How the Network Works

Authority Network America publishes reference content about US service industries through a network of over 1,200 topic sites. This page explains how the network is organized and how to navigate it.

Network structure

The network is organized in layers:

• This site — The top-level hub providing an overview of the network, its editorial standards, and links to the two division hubs
• Division hubs — Two sites that organize the network by sector: Trusted Service Authority covers trade services, and Authority Industries covers professional services
• Topic sites — Over 1,200 individual reference sites, each focused on a specific service category, geographic region, or industry specialization

What the topic sites cover

Each topic site publishes reference content about a defined area of the US service economy. A topic site typically covers:

• What the service category involves and how it is regulated
• Federal, state, and local licensing and compliance requirements
• Applicable industry standards and codes
• Geographic and jurisdictional variations in regulation

The level of detail depends on the scope of the site. A national-level site covering a major trade vertical addresses the full regulatory landscape across jurisdictions. A state-level site focuses on that state's specific licensing boards, statutes, and administrative codes. A metro- or city-level site addresses the local regulatory context.

How to navigate

From this hub, the two division hubs provide the main entry points:

• Trusted Service Authority — Trade services including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, pool services, auto repair, landscaping, cleaning, restoration, and related trades
• Authority Industries — Professional services including legal, financial, healthcare, insurance, cybersecurity, real estate, technology, and hospitality

Each topic site includes sidebar navigation linking to related sites within the same vertical and geographic region.

What the network does not do

Authority Network America publishes reference content. The network does not:

• Recommend, rate, or endorse service providers
• Accept paid listings or sponsored content
• Sell leads or consumer contact information
• Process service requests or bookings
• Certify, license, or credential any business or individual