The Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Handyman Business

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After being in the handyman business full time for 5 years, I have come up with effective ways to start a handyman business. I started hardly any money and no business experience and hope to help other people by sharing what I've learned.
00:00 Intro
01:19 What is your situation?
02:15 Create your company name
04:06 Gather business documents and secure a domain name
05:02 What is your skill level?
07:01 Open bank account
08:06 Begin SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
08:56 Secure all social media accounts and set up accounts on multiple platforms
10:42 Set up you logo
12:15 Start advertising
19:37 Getting leads
24:48 Perfect your presentation
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@EpicSpinsTV Год назад

I started my handyman company last November when I had to move to a new home in a hurry. My rent doubled on the move and I lost my income at the same time. Jumped in the deep end hard and fast. Like Daryl said "I needed money now." 5 months later I am clearing 10K a month. Mind blown, life changed and changing. If you have the skills and drive to learn and hustle, the opportunities are out there for you! Good luck all! You were a huge inspiration for me getting started, thank you Daryl!

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

It’s amazing what you can do when your back is against the wall. That’s why I say everyone needs to have a skill regardless of their current work situation. Congratulations and I’m wishing you much success.

@alexb8926 Год назад

That’s awesome! Good for you! How did u start getting jobs?

@EpicSpinsTV Год назад

@Alex B I built a website to give some legitimatecy, then posted on Craigslist for snow removal during Xmas. It snowed a ton, so people called. A of them became customers for other projects. I also put a magnet with logo and phone number on my truck. Being out doing work and flying my flag has led to lots more work. I pushed HARD in the start to get moving and build some momentum.

@DarkNightFlcn 11 месяцев назад

@@EpicSpinsTV what kind of services did you start off with?

@michaelchyles 11 месяцев назад

Very encouraging. So many whiners and naysayers on the subject out there.

@GlitchDad Год назад

I'm working on opening my own handyman business within the next 3-6 months and this channel has helped me so much. Thank you for all the time you put into this channel to help us all in the struggle to handyman.

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

I appreciate that and I hope you have much success in your business. It's definitely a struggle sometimes but the good always outweighs the bad especially if you set it up right.

@A2ZGeek 6 месяцев назад

Just left my Career of 23 years, started my handyman business about 7 months ago and its been unbelievable! I am currently shopping for my first transit van as my truck just isn't cutting it anymore.

@DarylTheFINISHER 6 месяцев назад

Congratulations! I was at my job for 15 years when I left. It's scary but definitely worth it in the end.

@swacfan2791 Месяц назад

@@DarylTheFINISHER you're absolutely right, starting out on your own for anything as far as self employment is scary. There's always the naysayers, and those that call you lazy for not wanting a regular corporate job, but you have to try to break free from the W-2 slavery pipeline cause that's exactly what it is.

@mountaindewflavoureddorito4090 3 дня назад

This guy is nice, I like him, he's entertaining too. This guy is just good, this content is good. This is such a good video, I love it. To the creator of this video, I thank you. This is very helpful.

@halwilson01 Год назад

Hey buddy thanks for that info! I'm restarting my biz after 20 years, you have 100% helped with my refresh...new van, new marketing and a new lifestyle.

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

I'm happy to hear that the information helped. There will be plenty more to come. Wishing you much success in your new venture.

@mrcoollu9662 Год назад

Thank you so much for taking the time to explain clearly how to start a handy man business. Like you said you need to know your skills sets . And other factors included

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

No problem! We should all start in the best possible position.

@janamb88 Год назад

This deserves more views, thanks for making it.

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

The views will come but in the meantime I appreciate that you watched it and found some value.

@brianhaney6984 4 месяца назад

I starting mine in two weeks this helps

@lnazworth Год назад

Lots of good information in this video!

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

Much appreciated!

@Y.E.S_AC Год назад

Thanks for your knowledge.

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

Much appreciated

@highspeedox 9 месяцев назад

Great information Daryl thanks

@DarylTheFINISHER 9 месяцев назад

Much appreciated!

@mikeredhead2894 Год назад

Thanks for the info brother. I'm new to the channel and will tune in now.

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

Thanks, I appreciate you watching.There will be plenty more to come.

@jethrowbowdeen 4 месяца назад

Good job big dog 👍

@mikebland4935 7 месяцев назад

It sure would get you started and get you making money. Great information.

@DarylTheFINISHER 7 месяцев назад

I'm glad that you got something out of it, I appreciate you watching

@DerrickSutton-gk5iz 3 месяца назад

❤ yes, sir. Certified Plumber

@anthonycastro1232 11 месяцев назад

Keep the handyman business as is and then start a new contractor business. It has so much potential to work hand-in-hand

@DarylTheFINISHER 11 месяцев назад

I definitely agree. You can start by subbing out the work that you don’t like to do.

@MrColeThornton 10 месяцев назад

I like this video but the background music is too loud.

@DarylTheFINISHER 10 месяцев назад

I appreciate the feedback

@tedspens 10 месяцев назад

My new company logo... "We'll do anything cheaper than that other company and we'll do a better job. Satisfaction or your money back, guaranteed!" Wish me luck! 😀😀

@DarylTheFINISHER 9 месяцев назад

Haha, good luck keeping up with all the work. You might not actually make any money but the customers will love you!

@tedspens 9 месяцев назад

@@DarylTheFINISHER 💸💸💸🤣🤣

@themiddleclasstaxslave651 Год назад

What’s up finisher? FYI - your videos are getting pushed to me, it’s working. Any light you can share on how long it took you/others you know to ramp up their handyman business? In terms of a full time work load? Also, what would say you average # of jobs per day/week. We know it varies but what should you be gearing up towards? Thanks for the video

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

As much as I appreciate Google trapping you, I appreciate you watching. From the time I started the business to the time I quit my job was a total of 5 months. By then I was making enough to cover all my expenses. Unfortunately I struggled with scheduling and not charging enough but the work was there. Even early on once you're at a customer's house and they see you do good work they'll ask you to give them an estimate for other work. This along with your advertising compounds on itself. At the same time my bills are uncommonly high because I have a large family so most people will cover their bills pretty quickly. When I'm doing small jobs, I usually have at least two scheduled per day. Small jobs range anywhere from $150 to about $400.

@oscarcaballero9014 Год назад

Thanks guys I have been fixing things my whole life and struggle with taking the leap. Thanks for the insight

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

It's a hard leap to take, but that's why starting part-time usually works best.

@themiddleclasstaxslave651 Год назад

@@DarylTheFINISHER appreciate the info. I’m at the edge, looking over … lol. I’m prepping, getting ready to grind out the startup period. I should’ve done the tip toe but I got my own house to fix! Pick your poison type deal. Some good reminders. I do agree on the magnets though - many bonuses - swap multiple business signs & if you need to sell… a lot easier than taken off a car wrap. Anyways appreciate the info/reminders

@HannahCarter 9 месяцев назад

Me and my husband are wanting to start a handyman business. There’s a lot of fear in starting. Did you have living expenses covered for a certain time just in case? We only have a month saved up of living expenses and would need to purchase a van or truck. We live very minimal and debt free so going into debt for a vehicle and hoping jobs come in is very nerve wracking! I know my husband could be successful because he knows a couple property managers he does plumbing for (currently at a plumbing company). Just not knowing how long it would take for that money to start rolling in

@DarylTheFINISHER 9 месяцев назад

Unfortunately nobody can guarantee anything when it comes to when you start making money. As a matter of fact, when you work with property managers, usually you have to do the work out front and then they pay you later. I went full-time after about 4 months of being part-time and was able to cover my expenses immediately. If you can get on with home Depot for referral and do installs that will definitely help you supplement direct calls . Especially with him being a plumber because they only let plumbers install faucets and sinks. The way the economy is now though, I would probably just start part-time and market my business everywhere.

@ericgauthier8851 Год назад

Great content

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

Much appreciated

@great5837 Год назад

Good music in the background bro respect!

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

Thank you, I appreciate you!

@great5837 Год назад

@@DarylTheFINISHERlike wise man keep moving towards your goals am rooting for you as a new handy man

@championgreen613 Год назад

What software do you use for invoices? I'm currently using Invoices Simple.

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

I use Markate. If you want to check it out the link is in the description. I've been using it for years.

@championgreen613 Год назад

@@DarylTheFINISHER thank you.

@jjcc918 6 месяцев назад

Can you have a handy man license and only focus plumbing areas??

@DarylTheFINISHER 6 месяцев назад

It depends on what state you live in. Unless you're a plumber though I'm not sure why someone would do that. There's too much liability and insurance might not cover you.

@keason754 6 месяцев назад

Do you work in Illinois?

@DarylTheFINISHER 6 месяцев назад

I do not, I'm on the east coast.

@lajuanjohnsonbtc9634 Год назад

How did you get involved with Home Depot? That might be a good video

@DarylTheFINISHER Год назад

I have a few business focused videos coming up and this will be part of the discussion.

@jasonbaxter5502 9 месяцев назад

Not right now

@B-n-L1988 8 месяцев назад

Great content but you need to get rid of the music it is way too distracting

@DarylTheFINISHER 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching, I appreciate your feedback. I've thought about doing videos with no music. I may try it out on an upcoming video where I'm not doing any work. A lot of people actually like it though.

@chadjelliston5652 10 месяцев назад

Man you lost me when you said you don’t want your phone ringing constantly at the start. Take the work when it comes. You only let customers down when you have scheduling issues. If you are 3 weeks out just let them know plain and simple. Most people will wait for your services. Get as much work as you possibly can is the best advise. YES it’s hard when you have a crap ton of work and calls. Very hard and frustrating to schedule and deal with but it’s great when you learn how to schedule right.

@DarylTheFINISHER 10 месяцев назад

I understand what you're saying but just taking all the work that comes is how you end up with a full schedule of pure garbage work and customers that don't want to pay anything. There are a lot of factors involved including experience and level of desperation. What good is it to have your phone ringing like crazy but you struggle to estimate jobs, evaluate customers or just don't know how long jobs really take? Your approach will definitely work for some but I've seen a lot of guys tank their business right from the start by trying to do too much. I might not agree with you, but I do appreciate you taking the time to give some feedback.