ago

A startup that will help home buyers find better deals on homes that are in foreclosure or short-sale

14

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for helping people who are planning on purchasing a home to go on a house hunt with a realtor and get advice from them

13

5 years ago

A startup that sells safety goggles so people can work on projects in their homes without worrying about getting hurt

13

5 years ago

A team of engineers have built a product that lets homeowners control their home’s lights, AC, and thermostat via a smartphone — without the need for smart locks. They’re pitching the product as a way to bring smart home technology to more people, and without the need for a significant investment.

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5 years ago

Idea: A company that converts real estate listings into interactive videos to help people better envision what a home would look like in person.

13

5 years ago

A startup that connects people interested in buying or selling a home with people who want to buy or sell a home

13

2 years ago

A connected smart home device that can be integrated into a home automation system.

13

2 years ago

A startup that matches contractors and homeowners who need help, with the goal of helping contractors make more money.

13

2 years ago

The startup wants to bring a more human interface to your automation. The startup’s goal is to make your house more like a person, and bring robotic helpers into the home.

13

5 years ago

Idea: A new kind of smart home thermostat

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5 years ago

Idea: A startup that’s building a way to let people create video tours of homes for sale, and to easily share them with potential buyers.

12

5 years ago

A startup that sells beautiful and useful accessories and home decor

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2 years ago

The startup aims to make it easier to purchase a home, especially for first-time home buyers. It currently has about $86,000 in funding.

12

2 years ago

A startup that wants to take on the role of a broker for all the contractors hiring out services to homeowners, like roofers, plumbers, electricians, etc.

12

2 years ago

A platform for people to rent out their homes for guests to stay while they’re away on vacation.

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2 years ago

Open source, network-enabled home automation system which allows users to control multiple devices using a single app. The company has launched two separate products: One for fans of Hue, Philips and other brands of smart lights, and one for smart home enthusiasts.

12

2 years ago

Crypto payments startup I guess. It’s a cryptocurrency-themed retail store that sells home goods like backpacks and pro-productions such as t-shirts. It’s backed by big investors like Fred Wilson, and also counts some of the biggest brands in retail like Target and Bloomingdale’s as customers.

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5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for seniors who need help installing technology in their home

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5 years ago

A startup that provides a service where people can find a real estate agent who is interested in the buying/selling of a home in a certain price range

11

5 years ago

Idea: A startup that’s building a way to send Slack messages to Google Home and the Amazon Echo The startup is working with companies to add these integrations to their workflows

11

5 years ago

Idea: A way to help people find a ride home after a night out. The startup wants to make it easier for people to get home after a night of drinking.

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5 years ago

Idea: A video chat tool for doctors and patients to coordinate home visits.

11

5 years ago

Idea: A subscription box that helps you move into a new place, with tools and supplies to create a home office.

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2 years ago

A new way to navigate your phone and apps that is built on the assumption that most people don’t use their phone’s home button.

11

2 years ago

A startup that wants to “make it easy for you to transform your home into a smart home.” The company makes smart sensors for your home that talk to other smart home devices, including Nest.

11

2 years ago

A digital platform for managing caregiving and elder care. The app lets people book elder care services from the comfort of their home, and manage caregiving needs like medication reminders, meal planning, and travel plans.

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2 years ago

A space to share services around the home built on the platform.

11

5 years ago

A startup that specializes in selling furniture and home decor for people who live in small spaces

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5 years ago

Idea: This is a real estate startup that wants to help people find homes to rent. They’re looking to target people who’ve been priced out of the market and need to rent instead of buy. The startup’s pitch is that it’s better than Craigslist because it focuses on neighborhoods and can recommend specific apartments.

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2 years ago

This is a startup that helps in-home caregivers and nannies find jobs and hire caregivers. The startup connects caregivers to the services they need and connects employers to in-home caregivers and nannies.

10

2 years ago

A software company that helps real estate agents in the United States streamline their hiring process for home inspections. The startup is currently testing their platform with local real estate agents.

10

5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people to have a home cooked meal from a chef delivered to their home

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5 years ago

A startup that provides a service for people who are moving into a new home: They come and help people get their home set up in a more efficient way

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5 years ago

Idea: A “Task Rabbit for the homeless”

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5 years ago

Idea: Building software for in-home caregivers

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5 years ago

Idea: A startup that wants to help people who work from home manage the logistical and administrative side of it. The platform, which launched its beta in May, has already signed up hundreds of users.

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2 years ago

A company that wants to be the Amazon of electronic accessories. It offers a one-stop shop for everything from home electronics to car audio. The startup has been running a profitable business for years, but is now growing rapidly and expanding its market into the European market.

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2 years ago

A mobile app for checking and setting your home security system, created by the creators of the award-winning security app Nest Secure.

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A startup that uses AI to automatically generate and optimize personalized workout plans by analyzing a user's home equipment, schedule, and biometric data from wearables.

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A “social network for the homeless”, which helps find shelter, food, and employment.

This is a service that allows you to make small repairs to your own car at home.

A startup that helps people figure out the best way to buy a house (e.g. whether to buy an older home or to renovate an existing one)

A place where you can find jobs you can do from home.

A startup that helps people draw up plans for their dream home and then helps them find contractors to build it

A startup that provides a service to help people with physical disabilities exercise at home

A platform that pairs people who have a spare room in their home with those who need a place to stay.

This startup has built a medical app to help in-home care providers manage their client’s data.

A platform to help people find the best care for the elderly, with a focus on home healthcare.

A startup for tracking your home energy efficiency for free.

A startup that sells furniture for people who live in tiny homes

A company that sends physical boxes to your home or work after you place an order on their website. The boxes are filled with the product you’ve ordered and then shipped back to you.

A startup that aims to take care of your apartment while you’re away. InstaHome provides cleaning services, maintenance, and security for your apartment, with plans starting at $16 per month.

A startup that allows users to rent their homes or apartments via a service similar to Airbnb.

A startup that creates online courses that teach people how to do common home repairs

A company that allows customers to order groceries online, and has a network of home-delivery drivers who fulfill them.

A software company that makes a device that allows users to monitor their home energy use and adjust it remotely.

A startup that wants to sell insurance to people who own property, and who want to protect it in the event of a fire. The startup has already built a platform for homeowners to claim their coverage, but needs to raise $5 million to build out a back-end system and additional products.

A way to help people navigate the process of buying a home.

A platform for booking and selling home services like plumbing and electrical repairs.

A home energy management system that maintains energy consumption and utility bills, with a focus on extending availability of hot water and A/C.

People love their pets, but when it comes to veterinary care, there’s a shortage of vets, and a high cost. PetMeds is building a subscription service that integrates with veterinarians to deliver pharmaceuticals and supplies to pets at home, where they can get better care and less expensively.

This startup that wants to let people earn money from their home by offering a variety of on-demand services.

A startup that’s helping power outages by letting people share their homes’ energy usage with others and get compensated for it.

An in-home health and safety device that connects to smart home services to provide peace of mind.

A startup that uses 3d printing to create custom constructed homes for people who need homes quickly

A startup that aims to create a “digital wallet for the home”, allowing you to pay for products and services using apps on your phone.

A company that helps the homeless get jobs. This startup helps them find jobs by helping them get onto the web.

A startup that helps the elderly stay in their homes longer by connecting them with caregivers.

A startup that aims to make the process of building a home more efficient. It connects users with professional contractors and helps them find the best contractor for their needs.

A tool for real estate agents that helps them track and communicate with all the different people involved in a home buying process.

A startup that aims to help parents get their kid’s homework done. The company builds a platform for teachers to provide online computing to students via web-based apps.

A company that sells modular home accessories designed to make building a home more efficient.

This startup wants to build a service that will help homeowners learn more about energy efficiency.

New York City’s drone delivery startup. The startup wants to get packages from warehouses to homes in a half hour.

A smartphone application for parents that combines social networking and education. Parents can use it to share information with their children about their social lives, and also keep track of things like homework.

A company that creates smart home accessories and technology for people who don’t want to deal with the technology themselves.

A startup which helps users track their homes’ energy usage, helping them to plan how to pay for energy and save money.

A startup that makes it easier for people to find a place to stay while traveling. They currently focus on hostels and hotels, but also offer a “home stay” option for people who prefer a less-traditional roof over their head.

A meal delivery app for consumers who want healthy food at home.

Home automation startup that wants to help people manage their home energy usage with a mobile app.

A startup for people who want to rent out their living room, garage or basement space to Airbnb/VRBO/HomeAway-like home-sharing services in cities across the US.

A startup that helps you find out exactly how much your home is worth. It’s a handy way to compare properties in your area.

The company is building a platform that will allow people to land on a page with a listing of homes for sale, to create a profile, and then receive a personalized email to show homes that match their preferences.

A platform for homes where homeowners can share tools and services, and get paid for doing so, similar to AirBnB.

A company that helps match people who have the same taste, background, and interests to make it easier to find collaborators, whether it’s for a band or a new home.

A company that designs, manufactures, and sells wireless sensors that can be used to detect motion, temperature, and moisture in homes and offices.

A tool for ordering food from home, selling it to neighbors, and then delivering it.

A company that wants to help people find the right providers for everything from babysitters to home services.

A monthly subscription service that sends home delivery and grocery shopping to your doorstep.

Bots that make the complex work of managing a home remodeling project more manageable. The company is working with HVAC contractors and property managers to aggregate data from hundreds of homes to help them do a better job of forecasting and managing their projects.

Company that will help people buy and sell homes using their mobile phones.

A platform for managing connected devices in the home, that connects devices to a single hub.

A startup that lets users select a theme for their home. It’s a web-based app that lets users customize their home’s look and layout via a user-controlled interface.

A not-for-profit organization that helps homeless veterans find and purchase homes. They are working to help veterans transition back into civilian life.

A platform that allows users to store and manage their tiny home remotely. It’s like Airbnb for tiny homes.

An online marketplace that matches consumers with home sellers. The startup is looking to take the model of Airbnb, and allow people to list their homes for sale, or rent them out.

A startup that wants to help employers prevent employee fraud by allowing them to manage their work-from-home policy and budget via a mobile app.

A mobile app that connects restaurants with nearby drivers, who can pick up and drop off diners on their way home.

A social network that lets users find homes for pets

An AI with a mobile app that helps homeowners sell their unused real estate.

A startup for homeowners to negotiate the terms of a renovation project through a combination of price quotes and time estimates.

A "smart home monitoring" startup focused on energy efficiency. It's currently in a pre-launch stage, with a device that allows users to remotely turn off lights and lock doors with a smartphone, and the company says it has acquired $2.4 million in seed funding

A company that helps people who want to be independent living at home avoid the costs associated with needing an in-home caregiver.

A startup that connects home improvement teams with consumers who need help with their projects.

A home delivery service for groceries, fully automated. Currently working in San Francisco.

A platform that connects builders and homeowners, allowing for customized and unique designs.

Startup that wants to use AI and big data to help predict and prevent home fires.

A startup that provides a “digital home” where someone can design and build a custom home online, and then have it shipped to them. The startup creates a 3D model of the house, and then puts it into a CAD program, which allows them to directly see the design, and put in every detail.

This startup aims to bring a more human-centric approach to home security, offering a combination of a smart lock, a door sensor, and a camera.

A tool that helps companies create a home for their product data so that it doesn’t get lost behind multiple walls.

A startup that provides a service where people can book a trainer to come to their home and workout with them

A personal financing tool that helps consumers save for retirement, borrow against their homes, refinance student loans, and reduce debt.

A startup that allows users to hire someone to help them organize their home

An ecommerce platform for the Chinese market, allowing customers to purchase items online without leaving home.

A startup that connects restaurants with home delivery services, so that customers can order food that’s ready when they get it. The startup has already raised $2.4 million in funding.

A startup that aims to reduce the cost of renting out a house while also making it easier for homeowners to rent out properties through apps and online portals.