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# How a Supplier can find Subcontractors and General Contractors in the Directory

## Searching PlanHub’s directory makes it easy for connect with the right subcontractors and general contractors for your projects. Follow these steps to efficiently use the search tools, filters, and advanced features available in your PlanHub account.

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**Step 1:** Navigate to the main panel at the top of the page and locate the **Directory**.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/929f9237-4b95-4122-aafb-1d97236f63fa.png)

**Step 2:** Click on the **Directory** to access the network of subcontractors and general contractors.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/98b0dea1-72bc-4ea3-81f3-da4cecf057bd.png)

**Step 3:** Confirm that your subscription includes the level of access you need. Please note that the **Basic Plan** provides limited access to certain features and information within the platform.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/71b560ce-6931-4a26-8017-16fd0342d45d.png)

**Step 4:** Locate the **search** tools on the left side.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/c6f83f9d-c90a-4809-bcba-6dbfe4814022.png)

**Step 5:** Target your search by selecting the desired user type—choose either the **Subcontractors** or **General Contractors** tab.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/57195630-fa13-4ac7-9796-f99b6208040c.png)

**Step 6:** In the search panel, use the search options to search by **Keyword** or **Company** name.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/03d81334-7b43-4d83-8905-6866311b280d.png)

**Step 7:** Refine your results using advanced filters. Filter by your connections, trades, sub trades, location (state, ZIP code, distance), and more.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/2ca5e0ad-1736-43af-b7d5-1c5ccd5aa275.png)

**Step 8:** If regions are selected, the **ZIP code** and **Distance** options will be grayed out. Deselect **regions** to enable these filters.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/80af2c07-f32d-4753-8ce6-bd75de1a3917.png)

**Step 9:** Select the trades and subtrades relevant to your search. Scroll through the list or type the name to find a match. Check all desired trades.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/eb5f8460-4f9f-41c0-a95c-8890630d0929.png)

**Step 10:** Click outside the filter area to apply and update your list.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/3651875e-293a-4600-8386-46454efd0716.png)

**Step 11:** View how many subcontractors or contractors match your criteria in the upper left corner.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/06111b60-2c64-46b3-a3cc-6d90009ca803.png)

**Step 12:** Adjust the sorting order by using the **Sort By** dropdown menu.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/3c5e012f-40b6-4b88-8b8f-cf85ea40c586.png)

**Step 13:** Change the number of results per page (up to 50) using the **Results Per Page** dropdown.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/b3325322-9ab8-4ad7-8013-b58e71825214.png)

**Step 14:** If you want to reset and start a new search, select the **clear all** option in the advanced search filters section.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/5e50211f-004e-437f-9c50-3411709b942c.png)

**Step 15:** Select the **Message Group** button in the upper right corner to message the group.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/5286f941-33d6-4988-934e-1a469b265c83.png)

**Step 16:** To grow your network, click **Add Connections** in the upper right corner to invite your own contacts to PlanHub.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/50fa6c8e-cb3d-4453-86d4-8f4d6d3e332e.png)

**Step 17:** To review any previously blocked contacts that meet your filter criteria, toggle on the **Show Blocked Contacts** option. To learn more about the Company Cards, view our [Company Cards in the Directory for Suppliers](https://tremendous-mouse.clueso.site/share/0af3dc8b-ecb1-4d28-8f2f-c803855ac1d0) article.

![](https://usercontent.us.prod.clueso.io/cb1eec54-ce60-4478-88c6-e890ec0f0a12/d572f8b1-cbb4-48c5-a239-e87e5b97f727/d0e39856-b722-4db6-b37a-ce62c76e0b34/images/84391c2b-698d-419d-96a5-1313c37df540.png)

 

PlanHub’s Directory and search tools allow you to efficiently find, sort, and connect with subcontractors and general contractors that match your business needs. By utilizing the advanced filter features, you can refine your results and make the most of your search experience.

 

 

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