Good solid information you are sharing. I am a certified electrician and I’m now doing general handyman work in one of the most expensive counties in the country. Much of your pricing is in line and I am able to charge a lot more for certain items because of my location. For those that are new to Handyman and you are really helping them out.
That's really reaffirming to hear. I like to know that other professionals are in mostly general agreement with the direction of the channel. The whole purpose of this channel is to help other people figure out what it took me way too long to figure out. Thank you for your insight sir.
There are no paywalls. I do have a membership available, which I will be completely deleting soon, but there is nothing hidden behind that. No special information that you only get if you pay. The only thing available inside the memberships are videos that I don't want publicly available for my property managers to find. But like I said, I'll be removing that entire option soon because I've been getting a lot of messages that TH-cam is presenting those to try to get people to get a membership because they take a cut of the membership.
Hello brother nice video as always just had a quick question regarding outlet pricing on family members such as cousins, siblings, and close friends? Thanks 🙏
I don't charge friends and family anything. I tell them how much I normally would charge property manager and then I let them choose to pay me and choose how much they pay. I don't like mixing business and family and I'd rather just do it for free.
The "subscribe" button should become the "join" button once you've subscribed. Maybe hold off on that though, I do have some plans for twitter. I think I'll stay just as active on TH-cam, but I might get rid of the member options and instead do a very affordable $5 per month subscription plan on Twitter.
Good information... I am totally onboard with Handymen & women getting educated on work they're wanting to do in the trades. Electrical, plumbing & HVAC are the only trades requiring a license where I'm at (TX). I also agree on uping the price for higher voltage repairs.
Good advice on charging extra for those 240 V outlets. In the country where I am from, 240 V is the actual line voltage, so I have never been afraid of that. I am an electrical engineer by education and have been doing electrical work since my teenager years, but you are right that I absolutely need to charge for my years of experience.
Crazy how much money I saved apartment complexes. I do my own handyman thing now thanks to y'all but before that I would do everything for these apartments for like 17/hr. Even stuff I shouldn't have because I knew how but didn't know I wasn't supposed to until now. For example I do side work for a complex I worked at before. They wanted me to replace a house panel which I would have done before. Now I know it's a big no no for unlicensed people. If anyone is doing apartment maintenance and watching this just be aware of what you are legally allowed to do even if you know how. Some properties will expect you to do literally everything and if you do it and there is a fire or a problem. The fingers will only get pointed at you. Love your content handyman!
This is exactly the type of comment that I love seeing on this channel. I'm glad it's been helpful to you, and I'm especially glad that you're no longer being taken advantage of. You are right, they will throw you under the bus. The instant something goes sideways and they need a scapegoat.
Many of these handymen are cowboys doing work they're not suppose to be doing. As far as electrical work you are literally limited to hanging Christmas lights. Its crazy that they just disregard the liability and the law...
Hopefully not a stupid question but on the subject of dryers, and 240s, why change the outlet, instead of replacing the dryer’s power cord to match the existing outlet?
The tenants need to be able to use their dryer and with the outlet being outdated it would be normally expected for the house to be upgraded rather than making the tenant downgrade their dryer plug. That's the perspective they take on it when they assign the job.
I assume are talking about a dryer circuit with no nuetral? If the cable doesn't have a nuetral then you cant just install a 4 prong receptacle. The randolm commenter was correct in suggesting to replacethe dryer cord
Thanks for the great content. Im just now finding your channel. I have one question after seeing this video. How do we know what type of work requires a license in our state?
I don't understand that part about switch controlled outlets. Don't you just have the switch built into the outlet and all the system at the back is ready to go with no modification needed?
Nothing like that here! We tend to put a switch on the wall and then use that switch to control an outlet, usually so people can plug in lamps and use the wall switch to control them.
@@bulletproofhandyman it's funny how there are so many small differences between us in stuff that you would think may have standardised over the years. I notice loads of stuff in building especially plumbing, electrical and definitely plastering of walls v drywalling. Smart outlets are the future anyway, no need for switches just voice and app control. I'm fitting some shorty.
Hope someone can give me some advice. I am considering leaving my corporate job (pays very well but I am stressed everyday to the point I have to take meds for anxiety 😢 and feel sick to my stomach from the pressure). Have always been very handy (electrical, plumbing, etc) and wonder if handyman business would be a good fit. Question is: how physically taxing is the work. I am in fairly good shape for 57 years old but sometimes have occasional back issues if I lift heavy items. How much of the job is light fixtures, outlets, faucets, etc vs more complex and taxing jobs? Also, after all the running around for supplies, trips back to Home Depot, etc… does it end up still paying well. I’m in a fairly populated area and sure there are cheaper handyman out there charging less, just unsure if it would be a good direction. Love the idea of self-direction and not having to do corporate reports for a boss and the stress that comes with it. Do you guys recommend handyman work? Maybe I am overthinking it but the situation has me a bit lost and need to figure something out to relieve the stress. I don’t need to make as much as I’m making now but would be nice to be able to get to $150K a year as a handyman if that’s even possible? Thanks for any advice.
The short answer is that I think starting a handyman business could be a very good fit for you, but you asked quite a few questions and I want to make sure I can answer them thoroughly. Would you mind sending me an email at? bulletproofhandymanbusiness@gmail.com That way I can sit down at my PC and think everything through and make sure that I really give you the answers that you're looking for.
Good solid information you are sharing. I am a certified electrician and I’m now doing general handyman work in one of the most expensive counties in the country. Much of your pricing is in line and I am able to charge a lot more for certain items because of my location. For those that are new to Handyman and you are really helping them out.
That's really reaffirming to hear. I like to know that other professionals are in mostly general agreement with the direction of the channel. The whole purpose of this channel is to help other people figure out what it took me way too long to figure out. Thank you for your insight sir.
I have been doing some move outs for an apartment complex and doing $5 to replace just the plate.
Awesome!
I appreciate all the good information you've been putting out, but what happened to the "no pay wall" policy?
There are no paywalls. I do have a membership available, which I will be completely deleting soon, but there is nothing hidden behind that. No special information that you only get if you pay. The only thing available inside the memberships are videos that I don't want publicly available for my property managers to find. But like I said, I'll be removing that entire option soon because I've been getting a lot of messages that TH-cam is presenting those to try to get people to get a membership because they take a cut of the membership.
Hello brother nice video as always just had a quick question regarding outlet pricing on family members such as cousins, siblings, and close friends? Thanks 🙏
I don't charge friends and family anything. I tell them how much I normally would charge property manager and then I let them choose to pay me and choose how much they pay. I don't like mixing business and family and I'd rather just do it for free.
Great . Thanks for sharing your experience
You're welcome!
I'm trying to buy the price list. I don't see it on here
There is a link at the bottom of all of my descriptions to download all of my documents for free.
How do we become a member?
The "subscribe" button should become the "join" button once you've subscribed. Maybe hold off on that though, I do have some plans for twitter. I think I'll stay just as active on TH-cam, but I might get rid of the member options and instead do a very affordable $5 per month subscription plan on Twitter.
Good information... I am totally onboard with Handymen & women getting educated on work they're wanting to do in the trades. Electrical, plumbing & HVAC are the only trades requiring a license where I'm at (TX). I also agree on uping the price for higher voltage repairs.
Texas is nice for trades work. I grew up in San Angelo.
Nice! I'm from San Angelo! Moved to Dallas in 1977... Go Bobcats!
That's awesome!
Good advice on charging extra for those 240 V outlets. In the country where I am from, 240 V is the actual line voltage, so I have never been afraid of that. I am an electrical engineer by education and have been doing electrical work since my teenager years, but you are right that I absolutely need to charge for my years of experience.
I have had outlets behind dryers just worn out and charred due to arching, a real fire hazard. Will charge more to replace those from now on!
Thank you!
Crazy how much money I saved apartment complexes. I do my own handyman thing now thanks to y'all but before that I would do everything for these apartments for like 17/hr. Even stuff I shouldn't have because I knew how but didn't know I wasn't supposed to until now. For example I do side work for a complex I worked at before. They wanted me to replace a house panel which I would have done before. Now I know it's a big no no for unlicensed people. If anyone is doing apartment maintenance and watching this just be aware of what you are legally allowed to do even if you know how. Some properties will expect you to do literally everything and if you do it and there is a fire or a problem. The fingers will only get pointed at you. Love your content handyman!
This is exactly the type of comment that I love seeing on this channel. I'm glad it's been helpful to you, and I'm especially glad that you're no longer being taken advantage of. You are right, they will throw you under the bus. The instant something goes sideways and they need a scapegoat.
Many of these handymen are cowboys doing work they're not suppose to be doing. As far as electrical work you are literally limited to hanging Christmas lights. Its crazy that they just disregard the liability and the law...
Very good good information 👊😎thanks!
You're welcome!
Hopefully not a stupid question but on the subject of dryers, and 240s, why change the outlet, instead of replacing the dryer’s power cord to match the existing outlet?
The tenants need to be able to use their dryer and with the outlet being outdated it would be normally expected for the house to be upgraded rather than making the tenant downgrade their dryer plug. That's the perspective they take on it when they assign the job.
I assume are talking about a dryer circuit with no nuetral? If the cable doesn't have a nuetral then you cant just install a 4 prong receptacle. The randolm commenter was correct in suggesting to replacethe dryer cord
Thanks for the great content. Im just now finding your channel. I have one question after seeing this video. How do we know what type of work requires a license in our state?
Call your states registrar of contractors.
I don't understand that part about switch controlled outlets. Don't you just have the switch built into the outlet and all the system at the back is ready to go with no modification needed?
I have not seen the switch built into the outlet. I've only seen the switch on the wall used to control half of an outlet.
@@bulletproofhandyman this would be standard in the UK cdn.aws.toolstation.com/images/141020-UK/800/82496.jpg
Nothing like that here! We tend to put a switch on the wall and then use that switch to control an outlet, usually so people can plug in lamps and use the wall switch to control them.
@@bulletproofhandyman it's funny how there are so many small differences between us in stuff that you would think may have standardised over the years. I notice loads of stuff in building especially plumbing, electrical and definitely plastering of walls v drywalling.
Smart outlets are the future anyway, no need for switches just voice and app control. I'm fitting some shorty.
Hope someone can give me some advice. I am considering leaving my corporate job (pays very well but I am stressed everyday to the point I have to take meds for anxiety 😢 and feel sick to my stomach from the pressure).
Have always been very handy (electrical, plumbing, etc) and wonder if handyman business would be a good fit.
Question is: how physically taxing is the work. I am in fairly good shape for 57 years old but sometimes have occasional back issues if I lift heavy items. How much of the job is light fixtures, outlets, faucets, etc vs more complex and taxing jobs?
Also, after all the running around for supplies, trips back to Home Depot, etc… does it end up still paying well. I’m in a fairly populated area and sure there are cheaper handyman out there charging less, just unsure if it would be a good direction. Love the idea of self-direction and not having to do corporate reports for a boss and the stress that comes with it. Do you guys recommend handyman work? Maybe I am overthinking it but the situation has me a bit lost and need to figure something out to relieve the stress. I don’t need to make as much as I’m making now but would be nice to be able to get to $150K a year as a handyman if that’s even possible?
Thanks for any advice.
The short answer is that I think starting a handyman business could be a very good fit for you, but you asked quite a few questions and I want to make sure I can answer them thoroughly. Would you mind sending me an email at? bulletproofhandymanbusiness@gmail.com
That way I can sit down at my PC and think everything through and make sure that I really give you the answers that you're looking for.
@@bulletproofhandymanI’d be interested in the answers you had for this gentleman. Thank you very much.