Clear, transparent pricing for clients and experts
Advisomy connects verified engineering experts with clients delivering utility‑scale solar and BESS projects. Our pricing model is simple: experts set their own rates, and Advisomy retains a small 10% platform fee per completed project.
No subscriptions required. No hidden charges. No surprises.
For Clients
Pay only for the engineering work you request
You are charged per service, based on the expert’s rate and the agreed scope. A small 10% platform fee is added to support secure payments, expert verification, and project workflows.
What you pay includes
- The expert’s quoted price
- A 10% platform fee
- Secure payment processing
- Verified, discipline‑specific expertise
- Compliance‑aligned deliverables
- No subscriptions or long‑term commitments
Example Client Pricing
| Service Type | Expert Charge | Advisomy Fee (10%) | Total Client Pays |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design Review | $600 | $60 | $660 |
| Structural Check | $1,000 | $100 | $1,100 |
| BESS Advisory | $1,500 | $150 | $1,650 |
| Grid Modelling | $2,500 | $250 | $2,750 |
Why clients prefer this model
- Transparent and predictable
- Pay‑per‑task, not per month
- Verified experts only
- Fast turnaround
- Compliance‑ready engineering output
For Experts
You set your rate. You keep 90%.
Experts choose their own hourly or fixed‑price rates. Once the client approves the deliverable, payment is released — minus the 10% platform fee.
Platform Fee
10% per completed project This covers verification, matching, secure payments, dispute resolution, and platform support.
Example Expert Earnings
| Expert Charge | Advisomy Fee (10%) | Expert Receives |
|---|---|---|
| $300 | $30 | $270 |
| $750 | $75 | $675 |
| $1,200 | $120 | $1,080 |
| $2,500 | $250 | $2,250 |
Why experts prefer this model
- No upfront cost
- No membership required
- No bidding wars
- You keep 90% of your earnings
- You only pay when you get paid
Optional Membership Plans (Coming Soon)
For experts and high‑volume clients who want additional benefits.
Expert Membership
- Lower platform fee (e.g., 7%)
- Priority matching
- Featured profile placement
- Access to premium projects
Client Membership
- Faster matching
- Dedicated account manager
- Lower platform fee
- Enterprise billing options
Membership is optional — the platform works perfectly without it.
Why This Pricing Model Works
For Clients
- Transparent
- Predictable
- Pay‑per‑task
- No subscriptions
- No long‑term lock‑ins
For Experts
- You control your earnings
- You choose your workload
- You keep 90% of your fee
- You only pay when you get paid
For Advisomy
- Fair
- Scalable
- Aligned with successful project delivery
Start with clarity and confidence
Whether you’re delivering a utility‑scale project or providing specialist engineering expertise, Advisomy’s pricing model is built for transparency, fairness, and trust.
Pricing FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does pricing work on Advisomy?
Experts set their own rates. Clients pay per service or per project. Advisomy retains a 10% platform fee from each completed transaction.
2. Do clients pay any subscription fees?
No. Clients only pay for the engineering work they request. There are no subscriptions, no retainers, and no hidden charges.
3. How do experts get paid?
Once the client approves the deliverable, payment is released to the expert. Advisomy automatically deducts the 10% platform fee, and the expert receives the remaining 90%.
4. What does the platform fee cover?
The 10% fee supports:
- Expert verification
- Secure payments
- Client–expert matching
- Document workflows
- Dispute resolution
- Platform support and development
5. Can experts set hourly or fixed‑price rates?
Yes. Experts choose:
- Hourly rate
- Fixed price per task
- Fixed price per package
- Milestone‑based pricing for larger scopes
6. Are there any fees for joining as an expert?
No. Joining is free. Optional membership tiers (with lower platform fees and premium visibility) may be introduced later.
7. How do clients know what a service will cost?
Clients receive a clear quote before work begins. No work starts until the client approves the scope and price.
8. What if the scope changes?
Experts can submit a revised quote. Clients must approve any changes before additional work is performed.
9. Are refunds available?
Refunds are handled case‑by‑case. If work is incomplete or not delivered as scoped, Advisomy can intervene and resolve the issue.
10. Do you support enterprise billing?
Yes. High‑volume EPCs, OEMs, and IPPs can request consolidated billing and custom fee structures.