9 years ago

DAD Secures £2 Million to Launch DIY Video Visit Service

  • DAD, a UK-based company offering DIY advice and expert help through video calls, has secured £2 million in seed funding from its strategic partner HomeServe

  • The funding will be used to launch DAD's video visit service, which allows consumers to connect with vetted experts for home repairs via video calls

  • DAD's founder, Ben Wynn, was inspired by his own experience seeking help from his father for DIY projects

  • The company believes that many home repair issues can be resolved through video calls, with only 40% requiring a physical visit from a qualified DAD partner

  • HomeServe, a leading domestic home repairs company in the UK, sees the investment in DAD as a strategic move to explore new business models and technology in the home repair sector.

      • ProblemTechnology

      "Many people struggle to fix simple problems around their homes, often needing to call expensive plumbers, electricians, or handymen. This can be time-consuming and inconvenient, especially for busy professionals."

      Solution

      "DAD provides a video visit service that connects users with vetted experts who can provide DIY tips and advice over video call. This allows users to fix many problems themselves, saving time and money. For more complex issues, DAD also offers a network of qualified and vetted partners for in-person visits."

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