How To Start a Profitable Handyman Business
Vložit
- čas přidán 15. 05. 2024
- To get more free, in-depth information, visit www.handymanstartup.com.
Learn how to start a profitable handyman business.
The handyman business can be surprisingly profitable, even if you are offering basic services like fence repairs, door repairs, and even picture hanging. But, that's only if you setup your business properly.
In this video I'll walk you through the first steps to building a home repair business from scratch the right way.
You don't need a handyman business plan. That is a waste of time. But, you will want to have a few things dialed in before getting started.
In this video you'll learn how to choose the services you are going to offer as a pro handyman. Not everybody offers the same services nor do you have to offer every service.
The next step is to learn the local laws that limit what you can and cannot do as a professional handyman business. Usually, there is a limit on how big of jobs you can do and the type of work you can do without getting a contractor's license. Visit handymanstartup.com/laws for more details on this.
The next step is to choose your customers because this is important: NOT EVERYBODY IS YOUR CUSTOMER. Some people aren't going to be able to pay the rates you need in order to make a solid profit. In the video I'll discuss why targeting specific customers is important and how it will make your business easier and more profitable.
The next step is to set your pricing as a handyman business. This is one of the more challenging aspects of the business, and it's one of the most common areas where people go wrong. Most handymen undercharge and leave a lot of money on the table as a result. To learn more about how to price your services for profit, visit handymanstartup.com/hourlyrate.
The next step is to develop a marketing strategy. How are you going to attract customers to your handyman business? In the video you'll learn why marketing is important and how to approach the subject so you can have a more profitable handyman business. I'll even share the best way to market a handyman business.
Once you complete these five steps you'll have a solid business plan for your handyman business - you'll be setup to dominate as a professional handyman.
To learn more about how to start or grow a handyman business, go to HandymanStartup.com. There are dozens of free articles and trainings to help you succeed from day 1.
***Useful Links****
Handyman Business Insurance - www.handymanstartup.com/handy...
How to Start a Handyman Business Article: www.handymanstartup.com/start...
Pricing Your Services - www.handymanstartup.com/figur...
Marketing - www.handymanstartup.com/best-... - Jak na to + styl
Have a question for me? You can now schedule a video call with me here: www.tazet.com/handyman.
Where are you located !
I've been self employed for going on 4 years now. In my area Handyman is exactly what you want on your cards, truck etc. The guy that made my signs for my truck put construction instead of handyman and I noticed a drop in my calls. A person should think about what certain words implies. Construction implies equipment, subs, some employees, etc. But most importantly it implies you are expensive. After all it is a construction company so you have to have a lot of overhead is what most people think. Handyman implies you a small business owner without alot of overhead. Less expensive than that construction company anyway. Imo
Thank you for your comment. I agree it I have just started my handyman business in California. Can you give me any advice on how to get more customers?
@@SuperJones155 how is it working out for you??
@@ericmcdaniel4029 I went to work installing closets for a company. I’m learning a lot and I run my handyman business on the side. It works for me I love the job but the goal is to have the business full time. My goal when I start full time for myself is $1000 a week.
@@SuperJones155 man that’s awesome. I hope it works out for you bro. Goals are what we aim for. Not dreams. 💪🏻 you got this 👍🏻👍🏻
Dude I live in Dallas TX and over here it's a freaking shit show... It's a super hard competition that's why I'm here .... I'm glad I got it that good But anyway where about are u from.. so I can get an idea of what type of area I need to move to.. I ain't going to make it here when the homeless knows how to work and the rate is even cheaper than a kids meal
Steps :
1. Choose your services (choose one niche)
2. Learn the local handyman Laws (varies from state to state)
3. Define your ideal customer ( not everybody is your customer)
4. Set your pricing ( market research, figure out your business expenses)
5. Develop a marketing strategy ( advertising yourself, Online & offline )
THANK ME LATER 😎
I'm a contractor and was curious what he believes the "steps" are. Thanks. Saved me 10min.
Nice video content! Forgive me for the intrusion, I would love your thoughts. Have you heard about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is a great one off guide for how to start a handyman business without the headache. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my mate at last got cool results with it.
Cheers for the Video! Apologies for butting in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now)? It is a great one off product for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my buddy got great success with it.
The Money Filters
Rule# 1
Never, Never call yourself or your business, “Handyman”
Your pay just went down 50% after calling yourself a Handyman. Use contractor, home repair specialist, property maintenance professional, anything but Handyman. I used Contractor, no license needed, and sounds much more professional.
You sir, you are the Man for the job!
"You need to have the balls, to charge that much" I like how straight up this guy is😂
Lol I suffer from this
As someone who has dabbles in the trade since I was thirteen, I started helping my dad, then a friend of my dads was my first boss, quit school at 17, I'm 34 now, I has a steady job doing industrial electrical, and work weekends doing my side business. Finding a price to charges sometimes is morally oriented decision. For example I'm not going to charge an old woman just to change her light bulbs, I'm just going to help them out. I made a lot of friends just helping people out which also got me more jobs.
So true ….
simple lightbulb 💡 = Networking & networking is expansion …And that ends up paying for itself by doubling your work just for simple blessing ……
I’m the same way 👍 tho
Damn dude. You've been what I've been looking for. So helpful and inspiring. Clear and simple breakdown of the base to get shit going. Both my grandfathers on each side have been self made men. RIP before I got a real chance to talk with them about what it takes. Thank you a thousand times over for this confidence boost. Keep on keeping on.
Particularly liked the emphasis on working out your rate. My advice; be realistic about your available hours, don't include weekends (you will probably end up working some but they shouldn't form part of your base hours) and don't forget to include holiday time. I get really miffed when I hear people say 'oh I'm self employed, I don't get paid holiday'. My reply 'best have a word with your boss then', of course you do but you must factor them in.
Oh and just in case you're in any doubt I'm self employed and have been for the past nine years.
I have no intention to start a handyman business but this is so interesting I couldn’t help but watch it in full all the same.
Thanks bro, I found this information to be very helpful as I am graduating soon and look to create my own handyman business.
I learned a long time ago, that the best way to make money, is to tell other people how to make money. Works everytime, few ads, few followers, offer a class with a monthly subscription, bam. Easy money.
Johnny NoDick basically what this guys is doing... except I have real experience and can tell how misleading this guy is and that he wouldn’t be able to survive the services i offer
Johnny NoDick can yup
Cheers for the Video clip! Sorry for the intrusion, I am interested in your thoughts. Have you researched - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (search on google)? It is an awesome exclusive guide for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my best friend Jordan after many years got great success with it.
I completely agree, finding profit comes from focusing on what you do best and doing it often!
Cheers for the video content! Apologies for chiming in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (just google it)? It is an awesome exclusive guide for how to start a handyman business without the hard work. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my m8 finally got amazing results with it.
Kudos for the video content! Forgive me for chiming in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you researched - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (google it)? It is an awesome exclusive product for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my GF at very last got cool results with it.
Wow. Thanks for this! Very helpful information.
I live in a small town but I’m positive this will work! Thank you!
I just started a Home Improvement company i needed these steps. Thank You
Hey I'm thinking of the same how is it going
Where do you live. Im a handy man looking to expand my business.
Thanks man, love people that spread knowledge
Very helpful!!! Thanks for this instructions.
Appreciate the video! Just what I needed to move forward.
Thank you! I work at a glass company and make good money, but due to COVID and my wife losing her income it’s been rough. I just did a drywall ceiling repair for $2000 and couldn’t believe they paid me that, but looking back it was worth every penny for the struggle that it turned out to be. Being “the nice guy” doesn’t pay, I told myself I wasn’t gonna short change myself and I didn’t and boom, $2000 cash in hand and didn’t break a sweat! Thanks for the video it was very informative, I just don’t know how to go about advertising, any suggestions would help, thanks for the video!
Bussiness cards and flyers
@@Ink30 thank you and they do work!
Thanks mate really helpful information
I was just watching this video. I paused it to go look up something online, and then unknowingly found your resources and started reading an article about Steve Handyman in California, and some of the things that he does to maximize his business to avoid excessive estimate calls. I then found out I was looking at your website so here I am back and I just wanted to share I think you’ve got great coverage. I am really interested in what you are talking about and I look forward to learning about your experience as a handyman. I have been suggested by many people that this is what I could be doing and I’ve already been helping people with these projects, but just not registered and not insured.
So I’m taking that leap and getting the business started because I have a lucrative area that I could really maximize and make profitable.
Thank you for everything on your channel.
You’re welcome. So glad you have found it helpful so far.
This is excellent!! I’m finally taking the steps to become independent and run my own handyman business. Watching your videos is giving me the business tools I need to run my business the most efficient way possible. I subscribed to your channel as well. Thank you so much 👌🏽💯
You're welcome! Glad I can help.
Did you succeed ?
Thanks, Dan. Great stuff.
Young and wise man. Respect.
Thank you. Very informative and professional.
Thanks for the video!
Thank you for your advice very helpful.
Thank, I have been in the business for 14 years, and I still learned something from this video
ME TO why im swamped with work.
Thank you so much for mentioning the “Handyman Laws” I had no idea! I live in Florida and a handyman license is not needed to do most small to mid size jobs but it’s only $200-$300 to be able to do more mid size jobs.
Quotes from my research: “You do not need a Florida handyman license. An unlicensed handyman can do the following: install cabinets, flooring, and above ground swimming pools; paint the interior and exterior of a home; perform basic yard work, and repair drywall.”
This vid is an awesome awesome awesome starting point, thank you!
Best video I've seen today on the topic.
What would you say about individual auto mechanic freelancers? Does starting up an individual practice in this field have great potential for high profits?
Thx man!
Thanks for this!
So helpful and inspiring.
Helpful. Thanks:)
Awesome video started my own business
Awesome vid dude thanks
This is the tut I've been looking for. Thank you.
You’re welcome
There's my man. It's great to see you coming across my stream. MRod here from Colorado Episode 14. I've since fired my employees and over the last 3 years I followed your lead by being a single-owner S Corporation handyman. I also follow your tip of high rates = higher quality clients. I have too much work as a result. BIGGEST LESSON I have been following over the last 3 months from Dan: Stay with-in your Niche. Sure I take on a 2-day project, but not if it's complicated. WOOD WORKING is complicated compared to wiring a room so I don't do it.
Hey! Glad to hear you're doing well and thanks for commenting.
@I know you are right, And I just got owned but: i will clarify anyway just for goid measure. Its not misleading to offer carpentry services but not do woodwork. It may, however be confusing if you thought they were mutually inclusive.
Cant think of a good analogy. Maybe someone who sews (whatever theyre called) but doesn't needlepoint.
Great username
Excellent video, thank you for the help. I am starting my business up again after a year out. Was doing well before, but I don't think I was ambitious enough. This time around I am going to be successful
Glad it was helpful and you are more motivated this time.
Thank you handy Manny
Great video, thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
My issue is that I love doing so many different handyman jobs that I can’t seem to pick one. Right now I’m getting experience in many areas at a discounted rate (but it’s the most I’ve ever made consistently/ steadily) so I feel it’s a win win for now. I’m also feeling these different jobs will help me find my niche..
No need to specialize right away. It will happen naturally over time.
#3. So true.
Thanks for your advise
I live in Colombia and I would love to know if I can work from here as a customer service in this handyman jobs, or if I can start up my own handyman job from colombia
Thank You!
This info is good!
There are too many states that you will starve trying to get $50.00-$100.00 an hour for. I'm sure there are places that will support that but in my state for example a high paying wage at say a plant or oil field business you can expect $18.00-$35.00 an hour with benifits. Most handymen here charge $20.00 an hour. I've been doing this for 15 years and I average between $30.00 to $100.00 an hour depending on the season, service, and time constraints. I've never advertised as my customers are extremly happy with my work and I've got repeat customers for years because of trust, quality of work, and they always refer me to friends and family. As a sole operator I am never slowed down by weather, seasons, or slow periods because I schedule my work around those obstacles. But it does take years of hard work to build up a clientele and one bad judgement call or being dishonest in ANY way can and will ruin your efforts. I'm proud that 15 years I've never been sued or had a single complaint. Trust me that is the real work.
I agree that you must be in the city if you want to charge so much. He's probably in Las Vegas if he's in Nevada. I live here and you can charge a lot. I used to charge people in nice neighborhoods higher when I first started doing jobs on my own, and I made a lot of money doing that while still taking jobs at 20 an hour or so, but now I realize that that's not very honest and I have a price sheet that has most every kind of job I do on there (some jobs I flat rate and some I charge hourly) so everyone gets charged the same.
Oh yeah and speaking of being sued, that's one thing no one ever talks about so I'm glad you mentioned it. You better believe that if a customer thinks you owe them money or otherwise didn't hold up your end of the bargain, they will sue you. If you accept a large job you may need to have the customer sign a contract; I explain to people that it is for the benefit of ALL parties involved. It is those aforementioned wealthy customers that will sue you before anyone else. As your business grows it's good to know or at least know of a good attorney, before you're even involved in any kind of legal dispute.
Good inspiration!
Great video, thanks for the info.🖒
Hey,
Do you have a business website?
Do you implement estimating software?
Thanks for the post much appreciated.
Excellent video
THANK YOU !! : )
Great video
Great video.
Thanks that's what I do to keep the money flowing! Great information and great delivery. Cheers!
Thank you for sharing this video.
My pleasure
That is very cool details. I enjoyed it. Ilm willing to do Handyman too. and This video will be vay useful.
Glad you found it helpful!
Good video !
Thank you
What a nice ,normal,very helpfull presentation. Good show.
Great Video clip! Sorry for the intrusion, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (search on google)? It is an awesome one of a kind product for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my mate at very last got great results with it.
Lovely Video! Sorry for butting in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you researched - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (do a google search)? It is a great exclusive product for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my m8 finally got amazing results with it.
Nice Video clip! Excuse me for chiming in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you heard the talk about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is a great one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some incredible things about it and my mate at very last got great results with it.
Excellent video content! Sorry for butting in, I am interested in your opinion. Have you heard about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (google it)? It is a good one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my cooworker at very last got amazing success with it.
+Douglas Young Cheers for the Video clip! Sorry for the intrusion, I would love your thoughts. Have you researched - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (do a google search)? It is a great one of a kind product for how to start a handyman business minus the normal expense. Ive heard some incredible things about it and my BF after many years got cool success with it.
Just earned my sub
Thanks bro
i love your story , i am in the urge of starting my Handyman business , is there any step by step instruction , you could help me with moreover (what is the estimated startup cost ?).
Hey Nicardo. I recommend visiting my website. I do have an article (along with many others) that shares the initial startup cost. Just go to handymanstartup.com.
Awesome video! Any suggestions on invoice and customer tracking? Thanks
Excellent video 👌👌
Well presented my guy. I think you might benefit from a little career change😆 You're a great presenter. Confident, bold and organized. Good job.
Glad it was helpful!
Rule number 1....... Don’t call yourself a Handyman....Terrible title for a man that knows many trades, and works for himself.
I never call myself a Handyman, ......use instead Contractor, Carpenter, Home improvement specialist. Your pay goes down as soon as you call yourself a handyman.
Ok does home improvement contractor sound good?
I held a job as a Building Maintenance Technician and stuck with that.
Thanks for the Video clip! Forgive me for chiming in, I would love your opinion. Have you heard about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (probably on Google)? It is a good one of a kind product for how to start a handyman business minus the normal expense. Ive heard some great things about it and my old buddy Taylor at very last got excellent success with it.
Excellent Video! Sorry for butting in, I would love your thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (probably on Google)? It is a great one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business minus the normal expense. Ive heard some decent things about it and my work buddy finally got excellent success with it.
Nice Video! Excuse me for the intrusion, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you thought about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (probably on Google)? It is a good one off product for how to start a handyman business without the hard work. Ive heard some great things about it and my friend Sam after many years got cool results with it.
In South Carolina we can't go over $200.00 materials and labor combined. If the cost is greater than the $200.00 we must have a specialty license or a general contractor's license. It's hard to make a living as a handyman in our area.
Many handymen do not have the proper training or licenses needed. Don't use them for framing or siding, electrical plumbing or mechanical.
Use a licensed tradesman and in the end you will come out on top.
Hey do i have to have 5 consecutive years in handyman related work to get my license ?
What do you think will be the best and quicker marketing plan for getting customer to hire you. Business cards, flyers, car magnet, ? what do you recommend will be the quicker and most cost effective ?
Quick marketing methods are rarely the most cost effective. If you want quality customers fast then pay for some ads or for leads directly. If you want cost effective than invest your time now into local SEO efforts which will yield an extremely high ROI over the long term.
Business cards are a must but are handed directly to "potential" clients, you aren't going to be walking around town handing out cards so that's more for like potential clients. I have found magnets help out simply because everyone reads them, 3 cars on your daily commute may be looking for a handyman and as soon as they see your sign they snap a picture for later or call you on the spot. It depends as well on the area. Thumbtack may be a good source for leads.
I can remember back when I was lowering my prices business would drop ! I found myself
Believe it or not; practically begging
people for me to do their jobs ! As soon as I raised my prices to a upper middle rate then the jobs began pouring in !
People just assumed that at that price he has to know what he’s doing. And I did! So value your time and knowledge
TIME : your never getting back it’s there’s they are buying it!
KNOWLEDGE: all the years of construction work in many different fields and knowledge in troubleshooting
Is priceless. Know one has had the exact experiences that you have had and been wether it be long or short small or large .
Hey,
Do you have a business website?
My #1 costumers are widows
never done anything like you said other than giving one hundred percent and a lifetime guarantee. Then again I'm a stone Mason. with friends...only kidding I'm 54 and I listened to your whole video...not everybedt is my customer v hourly rate I am still a pain to get work right now my work could be put on HOUZE... Thanks last was the best when my payrolls over $2000. BALLS TO THE WALLS Only way to go....Thank you now do an accounting vid.. Then we talk.. Luv ya brother..thanks again
Thank for your vídeo
4 years later, I'd suggest looking into the current prices of general liability coverage. I'm not sure if I can stay in business! 😥😥
Nice work friend.
Thanks.
How do I come in contact with you I live in Nevada as well I'm wanting to start a handyman business and you seem like you know your stuff to the point where you can start your business I would like to get in touch with you to talk further and get more information how can we get in touch with each other
what naics code should i use?
Handyman works in Arizona requires no permitting or licensing for jobs under $1000... I'm looking to get into providing electrical services... I see a lot of money to be made installing EV chargers in people garages. I'm in the process of testing to get my electricians license right now... feeling excited to be in charge of the work and only have the customer to answer to.
The licensed jobs are ok to do but I make them sign a waiver. The waiver states they acknowledge you are doing the job as a favor to a friend and you are not responsible for any damages that occur. Any money exchanged is for parts needed for the job.
I have done it a hundred times with no issues.
We are constantly seeing water heater installed by handymen where the venting was done incorrectly. Even if it’s 10 years after the install, the handyman installer may be targeted if the homeowners were made I’ll due to a faulty install.
Handyman: jack of all trades, master of none.
Oftentimes they are masters of one or a few trades as well, and there's a lot of knowledge that overlaps between different trades.
Hello I want to start a carrier as a handyman. I want to get some experience before I apply for jobs because everybody wants experienced workers. How can I do this? Should I go to school? If yes, do you know any school in Miami, if not anywhere in the US? Thx
I calculate materials plus 10% times that by 3 and that's usually what I charge unless its mostly labor then I charge an hourly based on danger since I'm a chimney sweep. The higher I go up, greater the cost.
Hi, I’m Dennis Dela Rosa Handyman from Toronto Ontario. I just started my handyman business 4 months ago. Regarding step 5 - Create A Marketing Strategy: now I am working with “handy for pros” so that I can meet new people to be my customers in my handyman business. Any advice if this is a good marketing strategy for handyman business?
There are thousands of ways to get customers. The only question is this going to be a sustainable way to keep your schedule filled in the long term. Do you want to keep doing this for the next several years? If not, then I’d say use it in the short term and focus on better options.
It is still slightly unclear, I would like to run a small business of small repairs, like hanging pictures, maybe a ceiling fan or a door repair tv hanging. DO I need to have a business license for that? it just a side hustle that I would like to do on the weekends. I dont think anything for the price is 1,000 would be in my menu of job... this all in Nevada.
Nice video body!! I am about to start a handyman myself, I’m on quitting my job, And trying to learn something here on CZcams how to start! Is there any business license for handyman? live in novato
It varies by state but most states do not have a specific handyman license.
Is forming an LLC mandatory (laws not withstanding)?
No, you can start as a sole proprietor. Although an LLC is usually a better option because of the layer of protection it can provide to your personal assets.
#3 is sooo true.
How is the market in Las Vegas? Is there a lot of work?
If you put in the work to build your business and execute on the basics, you can find work anywhere. But I’m not certain on how supply measures with demand at this point.
Muito bom
To scale up , Finding essential, reliable quality tradesman for my property maintenance company or any company like mine is very hard.
Yes, that is the biggest challenge of scaling. Finding work is easier than finding reliable talent.
This video got me thinking about a quote of Ford’s. When he was on trial for something a lawyer asked him if he knew anything about cars or something like that and he said,
“No, I don’t. However, with the press of a button I can have someone in my company who knows what he’s talking about in anything.” Or something like that
I’m not a handy man and I always have older women asking me to come over lol not kidding.
I like your video and ideas. Can you please say how much a person can charge per hour or work
step one: have a mom with alot of friends who are attracted to my neotenous features.
Lol. If I were only eighteen again, decided to start my business then instead of going into the Army AND had heard your words I would be freakin' retired by now.
😅😅😅
Zach Waddill a mom with hot
Friends
I had to go look up the word neotenous lmao , after hearing the definition i find your comment funny good sir
Appreciate Video clip! Apologies for the intrusion, I would love your opinion. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (just google it)? It is a good one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my friend Sam at last got great success with it.
Interesting
nice
so I have this customer that has hired me on Monday to paint his front porch. H e agreed to pay for the supplies, but I told him I want 200 for the front porch. its a medium size porch. but one thing I do want to say this, if you over charge him, you going to loose that customer.