Housecall Pro removed the Zillow square footage display in its latest update, forcing users to manually look up property size elsewhere.

Housecall Pro removed a previously available Zillow square footage feature with no replacement, disrupting workflow for users who relied on quick access to property data.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

none

Added

May 16, 2026

Workarounds Described

Leaves the app to look up the address for square footage

Implied Software Gaps

Field service software should embed property data (like square footage) from public records to avoid manual lookups outside the app

App Concept

PropertySize Pro

A lightweight browser extension or overlay API that integrates with any field service management software to automatically display property square footage from public records. Works without leaving the main app, saving technicians time and frustration.

Key Features

Seamless integration with Housecall Pro and similar platforms via API or browser extension
Instant lookup of property square footage from public tax assessor data
Works with Zillow or other public databases
No manual address re-entry required

Target Users: Field technicians and service professionals in home services (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning, etc.) who need quick access to property data while on the job, from single operators to mid-sized companies.

Revenue Model: $4.99/month per user subscription, or $49.99/year per user

Existing Solutions Mentioned

Housecall Pro

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