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Great video content! Sorry for butting in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is an awesome one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business without the headache. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my buddy after many years got excellent success with it.
Kudos for the Video clip! Sorry for chiming in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is a smashing exclusive guide for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my work buddy after a lifetime of fighting got great results with it.
Appreciate Video clip! Forgive me for the intrusion, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you thought about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (google it)? It is a good exclusive product for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my best friend Jordan finally got great success with it.
I have to give you props. I read through a lot of the conversations you had with people that left less than desirable comments. You didn't run from them you face them head on and had good answers for the questions and comments. Way to keep a level head. I do handyman work on the side and my prices are not as high as your but it's not my regular job and the cost of living isn't as high as your area. I just wanted to let you know how impressed I was on the way you handled it all.
The easy way to estimate is knowing for whom you will be working for, a low income people cannot pay what a middle class could and so on. I charge so I can make a living and feel my heart that I am helping people . I have made some good friends 😀
Nice video content! Apologies for the intrusion, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (should be on google have a look)? It is an awesome one off guide for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my friend at last got excellent success with it.
I think your prices are fine, if people complain about other handyman doing the same job for a lower price then he’s probably in the 80% that failed in the first four years. Good videos and you seem as a successful business owner, keep up the good work.
I live in Florida and thats the issue I always run into, people want jobs done for pennies, I just give my estimate and hope for the best, I can't lower my prices base on some clown out there
Some of these commentors don't realize, you have to pay for your own transportation, tools, insurance, retirement, etc. A guy can't do this type of work for free, or he won't be in business long.
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Customer ( I need my shower door put back on track). Handy man ( ok sure let me take a look at it and see what I'll need to do, ok ma'am, I cam fix this for you). Picks the door up and puts it back on track.... handy man ( all set ma'am). Old lady Customer ( wow, that was fast and it works agian, thank you). Handy man ( ok, for the job that's gonna be $97). Customer, ( 😲)..
I recently ended a job relationship with a customer who after several jobs decided I was charging to much. Her thoughts were that because she bought the supplies on clearance my labor should be less because it is low income housing. I tried to say just because you buy cheap tires doesn't decrease the the cost of putting them on.
Chris Howard true, I go and give estimates on exterior painting, customers are like, thats a rental so please give me a good price, what in the world is that have to do with my job? lol
@@duartepaintinghandymanservices the ones who own rental property are the ones who want discounts. Or freebies cause they've given you so much work. Lol
Jorge duarte I'll tell you. You see, they didn't charge enough for the damage deposit, so to recoop some of their losses, they're going to take it out of your wallet. You see... it make perfect sense! :D
Tile setter for 20 yrs, I’ve learned always take at least a 24” level....how many times I didn’t notice walls that were gonna need correction and floors that are not level... it’s significant for accurate estimates
Years ago I tried that with quickbooks but I found that every jobsite had it's own unique degree of difficulty due to the surroundings. (ie. ceiling height, kids running around, dogs, furniture, landscaping.) which would not make standardized pricing practical. I would also throw a 12 volt cordless drill in my estimate bag and maybe a tool belt. I'd rather work than drive, that's just me though.
Allen, I’m 20 years old and wanting to start a handyman company in Utah. I am struggling to give estimates with out losing out in the end. Any tips or ideas on how I can more accurately measure my costs and come out making an income? Im a start from the bottom type of guy and just recently got married and want to go on to provide for my wife and hopefully soon family. Hopefully one day be able to retire and have the company running for many years after me. I really enjoy your videos thank you for your time!
Your awesome, whats your reason for not using homewyse for everything ? it appears that you refer to homewyse to help pricing . it seems like it be simpler to not include wave.
Hi, I'm looking to starting my own handyman business and am a little confused with pricing. For example, if a homeowner asked to have all electrical outlets replace in her home one day and let's say it runs her $500 and also wants to have a wax ring replaced and it runs her I don't know $150. Would that be considered a $650 project or two separate projects? I would really appreciate your input.
I would consider that 2 separate projects. They are unrelated and being done at separate times. I would estimate them separately and invoice them separately as well.
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Thanks for sharing and taking the mystery out of the estimate process. You and others i watch have inspired me to and start my own handy man business. Thank you. I'm down in the bay area and lots of new techs keep moving here and don't have skills to do these jobs. I constantly do these jobs for family and friends time and love to do it. Question I thought were not too go over 500 or has something changed? the skills to do these
Thank you for your comment John! Yes you are correct, In california you are not a licensed contractor you can only perform projects up to $500 including labor and materials per project. In this estimate there are multiple projects on the estimate
I have started up a Handyman Journey Mastering Facebook group and would love for you to join: facebook.com/groups/955093931316242/ I will also be having a course on starting a handyman business in 2 months and would love for you to join that aswell!
Been doing handyman repairs for almost 10 years in Hawai'i and I know I should be charging more but how does one know how far to push it? I'm at 30 per hour and it is pretty much just time and materials so far. As and retired mechanic, was used to working flat rate from a manual that said how much a job paid hourly. All my advertising is work of mouth plus having several real estate agents sending plenty to me. I was intrigued with your webb sites mentioned but couldn't really see how to use them. Have you done an in depth video to help use them a bit easier or help get started? I know I need more organization than I've got right now! LOL
Hey Roy....now you sound HONEST...I been at it for 30 years ...here in the uk.... and i make a living..like yourself no ads just word and mouth...and i tell my customers " I have made all the mistakes" Theres no substitute for experience. I once fitted a kitchen from IKEA and the customer showed me their quote....i did not attempt to go near that price ...I charge for a fair days work and what i think its worth.People use people like us because we dont charge like the bigboys.Its a bit cheeky to charge their prices when you dont have their overheads and you clearly have LIMITED experience.
Applied for Handyman group. Stoked! Is using text photos and talking on the phone not a good way to estimate certain jobs? It was going to be part of my strategy but in a different bay area market.
I recommend RapidBooks. Free and easy to use. You can enter the Item details in advance, next time you can directly select from the drop-down box. Very convenient. And when the customer agrees to your estimate, you can directly convert to invoice.
It's funny how people talk about the price being high and how it takes an hr to do a job. What they don't get is the time on the rd driving to and from that job and at home doing the book work you could have 3 hrs in that project. People that work for someone only think about time on site.
Not to mention the experience a confident handyman has with them. The most important tool a handyman can have. If I don't have the knowledge or the experience to do a particular job . I will not do it . It saves a whole lot of trouble in the long run for me and the customer. So don't take ajob you aren't sure of just for the job
My only issue w your estimating software are the prices for each individual tasks. I much prefer handing my estimates with an overall price. I feel that it’s easier on the eyes as some things cost more than others and the last thing I would want this to have a client question me on individual costs.
Another reason for not itemizing the prices: The customer will sometimes want you to come do items numbers 1, 2, and 6. They expect the same pricing even though they've cut the job to a fraction of what they originally talked about having you do. (The 100 widget price for 7 widgets please!) Not always worth it if there's not as much to do when you get there. I price by the overall job. List of items to do, what I'm supplying, what they're supplying, what the total is they'll have to pay for the above, and what the payment arrangements will be. But I realize we all do things differently by what works for us.
New sub, got some information off your channel for websites to look up, loving homewyse, thanks so much for that, I am debating stopping my service charge and using this site for my estimates.
I knew a car salesman once who only had one car on his lot. He had it listed for 647.000 (that's thousand) dollars. I asked him how many he sold? "Well, I only have to sell one!"
Im a handyman in the business for 26 year's. I have my own company. I'm old school in my trade and estimate. Most of my customers are referral. Im in south Florida and those prices would never fly here. I can look at a job and know what it will cost both in labor and material. Plus taxes. But i never give a customer the price on the spot. I will give them an guesstimate aka ball park figures and its always higher. The reason is this. I always add 20% more for what i call the. WHAT IF'S. Unseen Thing's behind the walls. Good luck with those prices brother.
I think the jobs I am the most uncomfortable with are the ones where the homeowner isn't sure what they want to do, or are afraid to spend money to do it right. You're better at getting the jobs than me, I'm a little too honest sometimes.
@@handymanjourney I've been using the app that you had mention which is waveapps and I have got to say I love it and I've pairing it up with my own formula for the pricing it works great
I've run into the person who tries saying my buddy or some other relation did this for this much. Usually comparing two things that have nothing to do with each other
Apples and oranges! I say then if you trust your buddy or cousin you do the job to your satisfaction you'd be a fool not you hire them to do the job for you and I can't fault you for it at all. I just know what I need to charge to do the job properly and be able to stand behind my work. If you'd like for me to proceed with the work this is what my price is.
@@ACoustaDC Thanks! I just try to think from the perspective of if I were in the customer's shoes. I'm not out to gouge anyone. I just need to be compensated for my time, risk, and skills so that I can provide for my family, do what I reasonably can to keep healthy, and keep my business going. Thanks for your comment.
Wondering wut the website is you use to help determine pricing for various jobs ?? I know u referenced one in another video but cant recall which one. Thx
Dude! the first thing I noticed in this vid is the sharp outfit representing your outfit! had to pause and ask where can I order one of those? who is the supplier? thanks in advance!- Steve
Carlos Araiza thanks Carlos, I try and make it on a different day each week to accommodate different schedules, last week it was on a Wednesday. This week it is on Friday
Installed that exact same door sweep two weeks ago, make sure you have a large enough gap between the bottom of the door and the threshold. I learned that to hard way and had to take the door off the hinges and saw off about 1/4 " off the bottom. This threshold was as flat as it could go, so maybe you will be able to adjust that one and have better luck.
Also, that seems way too cheap, at least in my area. 150 would be the charge here, plus the part. You will have to cut it too. Let me know if it is easier, my way was about 2 hours to make it right.
Yes thank you for your comment David! I have encountered some of these that are a pain! This one has an adjustable door threshold and a pretty even gap so I just estimated that it will take me about 15 minutes, maybe 30, but there is always room for learning! I hope I dont encounter any issues!
Aaron I don't see how you can go around and charge $300 to remove shelving, it just doesn't add up, I have installed shelving before which takes longer than removing and the closest I came to charge was $250 and took me about 2hrs
goalie2998 that shouldn't be necessary that stuff gets picked up by their waste management service, just place the items neatly by their garbage and let them put it out on trash day. would you pay someone $300 to remove shelving? if it was something huge and would take atleast 5 hrs perhaps, maybe
customers don't want a heap of old shelving lying in their driveway until it maybe gets picked up by the garbage truck. Much better service to haul it to the dump and leave the customer without trash. That's an hour driving plus disposal fees.
Chris Howard Yes, I charge for getting supplies. As far as the free estimates, I learned from another contractor to charge by the hour when there is a laundry list of jobs with too many variables. A way to win those jobs is to give them a range price... between this and that, barring any inforseen issues etc. People are usually understanding of this. Also, to give them an idea on total cost, add the jobs up in your mind by how long each one will take you.... half day or whole day time frames and then tell them supplies are extra - give a range on that too. This gives you some cushion room and gives the customer an immediate number or range to make a decision/ask questions and for you to feel them out and seal the deal. Don't waste more time than you have to... life really IS short! The free estimate ends if when they start asking for estimates on things other than what you were called there to give a price on. If they say they are 'just wondering' what it would cost or for something they plan in the future, just tell them you will look at it (after they hire you for the job you came to look at) then and give them a price. You can think about it and not waste too much time by doing it on a coffee break. Hope this helps!
2:08 "Sometimes if it's a really small project like, replace the smoke alarm batteries in their smoke detector.. um.. then I'll just...you know...pop those in there real quick..." ..."and charge them $65" lol
Matt Lamb well said matt! It is crazy when people think you can have all the insurance and stuff needed for this business but still expect to pay you only $20/hour. Lol! Crazy!
Matt Lamb thanks Matt! I appreciate your comment and you checking out my channel! Some people just don't understand about pricing but I'm here to educate and show him what a real handyman does! I look forward to talking with you some more on some of my other videos! Have a great day!
Yea lets just drive to get location, assess, pick up materials, install it for them, and charge them 5 bucks for it because it took 5 minutes to install. Sounds about right!
Good job! Price the solution, not your time. With this method the homeowner doesn't have to guess what it will all end up costing, they can pick what they do or don't want and you can focus on being efficient to maximize your earnings and your quality will have them bragging about you and calling you back for more. You and my buddy Matt down in SC are my favorite TH-cam handyguys and I want to see you guys kill it out there. I watch a few other guys that really disappoint the hell out of me. Anyways, keep up the good work. One more thing, about what percentage of your estimates get accepted?
Thanks for your kind words Payton, I appreciate it! What line of work are you in? I am actually going to be discussing that in my video on Wednesday! I have started up a Handyman Journey Mastering Facebook group and would love for you to join: facebook.com/groups/955093931316242/ I will also be having a course on starting a handyman business in 2 months and would love for you to join that aswell!
I'm a construction manager for an engineering firm and I work mainly in the Carolinas on power plants. I'm a carpenter by trade and worked for myself doing remodeling and repair work back before the economy slowed way down. Thats what I love and I'm planing on heading back in that direction, but I love my job at the moment and I'm torn. It looks like the need is definitely out there. I've been remodeling a bathroom for my parents here in Florida this week and I've definitely been bitten by the bug again. I get a kick out of watching videos on TH-cam and seeing all the different styles and thoughts about pricing and I could definitely tell you some stories about under bidding. That software you were using looks pretty cool. Keep up the good work~Payton
The handyman Journey thanks for responding. Just that I use my iPhone and click where it says type of job and goes to blank page. Great work by the way
To replace a garden hose rubber seal 3 miles down the road, I'll charge $40.... and bring my big estimate book to look like I think I might know what I'm doing. (🤔🤫🤪🙉). Collect and hit the road as quick as possible.
Also, how much did you have in materials, travel time, and time to get materials. How long the job takes isn’t the only factor. What are others charging in your market?
@@stevemcwilliams8680 you probably should charge much more than that. Sounds like u only charged to paint. Get more by making a spreadsheet or something on paper explaining removal, prep, paint and installation.
😂!! Holly fucking hell!! ....stay out of Arkansas there buddy!, Those are insurance adjuster prices... Did you notice a door sweep costs more than fixing/setting/installing a door. Congratulations my friend !! You have hit the big time! I’ve gotta get the F-word out of Arkansas and come be the next Rothschild with you. Please tell us what your computer says about stain grade crown molding installation !
ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!! I have been in the game for 30 years.......the fact that you had to check a price of a door brush...what exactly do you KNOW....I would have done everything on the day and charged nothing like that and i wouldn't have gone all the way home to check prices.OMG!!!
@@chazmann4342 And you know what, after 30 years one would think you would have learned some professionalism. You might know how much things cost, but it sure an a$$hole. And my friend, that will get u no business.
no shit, door brush is 5 screws, hinge takes 5 minutes, and shelves maybe an hour. I would of charged 300$ the most and completed it in two hours tops. and I would of did it while I was there. that is a service call not a bid LMAO
Totally disagree my friend. I don't do free estimates. First call is $39 Assessment/Service Call. I show up on time, and prepared to fix something. They know they have problems or they wouldn't have called me. In less than an hour, working from my service truck tools and supply, I can do a hell of a lot of good work. After that, I own them with zero competition. If I have to go shopping, or it's more than an hour, then, an Agreement is signed and down payment money flows to me on the spot. Listen, Pro time is too valuable to to waste it driving to give free estimates.
Also, don't let customers buy supplies and materials. You control all buying so you can buy your favorite brands that you know you can quickly and expertly install. Customers will typically buy cheap, odd-ball stuff. When you've installed the same brand 100 times, the 101st is a breeze and your real costs go way down.
Yeah it’s hard to price stuff because what’s easy to you is impossible for someone else. I feel I price very low but I tend to work for people I know so I feel bad charging to much. What usually happens though is the people pay you but then add to it because they know your not charging enough. If you asked for that much in the beginning though they’d think it’s to high. Another way I charge is a low rate per hour. That threshold I’d probably only charge $20 for plus material but I’d charge to go get it from the store too. The fan probably $50 because it as well is 5-10 mins. Nothing pisses me off more than a guy spending 20 mins at my house then asking for $300-$500. I gotta eat too overcharging for quick jobs will turn people off. Save someone money and they’ll always call you first
wow ppl here in the Caribbean do everything themselves or have a nephew or family member who does it and when they screw it up they end up calling you...........lol
that's fair money....it's high...but so is everything in this life. It doesn't Pay...to work for other people....so why do it? If you have skills....do this for yourself. Anyone under 35 today....usually can't do anything other than "text" anyhow.
@@TheMegacheesey / "Copy someone else who has already done it,...and just do what they do"....I would work for someone else for a year first,...gather tools, and gather knowledge about "book keeping too"...it's much harder than the actual work.
Thank you for your comment Mark! Yes you are correct, In california you are not a licensed contractor you can only perform projects up to $500 including labor and materials per project. In this estimate there are multiple projects on the estimate
@@handymanjourney These would all count as one project. I contacted the cslb classification department and I asked that specific question. That person said it all counts as one project.
Kinda steep. Door hinges??? Why you charge so much?. I never used a app to make my estimates. Everyone has their own way of bidding a job... not putting down, glad your Making money.
Be careful showing customers and your personal info on these vids buddy. Altho most of us are good guys there's a few that are bad and can cause issues. Good job tho!
lorena bautista thank you for your comment Dave, I would love to hear what price you thought was unreasonable and what you would charge for this. Thanks and have a great day
Honest Lee Handyman don't have to thank me it simply comes down to common sense! I'm going to assume you reside in California where things are more expensive than other parts of the country! I'm sure there's contractor's who are higher priced than you!
Geez, 75 labor to install that door sweep? That's a 10 minute job - tops. Where do you operate? Beverly Hills? The customer can see how long and how complex a job it is. It's unlikely I'd hear from them again if I did that. Now, if I had been called out just for that job alone, it would be a different story. Tha6t being said, more power to you. Handyman - 20 years in the silicone valley.
No disrespect, but $90 to install a door sweep! it literally takes 10 min. people like this is what keeps me so busy...but charges only 150 for an exhaust fan? that takes sometimes an hour depending whether or not you have access to it....plus the PIA factor....smh
They may be able to get a better deal that's not what I'm going for. I'm not trying to be the cheapest guy out there I'm trying to be someone who offers honesty and integrity and completeness in my work. I did not show the complexity of the shelving units that she wanted to build in h her closet. Thank you so much for your comment and have a great day!
Dustin Tunis LOL I did not realize it said incompleteness. Spell check changed it it was supposed to say and completeness in my work. I've changed it now thank you so much for bringing it to my attention
Dude, you have to change the name of your company. Anything with "handyman" in it sounds cheap. Likewise anything with "Mr" In it. Handymen work for weed money.
Mega Dave thank you for your comment Dave, I would love to hear what price you thought was unreasonable and what you would charge for this. Thanks and have a great day
Honest Lee Handyman i didn't get past the $60 to install two cab door hinges..its literary 10 min. Of work ..so even at 35 an hour your talkn a half hour of work topps so thats $ 17.50.. So yea your too tall man..im not looking for a big debate..im sure we live in different parts of the country.. Just curious how much an hour do you value your time at?
Mega Dave I'm not looking for a debate. I truely appreciate your opinion and I really appreciate you taking the time to comment back, most people who leave mean comments won't reply so I appreciate your willingness to have a conversation. I have plenty of videos on how I price and how I came to that price for me personally, you can check those out on my channel, I would appreciate your opinion. I have figured out what my hourly/ weekly/ monthly income needs to be to support my family and my business and that is how I figure my rates. Typically my hourly figure comes out around . I know that sounds high but I am not an employee making that I am a business owner and that is definitely not what I pay my self, my take home pay is much less. Where are you located and what is your hourly rate? I understand that I can always grow as a person so I look forward to your opinion!
Honest Lee Handyman wow right on dude i mean if pepole will pay it ..hell go get it ..lol I don't think i charge enough for what i do hahaha...but we are 3000 miles away from each other. its very different where i live.. Good luck man
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Kudos for the Video clip! Apologies for the intrusion, I am interested in your opinion. Have you heard the talk about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (do a search on google)? It is an awesome one off product for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my cooworker finally got astronomical success with it.
Great video content! Sorry for butting in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is an awesome one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business without the headache. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my buddy after many years got excellent success with it.
Kudos for the Video clip! Sorry for chiming in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is a smashing exclusive guide for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my work buddy after a lifetime of fighting got great results with it.
Appreciate Video clip! Forgive me for the intrusion, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you thought about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (google it)? It is a good exclusive product for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my best friend Jordan finally got great success with it.
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I have to give you props. I read through a lot of the conversations you had with people that left less than desirable comments. You didn't run from them you face them head on and had good answers for the questions and comments. Way to keep a level head. I do handyman work on the side and my prices are not as high as your but it's not my regular job and the cost of living isn't as high as your area. I just wanted to let you know how impressed I was on the way you handled it all.
Thank you so much for the awesome comment and the encouragement! I needed that! :)
Thank you
The easy way to estimate is knowing for whom you will be working for, a low income people cannot pay what a middle class could and so on. I charge so I can make a living and feel my heart that I am helping people . I have made some good friends 😀
Just the fact that you address people's questions and complaints shows your professionalism 👍
Hey Thanks! I appreciate the comment!
Nice video content! Apologies for the intrusion, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (should be on google have a look)? It is an awesome one off guide for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my friend at last got excellent success with it.
I think your prices are fine, if people complain about other handyman doing the same job for a lower price then he’s probably in the 80% that failed in the first four years. Good videos and you seem as a successful business owner, keep up the good work.
So true! Thank you for your comment! Where are you located?
I’m located in Florida
I live in Florida and thats the issue I always run into, people want jobs done for pennies, I just give my estimate and hope for the best, I can't lower my prices base on some clown out there
But come on 60 for putting on door hinges lol I’m a carpenter not a handyman nor am I in business for my self but dam. Lol
Some of these commentors don't realize, you have to pay for your own transportation, tools, insurance, retirement, etc. A guy can't do this type of work for free, or he won't be in business long.
Yes, You are so true! There is a lot that goes into a price! Thank you for your comment! I appreciate it!
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Customer ( I need my shower door put back on track). Handy man ( ok sure let me take a look at it and see what I'll need to do, ok ma'am, I cam fix this for you). Picks the door up and puts it back on track.... handy man ( all set ma'am). Old lady Customer ( wow, that was fast and it works agian, thank you). Handy man ( ok, for the job that's gonna be $97). Customer, ( 😲)..
I recently ended a job relationship with a customer who after several jobs decided I was charging to much. Her thoughts were that because she bought the supplies on clearance my labor should be less because it is low income housing. I tried to say just because you buy cheap tires doesn't decrease the the cost of putting them on.
Chris Howard true, I go and give estimates on exterior painting, customers are like, thats a rental so please give me a good price, what in the world is that have to do with my job? lol
@@duartepaintinghandymanservices the ones who own rental property are the ones who want discounts. Or freebies cause they've given you so much work. Lol
Chris Howard lol exactly
Jorge duarte I'll tell you. You see, they didn't charge enough for the damage deposit, so to recoop some of their losses, they're going to take it out of your wallet. You see... it make perfect sense! :D
Property they’re making money on. What twats! G0 get Juan then.
Tile setter for 20 yrs, I’ve learned always take at least a 24” level....how many times I didn’t notice walls that were gonna need correction and floors that are not level... it’s significant for accurate estimates
Years ago I tried that with quickbooks but I found that every jobsite had it's own unique degree of difficulty due to the surroundings. (ie. ceiling height, kids running around, dogs, furniture, landscaping.) which would not make standardized pricing practical. I would also throw a 12 volt cordless drill in my estimate bag and maybe a tool belt. I'd rather work than drive, that's just me though.
Ya, ever job is a bit different
Allen, I’m 20 years old and wanting to start a handyman company in Utah. I am struggling to give estimates with out losing out in the end. Any tips or ideas on how I can more accurately measure my costs and come out making an income? Im a start from the bottom type of guy and just recently got married and want to go on to provide for my wife and hopefully soon family. Hopefully one day be able to retire and have the company running for many years after me. I really enjoy your videos thank you for your time!
Just wondering how you made out?
A nice mechanical approach to assigning value to a prospective client. Good stuff!
Thanks! Is appreciate your comment!
The handyman journey: thank you for your awesome videos 🙏. I have been learning a lot!
Do you make customers sign a service agreement?
Your awesome, whats your reason for not using homewyse for everything ? it appears that you refer to homewyse to help pricing . it seems like it be simpler to not include wave.
Hi, I'm looking to starting my own handyman business and am a little confused with pricing. For example, if a homeowner asked to have all electrical outlets replace in her home one day and let's say it runs her $500 and also wants to have a wax ring replaced and it runs her I don't know $150. Would that be considered a $650 project or two separate projects? I would really appreciate your input.
I would consider that 2 separate projects. They are unrelated and being done at separate times. I would estimate them separately and invoice them separately as well.
Hey Lee, do you have a trailer hitch lock? Have you seen those hitch ball locks? Makes it almost impossible for anyone to drag your trailer away. You are in CA!
Here in the bay area you can't even leave a trailer or truck with tools in it in your drive way. If they can't steal the trailer they'll cut a hole in the side and steal your tools. Thanks to the miracle of cordless power tools.
And those hitch lock are only a minor delay for thieves
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Isn’t the the $500 limit the issue though? Is it different is they buy the materials?
love it when people want a price while you're looking at the work
Thanks for your comment
That is smart: I agree take your time to think things out....instead just jumping into a job....👍
Definitely!
How do you come up with those prices??
I live in a well known wealthy area but people would be shocked if i handed them an estimate like this!
Thanks for sharing and taking the mystery out of the estimate process. You and others i watch have inspired me to and start my own handy man business. Thank you. I'm down in the bay area and lots of new techs keep moving here and don't have skills to do these jobs. I constantly do these jobs for family and friends time and love to do it. Question I thought were not too go over 500 or has something changed?
the skills to do these
Thank you for your comment John! Yes you are correct, In california you are not a licensed contractor you can only perform projects up to $500 including labor and materials per project. In this estimate there are multiple projects on the estimate
I have started up a Handyman Journey Mastering Facebook group and would love for you to join: facebook.com/groups/955093931316242/
I will also be having a course on starting a handyman business in 2 months and would love for you to join that aswell!
Been doing handyman repairs for almost 10 years in Hawai'i and I know I should be charging more but how does one know how far to push it? I'm at 30 per hour and it is pretty much just time and materials so far. As and retired mechanic, was used to working flat rate from a manual that said how much a job paid hourly. All my advertising is work of mouth plus having several real estate agents sending plenty to me. I was intrigued with your webb sites mentioned but couldn't really see how to use them. Have you done an in depth video to help use them a bit easier or help get started? I know I need more organization than I've got right now! LOL
I have made some in depth videos on that. Yes it can be tricky to find out what your hourly need is as a handyman.
Hey Roy....now you sound HONEST...I been at it for 30 years ...here in the uk.... and i make a living..like yourself no ads just word and mouth...and i tell my customers " I have made all the mistakes" Theres no substitute for experience. I once fitted a kitchen from IKEA and the customer showed me their quote....i did not attempt to go near that price ...I charge for a fair days work and what i think its worth.People use people like us because we dont charge like the bigboys.Its a bit cheeky to charge their prices when you dont have their overheads and you clearly have LIMITED experience.
Couldn't have said it better Gary!
Sorry if you've already answered this but wondering does the $500 limit (in CA)include the materials even when the customer provides them?
Thanks for your comment! Yes the $500 limit does include materials even if the home owner buys them
Great video i have a question do you have a magnetic for advertising your business while you are driving and parked in neighborhoods doing work?
Thanks Jack! Yep, I have magnets on my truck, going to get my trailer stickered this spring
Applied for Handyman group. Stoked! Is using text photos and talking on the phone not a good way to estimate certain jobs? It was going to be part of my strategy but in a different bay area market.
F. I'm literelly in the process of finding that out now
He bro i enjoy your videos . What estimate software are you using ? Thanks?
I recommend RapidBooks. Free and easy to use. You can enter the Item details in advance, next time you can directly select from the drop-down box. Very convenient. And when the customer agrees to your estimate, you can directly convert to invoice.
I use makate
It's funny how people talk about the price being high and how it takes an hr to do a job. What they don't get is the time on the rd driving to and from that job and at home doing the book work you could have 3 hrs in that project. People that work for someone only think about time on site.
This is so perfect! Yes people do not see all this! Thanks for your comment!
Not to mention the experience a confident handyman has with them. The most important tool a handyman can have. If I don't have the knowledge or the experience to do a particular job . I will not do it . It saves a whole lot of trouble in the long run for me and the customer. So don't take ajob you aren't sure of just for the job
I know this is a old video but on the estimate total it was over the $500 is it $500 limit per item?
What estimating program do you use? I need one that I can use from my cell phone smartphone free one
My only issue w your estimating software are the prices for each individual tasks.
I much prefer handing my estimates with an overall price.
I feel that it’s easier on the eyes as some things cost more than others and the last thing I would want this to have a client question me on individual costs.
JPer I agree! Thanks for your comment!
i always group my charges. people freak when they see individual prices
Another reason for not itemizing the prices: The customer will sometimes want you to come do items numbers 1, 2, and 6. They expect the same pricing even though they've cut the job to a fraction of what they originally talked about having you do. (The 100 widget price for 7 widgets please!) Not always worth it if there's not as much to do when you get there. I price by the overall job. List of items to do, what I'm supplying, what they're supplying, what the total is they'll have to pay for the above, and what the payment arrangements will be. But I realize we all do things differently by what works for us.
I've found that customers that want you to itemize everything also nitpick your prices.
Chris Howard 3 out of 10 customers will do that regardless
Thank you for the video it was real helpful.
Hey I am glad this was helpful!!
New sub, got some information off your channel for websites to look up, loving homewyse, thanks so much for that, I am debating stopping my service charge and using this site for my estimates.
Thanks David! Glad to have you!
I knew a car salesman once who only had one car on his lot. He had it listed for 647.000 (that's thousand) dollars. I asked him how many he sold? "Well, I only have to sell one!"
I like it.
Thank you…,
Do you use Thumbtack.com? If so. How would you make all of this work?
I do not. I advertise on Yelp and social media.
@@handymanjourney Thank you for your reply. I'm not really savy with that but I will look into it.
Ever thought of spraying for bugs too. Just a leaf blower and chemicals needed
Haven't ever given it any thought
Im a handyman in the business for 26 year's. I have my own company. I'm old school in my trade and estimate. Most of my customers are referral. Im in south Florida and those prices would never fly here. I can look at a job and know what it will cost both in labor and material. Plus taxes. But i never give a customer the price on the spot. I will give them an guesstimate aka ball park figures and its always higher. The reason is this. I always add 20% more for what i call the. WHAT IF'S. Unseen Thing's behind the walls. Good luck with those prices brother.
He's in California, costs are higher to live .
are you in canada or USA? waveapps office is in Toronto so...
Was the homewyse price for the door sweep including the price of the sweep itself?
Great pointers. Thanks for the video :)
Your welcome! Glad it helps! Thank you for your comment!
I think the jobs I am the most uncomfortable with are the ones where the homeowner isn't sure what they want to do, or are afraid to spend money to do it right. You're better at getting the jobs than me, I'm a little too honest sometimes.
Very informative!...i how to learned much from this channel
Thanks so much! So glad this is of help!
@@handymanjourney I've been using the app that you had mention which is waveapps and I have got to say I love it and I've pairing it up with my own formula for the pricing it works great
Thanks for the great video! 👍
I've run into the person who tries saying my buddy or some other relation did this for this much. Usually comparing two things that have nothing to do with each other
Apples and oranges! I say then if you trust your buddy or cousin you do the job to your satisfaction you'd be a fool not you hire them to do the job for you and I can't fault you for it at all. I just know what I need to charge to do the job properly and be able to stand behind my work. If you'd like for me to proceed with the work this is what my price is.
@@yepper1165 What a nice professional way to handle that. I approve!
@@ACoustaDC Thanks! I just try to think from the perspective of if I were in the customer's shoes. I'm not out to gouge anyone. I just need to be compensated for my time, risk, and skills so that I can provide for my family, do what I reasonably can to keep healthy, and keep my business going. Thanks for your comment.
Wondering wut the website is you use to help determine pricing for various jobs ?? I know u referenced one in another video but cant recall which one. Thx
It is called homewyse.com thanks for your comment
What was the name of the application to do the estimate??
www.waveapps.com
Thanks for the helpful info!
Your welcome!
Awesome video I’m going to have to check out the wave app
Ya take a look at it! Thank you!
Dude! the first thing I noticed in this vid is the sharp outfit representing your outfit! had to pause and ask where can I order one of those? who is the supplier? thanks in advance!- Steve
Thanks steve! I got mine from www.automotiveworkwear.com/
Nice and simple. Which day is your estimate day?
Carlos Araiza thanks Carlos, I try and make it on a different day each week to accommodate different schedules, last week it was on a Wednesday. This week it is on Friday
QuickBooks has estimates built in you can convert to invoices immediately.
I'll definitely look into that app. I've made money yes, BUT I can make more without getting outrageous.
Just curious your estimate was for $650.00, how were you able to go over the $500.00 threshold?
😂
Its easy just type + ($x) whatever amount you want
Installed that exact same door sweep two weeks ago, make sure you have a large enough gap between the bottom of the door and the threshold. I learned that to hard way and had to take the door off the hinges and saw off about 1/4 " off the bottom. This threshold was as flat as it could go, so maybe you will be able to adjust that one and have better luck.
Also, that seems way too cheap, at least in my area. 150 would be the charge here, plus the part. You will have to cut it too. Let me know if it is easier, my way was about 2 hours to make it right.
Yes thank you for your comment David! I have encountered some of these that are a pain! This one has an adjustable door threshold and a pretty even gap so I just estimated that it will take me about 15 minutes, maybe 30, but there is always room for learning! I hope I dont encounter any issues!
so you charge $300 for taking down shelving but $150 to install an exhaust fan? kind of backwards aint it?
Aaron I don't see how you can go around and charge $300 to remove shelving, it just doesn't add up, I have installed shelving before which takes longer than removing and the closest I came to charge was $250 and took me about 2hrs
@@duartepaintinghandymanservices maybe disposal fees and what not. Material handling once he leaves is time too.
goalie2998 that shouldn't be necessary that stuff gets picked up by their waste management service, just place the items neatly by their garbage and let them put it out on trash day. would you pay someone $300 to remove shelving? if it was something huge and would take atleast 5 hrs perhaps, maybe
@@duartepaintinghandymanservices I wouldn't but I'm an experienced trade person.
However people who aren't , or value their time off obviously will.
customers don't want a heap of old shelving lying in their driveway until it maybe gets picked up by the garbage truck. Much better service to haul it to the dump and leave the customer without trash. That's an hour driving plus disposal fees.
Does anyone charge for mileage/time getting supplies? Also when does the free estimate end?
Chris Howard Yes, I charge for getting supplies. As far as the free estimates, I learned from another contractor to charge by the hour when there is a laundry list of jobs with too many variables. A way to win those jobs is to give them a range price... between this and that, barring any inforseen issues etc. People are usually understanding of this. Also, to give them an idea on total cost, add the jobs up in your mind by how long each one will take you.... half day or whole day time frames and then tell them supplies are extra - give a range on that too. This gives you some cushion room and gives the customer an immediate number or range to make a decision/ask questions and for you to feel them out and seal the deal. Don't waste more time than you have to... life really IS short!
The free estimate ends if when they start asking for estimates on things other than what you were called there to give a price on. If they say they are 'just wondering' what it would cost or for something they plan in the future, just tell them you will look at it (after they hire you for the job you came to look at) then and give them a price. You can think about it and not waste too much time by doing it on a coffee break. Hope this helps!
2:08 "Sometimes if it's a really small project like, replace the smoke alarm batteries in their smoke detector.. um.. then I'll just...you know...pop those in there real quick..."
..."and charge them $65" lol
A Dad Supreme lol thanks for your comment!
Matt Lamb well said matt! It is crazy when people think you can have all the insurance and stuff needed for this business but still expect to pay you only $20/hour. Lol! Crazy!
Matt Lamb thanks Matt! I appreciate your comment and you checking out my channel! Some people just don't understand about pricing but I'm here to educate and show him what a real handyman does! I look forward to talking with you some more on some of my other videos! Have a great day!
And the problem is? A man needs to make money!!
Yea lets just drive to get location, assess, pick up materials, install it for them, and charge them 5 bucks for it because it took 5 minutes to install. Sounds about right!
turn down that funking music for crying out loud
What I am really curious about is where you get your customers. Or, where do you do your marketing, place ads, etc.?
Yelp and a good web presence
I like your intro.😊
Thanks!!
Nice. Thanks!
Your welcome! Thanks for your comment!
Good job! Price the solution, not your time. With this method the homeowner doesn't have to guess what it will all end up costing, they can pick what they do or don't want and you can focus on being efficient to maximize your earnings and your quality will have them bragging about you and calling you back for more. You and my buddy Matt down in SC are my favorite TH-cam handyguys and I want to see you guys kill it out there. I watch a few other guys that really disappoint the hell out of me. Anyways, keep up the good work. One more thing, about what percentage of your estimates get accepted?
Thanks for your kind words Payton, I appreciate it! What line of work are you in? I am actually going to be discussing that in my video on Wednesday! I have started up a Handyman Journey Mastering Facebook group and would love for you to join: facebook.com/groups/955093931316242/
I will also be having a course on starting a handyman business in 2 months and would love for you to join that aswell!
I'm a construction manager for an engineering firm and I work mainly in the Carolinas on power plants. I'm a carpenter by trade and worked for myself doing remodeling and repair work back before the economy slowed way down. Thats what I love and I'm planing on heading back in that direction, but I love my job at the moment and I'm torn.
It looks like the need is definitely out there. I've been remodeling a bathroom for my parents here in Florida this week and I've definitely been bitten by the bug again.
I get a kick out of watching videos on TH-cam and seeing all the different styles and thoughts about pricing and I could definitely tell you some stories about under bidding. That software you were using looks pretty cool.
Keep up the good work~Payton
Does homewyse still work?
It does, yes
The handyman Journey thanks for responding. Just that I use my iPhone and click where it says type of job and goes to blank page. Great work by the way
Thanks man! Try using it on a computer if possible
To replace a garden hose rubber seal 3 miles down the road, I'll charge $40.... and bring my big estimate book to look like I think I might know what I'm doing. (🤔🤫🤪🙉). Collect and hit the road as quick as possible.
We don't need the music filler
You'll be a millionaire by August
I painted 6 interior doors for $225.00. Took me 2.5 hrs. Is that too much. ?
It all depends on your hourly need as a handyman
Also, how much did you have in materials, travel time, and time to get materials. How long the job takes isn’t the only factor. What are others charging in your market?
@@stevemcwilliams8680 you probably should charge much more than that. Sounds like u only charged to paint. Get more by making a spreadsheet or something on paper explaining removal, prep, paint and installation.
Ace S .... I think you meant to comment to Sammy Elliott. The original post.
Nice vid man.
Thanks Rob!
I know one thing for sure...your truck is fast😏
Haha! I wish!
OMG I wish I could charge that.
You can! Value yourself 😊
How to apply this job?
How come your is for 650 but I thought it couldn't go past 500?
Per project yes
Hey! Great vid! Very informative!!
Ps might want to blur customer info on computer screen. Address and email!
Thanks! Yep, Just blurred it! Thanks!
Ppl in my country (Caribbean) do everything themselves......and when u give me a price they always find is too much
😂!! Holly fucking hell!! ....stay out of Arkansas there buddy!,
Those are insurance adjuster prices...
Did you notice a door sweep costs more than fixing/setting/installing a door.
Congratulations my friend !! You have hit the big time!
I’ve gotta get the F-word out of Arkansas and come be the next Rothschild with you.
Please tell us what your computer says about stain grade crown molding installation !
I like your prices...I keep geetting screwed for overpriced work.
With those prices you would never get any work in my area.
Ya, Prices sure differ from area to area, Where are you located?
ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!! I have been in the game for 30 years.......the fact that you had to check a price of a door brush...what exactly do you KNOW....I would have done everything on the day and charged nothing like that and i wouldn't have gone all the way home to check prices.OMG!!!
@@chazmann4342 And you know what, after 30 years one would think you would have learned some professionalism. You might know how much things cost, but it sure an a$$hole. And my friend, that will get u no business.
chaz mann good luck Retiring with those prices you probably the give, dumbass
no shit, door brush is 5 screws, hinge takes 5 minutes, and shelves maybe an hour. I would of charged 300$ the most and completed it in two hours tops. and I would of did it while I was there. that is a service call not a bid LMAO
Forgot the notebook in your estimate bag.😁
CavemanJoe lol I sure did! Good catch! ;)
I'm gonna stop dealing drugs and become a handyman. Great money. Less jail time.
Haha!!
Totally disagree my friend. I don't do free estimates. First call is $39 Assessment/Service Call. I show up on time, and prepared to fix something. They know they have problems or they wouldn't have called me. In less than an hour, working from my service truck tools and supply, I can do a hell of a lot of good work. After that, I own them with zero competition. If I have to go shopping, or it's more than an hour, then, an Agreement is signed and down payment money flows to me on the spot. Listen, Pro time is too valuable to to waste it driving to give free estimates.
Also, don't let customers buy supplies and materials. You control all buying so you can buy your favorite brands that you know you can quickly and expertly install. Customers will typically buy cheap, odd-ball stuff. When you've installed the same brand 100 times, the 101st is a breeze and your real costs go way down.
Thanks for the comment, Just showing how I do estimates and what works great for me. Glad you found a way that works for you!
Tom Doyle why 39
can you share details of the agreement?
thanks
Install numbers on your mailbox..that'll be 250.00$ thank you very much!
Lol
You forgot cost of materials. 254.75.
Yeah it’s hard to price stuff because what’s easy to you is impossible for someone else. I feel I price very low but I tend to work for people I know so I feel bad charging to much. What usually happens though is the people pay you but then add to it because they know your not charging enough. If you asked for that much in the beginning though they’d think it’s to high. Another way I charge is a low rate per hour. That threshold I’d probably only charge $20 for plus material but I’d charge to go get it from the store too. The fan probably $50 because it as well is 5-10 mins. Nothing pisses me off more than a guy spending 20 mins at my house then asking for $300-$500. I gotta eat too overcharging for quick jobs will turn people off. Save someone money and they’ll always call you first
wow ppl here in the Caribbean do everything themselves or have a nephew or family member who does it and when they screw it up they end up calling you...........lol
Supply and demand. How big is the demand.. if not so big. Then there are other routes
that's fair money....it's high...but so is everything in this life. It doesn't Pay...to work for other people....so why do it? If you have skills....do this for yourself. Anyone under 35 today....usually can't do anything other than "text" anyhow.
Lol, thanks for your comment
I’m 20 and looking to start my own handyman company!
@@TheMegacheesey / "Copy someone else who has already done it,...and just do what they do"....I would work for someone else for a year first,...gather tools, and gather knowledge about "book keeping too"...it's much harder than the actual work.
I resent that ha. I’m 31
I thought there was a 500 max?
Thank you for your comment Mark! Yes you are correct, In california you are not a licensed contractor you can only perform projects up to $500 including labor and materials per project. In this estimate there are multiple projects on the estimate
WoW...! Calli is soooo great..! Really looking after da little people... Lol.... W. T. F. ..?...
Mr. Big Brownbass lol ya
Are you a licensed contractor?
@@handymanjourney These would all count as one project. I contacted the cslb classification department and I asked that specific question. That person said it all counts as one project.
No duct tape? 😃
Haha! That would be a good one to add to the bag! Lol
what do you make $$ off your vids?
Kinda steep. Door hinges??? Why you charge so much?. I never used a app to make my estimates. Everyone has their own way of bidding a job... not putting down, glad your Making money.
$75 to install a door sweep. Oh my goodness.
Be careful showing customers and your personal info on these vids buddy. Altho most of us are good guys there's a few that are bad and can cause issues. Good job tho!
definitely! Thanks!
I was going to say the same thing. may want to block that.
Dude. 90 dollars to install a door sweep?! Its 5 or 6 tiny screws. And takes 5 mins. Tops....
it's called business, like when you are paying $10 for a hotdog at the ballpark that you could have bought at the supermarket for $1.50.
I have 3 professional guys under me, my professional experienced guys are good time Charlie, crack pipe bob and pill pop dan.
My company logo is, ( the world is a circus and I have 3 monkeys).
I haven't gotten a barrel yet but it's coming.......lmao......
Damn you too high
lorena bautista thank you for your comment Dave, I would love to hear what price you thought was unreasonable and what you would charge for this. Thanks and have a great day
You don't know where he's at? Markets and prices vary! Apparently he can't be too high because he gets jobs! Looks pretty successful to me!
Jeannine K thanks!
Honest Lee Handyman don't have to thank me it simply comes down to common sense! I'm going to assume you reside in California where things are more expensive than other parts of the country! I'm sure there's contractor's who are higher priced than you!
Man that's good money. Too bad in my area of California customers try to go cheap and pay by the hour rather than by the job.
Geez, 75 labor to install that door sweep? That's a 10 minute job - tops. Where do you operate? Beverly Hills? The customer can see how long and how complex a job it is. It's unlikely I'd hear from them again if I did that. Now, if I had been called out just for that job alone, it would be a different story. Tha6t being said, more power to you. Handyman - 20 years in the silicone valley.
You sure are gouging people
Gawd I hate the whistle hum fruity music
No disrespect, but $90 to install a door sweep! it literally takes 10 min. people like this is what keeps me so busy...but charges only 150 for an exhaust fan? that takes sometimes an hour depending whether or not you have access to it....plus the PIA factor....smh
Your way too high all that job estimate won't take you more than 4 hours to get it done I promise you can get a better deal
Agreed
They may be able to get a better deal that's not what I'm going for. I'm not trying to be the cheapest guy out there I'm trying to be someone who offers honesty and integrity and completeness in my work. I did not show the complexity of the shelving units that she wanted to build in h her closet. Thank you so much for your comment and have a great day!
Honest Lee Handyman - incompleteness in your work??😕
Dustin Tunis LOL I did not realize it said incompleteness. Spell check changed it it was supposed to say and completeness in my work. I've changed it now thank you so much for bringing it to my attention
Honest Lee Handyman - I figured as much, no problem. I got a chuckle out of it.
Dude, you have to change the name of your company. Anything with "handyman" in it sounds cheap. Likewise anything with "Mr" In it. Handymen work for weed money.
TheTrooper 98 thank you for your comment I have never had that issue.
Dude your a total rip off ....
Mega Dave thank you for your comment Dave, I would love to hear what price you thought was unreasonable and what you would charge for this. Thanks and have a great day
Honest Lee Handyman i didn't get past the $60 to install two cab door hinges..its literary 10 min. Of work ..so even at 35 an hour your talkn a half hour of work topps so thats $ 17.50..
So yea your too tall man..im not looking for a big debate..im sure we live in different parts of the country..
Just curious how much an hour do you value your time at?
Mega Dave I'm not looking for a debate. I truely appreciate your opinion and I really appreciate you taking the time to comment back, most people who leave mean comments won't reply so I appreciate your willingness to have a conversation. I have plenty of videos on how I price and how I came to that price for me personally, you can check those out on my channel, I would appreciate your opinion. I have figured out what my hourly/ weekly/ monthly income needs to be to support my family and my business and that is how I figure my rates. Typically my hourly figure comes out around . I know that sounds high but I am not an employee making that I am a business owner and that is definitely not what I pay my self, my take home pay is much less. Where are you located and what is your hourly rate? I understand that I can always grow as a person so I look forward to your opinion!
Honest Lee Handyman wow right on dude i mean if pepole will pay it ..hell go get it ..lol
I don't think i charge enough for what i do hahaha...but we are 3000 miles away from each other. its very different where i live..
Good luck man
Mega Dave definitely! California is expensive. Thanks for your input!