In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview a handyman from across the pond – Will Lingard. Will is a great guy who shares helpful tips and insights based on his nine years in business as a professional handyman. Here’s a sample of what we discuss in this interview: What’s important to affluent customers […] The post Interview with Will Lingard – Pro Handyman from the UK appeared first on Handyman Startup ..read more

In “Same as Ever,” Morgan Housel shares how, for the last 150 years, on any given day, the stock market went up only 50% of the time. Yet, over any given year, it rose 68% of the time. And even better, over any 20-year span, growth was seen 100% of the time. With this, he […] The post The power of low expectations appeared first on Handyman Startup ..read more

As a professional handyman, I’ve completed many jobs that paid well over $200 per hour and some that paid less than $20. In this podcast episode, I share five of my least profitable jobs. Why? Because those are the ones with some of the biggest lessons. Pricing mistakes are common for handymen. Too common. In […] The post My top five least profitable handyman jobs appeared first on Handyman Startup ..read more

Mounting TVs can be a lucrative service for any handyman. It has a high perceived value relative to install time, so you can easily make $100-$200 per hour. It’s a great, low-risk way for a new customer to test your services, allowing you to quickly build your client base. And it’s just a low-stress, enjoyable job. That’s why I’ve invested time to promote and specialize in this service. And in this article and podcast episode, I’m going to share five business lessons I’ve learned after mounting well over 100 TVs. And by the way, these lessons apply to any home service. Listen to the podcas ..read more

Here’s an inspiring interview with a handyman who started his business just over a year ago. After receiving an ultimatum from his boss, Evaristo Gomez left his secure job as a finish carpenter’s apprentice to grow his handyman business full-time – even though he had a wife and young child at home to support. That takes courage. And his bravery paid off. Today, Evaristo is the proud owner of a thriving business that not only surpasses his previous job in terms of income but also grants him the flexibility to be there for his family whenever they need him. And that’s just a little over a year ..read more

Credibility is essential to gaining new clients and growing a business. But, this topic is often misunderstood by people new to the home repair business. Pros tend to overvalue certain credibility boosters, like having a contractor’s license or having lots of experience, and undervalue other methods for boosting credibility. This often results in competent people being too scared to start their businesses because they don’t think they can make it work without the proper credentials. Additionally, people often make the mistake of assuming that credibility is some objective truth when, in reali ..read more

It’s officially spring, which means the busy season for home services is about to ramp up. If you’ve been in business for a while, you already know that the peak season for most home services is during the Spring and Summer, peaking around May through September. If you didn’t know, now you do. So, it’s time to get prepared. In this article and podcast episode, I share four simple actions you can take right now, to not only make more money this summer, but to leverage the busy season to build momentum into the winter. Let’s jump right in. Listen to the podcast version of this article, which i ..read more

Every once in a while, I encounter someone who transforms my perspective on what is possible in business. Tommy Mello is one of those people. After reading his book, Elevate, and interviewing him, I find myself waking up early in the morning eager to implement new ideas for my business. If you don’t know Tommy, he is the founder and CEO of A1 Garage Doors, a 200-million-dollar company based in Phoenix, Arizona. A1 Garage Doors is now in 22 states and growing at an insane pace. If you can read Tommy’s books and meet him, you can see why he has succeeded. He works hard, cares for his employees ..read more

You only need to do two things to grow a profitable home repair business. Put in consistent, focused work. Work on the right things. That’s because the handyman business is a PROVEN business model. There are thousands of handymen all over the world already doing this. Simply follow best practices, put in the work, and do that consistently, and as long as your city is big enough to have a hardware store, you will eventually build a thriving business. However, that is MUCH easier said than done. That’s because there are many pitfalls along the way that sap motivation, focus, and time, making ..read more

There are many profitable services to offer as a handyman, and one niche you may not have heard about is Aging-In-Place services. Aging-In-Place services are home modifications and improvements that allow aging adults to live in their homes safely and for longer. Examples include installing grab bars and rails, building ramps, improving lighting, and installing chair lifts. Aging-In-Place services first came on my radar about eight months ago when one of my students mentioned it on a live webinar. Ever since, I’ve seen it pop up all over the place. And that’s why I’m excited to bring you this ..read more