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  • 10 Most Profitable Handyman Jobs. In this video I talk about the Top 10 most profitable repairs as a handyman and the top 10 most profitable handyman jobs as a handyman. Are you ready to learn how to price handyman jobs competitively and estimate handyman jobs, this is the video for you.
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  • @handymanjourney
    @handymanjourney  5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What I charge for these handyman jobs! Check it out here - - th-cam.com/video/GcfKOLppXMM/w-d-xo.html

    • @paullesieur147
      @paullesieur147 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent Video clip! Forgive me for chiming in, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (do a google search)? It is a great one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my cousin after many years got excellent success with it.

    • @frankietolson5187
      @frankietolson5187 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Real sex,

    • @Axel-ib9ms
      @Axel-ib9ms 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lovely Video clip! Excuse me for butting in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you heard the talk about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (probably on Google)? It is a smashing one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some decent things about it and my best friend Jordan got excellent success with it.

    • @DougHNuts-ee3vn
      @DougHNuts-ee3vn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fantastic Video clip! Excuse me for butting in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you heard the talk about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (probably on Google)? It is a sleazy one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some crappy things about it and my best friend Dick Head got no success with it.

    • @chrisw3421
      @chrisw3421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Look at this troll keep making the same statement... someone answer them so they will go away

  • @ACoustaDC
    @ACoustaDC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    1. replace toilet.
    2. install ceiling fan
    3. replacing a light fixture.
    4. replacing faucet or spigot.
    5. dryer vent cleaning
    6. mounting TV's
    7. Clearing clogged sinks.
    8. Gutter cleaning.
    9. Replacing electrical outlets and switches.
    10.Repairing a leaning fence post.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks for listing them out!

    • @georgefolgers8731
      @georgefolgers8731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You service of making this short list is so needed ,, as people dont have time to listen to these TH-cam babbling babbling youtubers. Short list services is needed

    • @vote4pedro7
      @vote4pedro7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@georgefolgers8731 Nobody is forcing you to watch this.

    • @georgefolgers8731
      @georgefolgers8731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@vote4pedro7 at one time the other half of your brain will wake up,
      but I forgive your comment as it was only half way thought out.

    • @jeremybuchanan289
      @jeremybuchanan289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      1,2,3,4,9 all require special licenses. Get caught doing any of them and you could lose your business. Also, your insurance won't cover any fires or water damage if anything happens.

  • @ericsolberg8812
    @ericsolberg8812 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    And for crying out loud....take time and clean up after yourself! I talk to people who hire out work and complain about service men who leave a mess in their homes.
    Another great video! Thanks for sharing!

    • @jee2822
      @jee2822 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Eric Solberg I try and leave it cleaner then when I was there, LEAVE NO TRACE

    • @Nick-rm8zg
      @Nick-rm8zg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      j ee, Agreed, I always reserve time to clean out their garage or a bathroom or two. Sometimes they get upset like “what the hell are you doing” but I’m like “geez, trying to get rid of the trace”

    • @boedayious4993
      @boedayious4993 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also if you set up your work to clean as you go. OR not make the mess as you work you will save time and do a better job.
      LOVE and inside POO jetting

    • @therenegadepianotechnician5170
      @therenegadepianotechnician5170 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Use a tarp when cleaning the gutters or to collect any debris that get thrown outside gutting a bathroom etc.

    • @canadude6401
      @canadude6401 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, yes, YES!! As a homeowner nothing drives me more crazy than guys who don't spend 5 minutes (yes just 5 minutes) cleaning the work area. It's such an overlooked "last" impression they will remember you by. I had a large window installed in my home...it was a messy job inside and outside and was $thousands of dollars. When I returned home I found not only impeccable workmanship with a lot of attention to details, (perfect masonry work on the bricks, smooth caulk lines, untouched drywall, tight wood trim and painted), AND they cleaned it up so well, it was like they weren't even here! They even Windexed the window!
      I ran to the computer to give them a review online, I was so impressed.
      Here is another story ...this time of poor performance....
      We had a furnace replaced. The guys working there needed an outlet for their concrete hammer drill, so they unplugged the fridge.
      We didn't realize until about 8 hours later that our fridge was left unplugged after they went home! Probably hundreds of dollars of food in the fridge was spoiled. I was so pissed.
      Needless to say, they didn't get a good review. In hindsight, I really should have asked them for a $200 discount to replace the meat and other food we had to throw out.

  • @handymanjourney
    @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Check out www.handymanjourney.com comment below and let me know what you specialize in!

    • @savage-pg2oh
      @savage-pg2oh 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm curious to know what liscence your referring to that u have? And another question is are u pulling a permit when u do those ceiling fans in sacramento

  • @gustavomacall4949
    @gustavomacall4949 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I recently framed 4 large mirrors and 2 medicine cabinets , supplies didnt cost much and i got paid well for my first time handy man job .

    • @mixedberries4937
      @mixedberries4937 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What did you get paid?

    • @gustavomacall4949
      @gustavomacall4949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@mixedberries4937 450.00

    • @gustavomacall4949
      @gustavomacall4949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mixedberries4937 they were all bathroom mirrors.

    • @mixedberries4937
      @mixedberries4937 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gustavomacall4949 awesome thanks!!!

    • @luket6405
      @luket6405 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What does “framing” mean In this case? You put up mirrors and then put a frame around it?

  • @ByronReyesFCBarca
    @ByronReyesFCBarca 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I agree with replacing toilets, light switches, outlets, quick jobs

  • @andy-jac
    @andy-jac 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    My top 10 - your criteria - Many Real service calls every month. Rental homes
    .
    $42 to $74 in under 15 minutes, under $10 in parts.
    #1 Dripping outdoor faucet. Parts 2 cent washer, Labor 2 minutes, Invoice $42
    #2 Stuck Disposal................. Parts $0, Labor 3 minutes, Invoice $42
    #3 Flipped Breaker................ Parts $0, Labor 1 minute, Invoice $42
    #4 Flipped GFI ...................... Parts $0, Labor 2 minutes, Invoice $42
    #5 Recode Garage Door Remote - Parts $0, Labor 4 minutes, Invoice $48
    #6 Toilet/sink clog................Parts $0, Labor 5 minutes, Invoice $56
    #7 Locked Out, Pick/Bump Lock, Parts $0, Labor 7 minutes Invoice $56
    #8 Glass Patio Door off Track, Parts $0, 10 Labor minutes, Invoice $65
    #9 Leaking water valve.... ... Part $7, Labor 12 minutes, Invoice $74
    #10 Ties-- Installing PeepHole in Front doors, Garage Door Lock, Lock Changes,
    Testing Electric Stove Problems, Setting HW Heater Thermostats, Changing Air Filters.
    Installing Smoke Detectors, Wireless Doorbells.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very awesome list Rene! There is no shortage of things people need help with! Great job, keep it up!

    • @austinconant8476
      @austinconant8476 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vids595 I was surprised it was this low as well.

    • @austinconant8476
      @austinconant8476 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Where do you live? That's a low minimum charge.

    • @jee2822
      @jee2822 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rene Gade cheaappo

    • @jamescc2010
      @jamescc2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@austinconant8476
      should be at least $80 I would think

  • @andy-jac
    @andy-jac 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Galvanized Posts. I have a way to cone one end and then drive them in 24 inches deep with a steel post pile driver made for farm work. No digging or cement needed. However, the most Fence profit comes from charging $17 a linear foot for Time and Materials for all new posts and panels, plus $2 a linear foot for disposal of old fencing and posts. $19 a linear foot equals $1,900 for a 100' of fencing. Massive profit for a day's work. Gates are also very profitable.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely! For galvanized posts I usually dig a 1' deep hole and pound an 8' post down until it is flush with the top rail of the fence with a post pile driver and cement the hole, great way to do it!

    • @kirkshear6223
      @kirkshear6223 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What kind of dirt

    • @michaelmoler1343
      @michaelmoler1343 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Charles.Wright what’s your area? I charge 26’ for wood 6’ privacy fencing. Not sure what the others come out to as most of mine are basic 6’ dogear in my area.

    • @soulreed
      @soulreed ปีที่แล้ว

      I was about to say those are pre c0vid prices but then I noticed your comment is pre C too lol. Damn stuff was so much more affordable just a couple years ago

  • @petethehandyman9185
    @petethehandyman9185 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have done well doing drywall repair,especially working with electricians and plumbers doing re wires and re pipes

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes , that is a great skill to have!

    • @DeeOne88
      @DeeOne88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What is the minimum you charge for a small drywall repair job?

  • @METALMUNCHERS77
    @METALMUNCHERS77 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    On the rivets you can also drill them out with a cordless drill a little quieter and simple. 3/16 drill bit works perfect

    • @RotaryChannel
      @RotaryChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yep, much easier! Its what we do in Aviation industry. Drill center of button head just enough, put an equal size punch on it and knock off the head 👍👍

  • @gpraceman
    @gpraceman ปีที่แล้ว +4

    On toilet and faucet installs, I frequently also change out the supply valves and hoses. Most are the old style multi turn valves (or the awful newer plastic valves), which I change to the 1/4 turn ball valves. The solid tubing and non-braided supply hoses I change out to braided ones. So, that is an added material expense, but I quote my labor rate plus any needed materials. I have a Rothenberger "Olive Splitter" that makes removing the old supply valves ferrule a snap (literally).

  • @axgrinder6420
    @axgrinder6420 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    im not sure how long u been in the business. but after watching a few of ur videos. i see ur craftsmanship is really good. u look young but u are very professional about ur work and u have a great attitude . u will go far my freind. i liked, subscribed and smashed the bell !!

  • @johnhubbard6262
    @johnhubbard6262 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    That's a pretty good list but you can really raise your liability by installing consumer-sourced products. I will install the client purchase if it is on my list of approved fixtures, and if they accept all liability for warranty and any failures resulting from the fixture.
    That toilet wax that comes with the consumer-grade toilet they bought at a big box store, it's only good for double stacking on your extra thick wax with horn you install.
    I really enjoy your videos, keep em coming.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for your comment! I appreciate it!

  • @christianalba700
    @christianalba700 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have done 8 out of these 10. good motivation video for side jobs.

  • @stevenbrown5210
    @stevenbrown5210 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. I live in Sacramento too and have been considering doing handyman work

  • @billdodson5703
    @billdodson5703 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    In the toilet repair/replace topic, I think providing an upgrade option for a dual-flush retrofit would be a solid project, especially for an apartment building or school with many toilets. The kits cost around $35 I think.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahh yes! Great addition!!

    • @crand20033
      @crand20033 ปีที่แล้ว

      How about an automatically flushing toilet? Where do I get one of those. I want one.

  • @tyspeaks6104
    @tyspeaks6104 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I did a few of these jobs for a few days about a week ago. Tough work !! You have all my respect haha

  • @auggier5729
    @auggier5729 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey bro I love you videos I am watching everytime! You doing good job God bless you

  • @joelfeinberg3766
    @joelfeinberg3766 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Poop is not brown but green!!!! Back in the 70's I worked for a sewer repair company, I was paid $17-23 per hour plus two meals a day and a hotel room. I was single and did not have any rent. So working 40-60 hours a week most of my pay was pure profit, did not even have a car. I had a BMW motorcycle which fit in the back of the company truck along with my partners Harley. What a blast we worked the whole Northeast and were one of the few companies that could inspect, clean and seal sewer lines without digging them up, high tech back then, the cctv head was $1500, now with remote control about 600.00

  • @scottsutton7989
    @scottsutton7989 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nice video buddy, I’ve built homes, build-outs on many businesses, done a lot and clearly you know what your talking about. Pro

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for your comment Scott! I appreciate your comment!

  • @687805
    @687805 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Didn't watch the answers yet. But a guess would be locksmithing. Very few parts required besides basic locksmith tools, ability to rekeying, master, and fit new locks that are compatible with the other old locks. Happy customer every time... at least the way I do it.

  • @kirbywiseman7607
    @kirbywiseman7607 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    GReat tips, I started a dryer vent business years ago. ( I'm a fireman) and I did pretty good. No one thinks about that dryer vent

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Definitely!There is a huge need to clean those vents!

    • @kemosabe5648
      @kemosabe5648 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was working from home one day and smelled smoke. House on next block had started a fire from the dryer vent and the whole house filled with smoke pouring out the roof and eave vents. Fire dept was already on the way and since then, house has been for sale and Re-sold 3 times in 15 years after the fire. Just wonder if the smoke smell is the reason for so many turnovers. In fact, it is up again for sale right now and has been on market for OVER a year which is unusual for this neighborhood (and price does not seem out of line.)
      My dryer vent is not the roof type but outside the side of house and since then, I do it myself every 2 years. Yes, there is a lot of lint buildup.

    • @bossdog1480
      @bossdog1480 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kemosabe5648 Ok. I used to do a lot of repaints in fire/smoke damaged buildings. We would give it a thorough wash down first. Then we would paint everything with a spirits based stainblocker. That stuff works a charm for holding back any crap that's left. Then we would paint as normal. It all depends on how bad the fire was but if it was mainly smoke damage then it worked out ok and no smell left.
      If the Firies had pumped tons of water in then that is another story altogether and that really needs replacing as it STINKS..

  • @howtodoitdude1662
    @howtodoitdude1662 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Troubleshooting is my favorite. Electrical, appliances and electronics. Specialty skills needed.

  • @GlitterPoolParty
    @GlitterPoolParty 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This was a very helpful video. I'm a homeowner that struggles with understanding what things I should be asking of a handyman.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey thanks for tuning in! I am glad this video was helpful!

  • @DaveTheHVACguy
    @DaveTheHVACguy ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with him...on most profitable jobs. In my career, the least profitable job is installing laminate or ceramic flooring and all the molding. Most of the time you spend a lot more time to make the job look great than you expect, so charge by the square ft.

  • @joeyalfaro2323
    @joeyalfaro2323 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've ran dryer vent piping in newer homes big no no was screws in pipe as lint will catch and inspection wouldn't go well. Secret is metal tape. Pipe has like oil that tape refuses to stick to and you need strap it every so often

  • @KennTollens
    @KennTollens ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is a good idea. Get good at one thing, and keep adding things to your list of services. Probably the hard part would be the price it the right amount. Electrical might require certificates or something, not sure about plumbing.

  • @blakecheatham2868
    @blakecheatham2868 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this video! I just ordered your marketing book and will be ordering the rest shortly. This video helps focus on some jobs that will bring up my profits. From a video stand point for you... do an exposure lock and focus lock on videos in this type of environment and the overall quality will be much better. If there is ever anything I can do to help you with your video production please let me know.

  • @Kickflipbilly
    @Kickflipbilly 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thanks!

  • @robertkerby2581
    @robertkerby2581 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video
    Thank you for this great video which was very informative!
    Well done!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome! I am glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @johnspencer1145
    @johnspencer1145 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video thank you hope the baby is doing well 👍🏻
    Brian

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Brian, She is doing well, Thanks !!

  • @diversity2739
    @diversity2739 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks good stuff!

  • @danbob1650
    @danbob1650 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Use a bigger drill bit for rivets heads no grinder u have your drill up there already

  • @tomanderson3007
    @tomanderson3007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm curious - what do some of you charge to replace a toilet and install/replace a ceiling fan?

  • @altamuu
    @altamuu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you obviously have not replaced an outlet in an old house, ie... they have push pin connections that have multiple wires that are not labelled! So you have to buy extra multi-wire connections!; to accomplish the job!

  • @wyattsdad8561
    @wyattsdad8561 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In our area sac/folsom, like what do you charge for replacing an angle stop? I've had them become little nightmares on two occasions.

  • @itsmylife8358
    @itsmylife8358 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    #5 do not put screws in dryer vents. It just catches the lint.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes definitely! Screws are a no no in dryer vents!

  • @FiveStarArmchairGeneral
    @FiveStarArmchairGeneral 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks !

  • @AustinLester
    @AustinLester 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good stuff Lee

  • @ryanpinkham6784
    @ryanpinkham6784 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant video brother.. You have me thinking about doing handyman work. I have done several of these tasks, for other people.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the comment man! I appreciate it! The handyman business is an exciting business to be in!!

    • @ryanpinkham6784
      @ryanpinkham6784 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honest Lee Handyman you’re most welcome.

  • @jheiny1231
    @jheiny1231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think what your trying to say in this video is the easiest jobs as a handyman. Just because u add a whole bunch of material and more time to a job doesn't mean it's not profitable. You take in account for material costs. And the time to do the work. You should be getting paid the same hourly if it takes u in an hour or it takes u 8 hours. It shouldn't matter. Doing it your way only makes it real hard to stay consistently busy through out the week. I prefer longer jobs. A- u get paid more for the more time ur there. B- you have less homes to visit per the week. Doing it your way u would need multiple numbers of houses per week to make your weekly paycheck expectation. If someone can do that week in and week out. Year after year. Good for u. But a high percentage of us can't manage 20+ homes a week to find

  • @samueltokko
    @samueltokko 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!!!

  • @paulhanson6008
    @paulhanson6008 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some good suggestions:)

  • @verlicht
    @verlicht 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You forgot number one: Make a youtube channel about your Handyman work.

  • @j.r7872
    @j.r7872 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    EXCELLENT!

  • @choppedchamp8757
    @choppedchamp8757 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Alan, You must not do a lot of work in old homes. Electrical in old homes with old BX cable is a nightmare especially since it's almost guaranteed that the walls/ceilings are going to be plaster and the j-boxes are usually packed full of crumbly wires that are all black or have about 1/2" of slack. Plumbing is also much tougher in old homes (nothing like pulling a toilet and seeing half the flange rusted out or the angle stop that won't shut off) as are homes with fancy plumbing fixtures as those parts are not going to be in stock (a lot of proprietary parts) and usually have to be ordered. I like your advice if you're talking about houses built post 80's as the work is much easier because it's more standardized. I almost exclusively work on old homes and let me tell you bro, ain't no easy profit on any of those things. BTW I'm surprised you left off hardware swaps (locks, door hinges, closers, cabinet hinges & pulls, towel bars etc.). Fairly simple work that doesn't require much in tools or materials.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very true! I do not work on a whole lot of older homes although I do occasionally and I agree they area pain. Yes you are right, That would have been a good one to add! #11! Thanks for your comment!

    • @dappa10
      @dappa10 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You nailed it. I work in the Boston area . It’s like codes we don’t need no stinking codes.

  • @wyattsdad8561
    @wyattsdad8561 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid man

  • @warnieday
    @warnieday ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Lee, I'll be checking out the handyman mastermind group. Also one book is due to arrive tmw. They other two I'll be getting soon

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! I appreciate the support!

    • @warnieday
      @warnieday ปีที่แล้ว

      @@handymanjourney your welcome sir

  • @hughchui5337
    @hughchui5337 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much for share this useful video

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! I am glad this was helpful for you!

  • @METALMUNCHERS77
    @METALMUNCHERS77 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOULDNT the concrete from previous post conflict with the depth of galvanized post

  • @climaxhubbard
    @climaxhubbard 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    starts at 2:00

  • @jesterraj
    @jesterraj 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    thx for the vid......

  • @lorenforkgen8339
    @lorenforkgen8339 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video as always. I’m really getting a lot of great info from your channel. Also I’ve seen you talk about dryer vent cleaning and going on the roof a couple times, here in Washington state the majority of homes actually just vent dryers under the house and then through an exterior wall. Not sure if it’s because it’s much easier to clean when you don’t have to get on a roof, also they are a plastic cage around the duct exit held on with screws. Sounds a lot more complex in your area though lol. In almost two years now I’ve only cleaned two vents that I can think of and neither was the main reason of the call.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for your comment brother! Around my area most homes are built on slab so that is why they've been out either through the roof or outside of the house. There are a few homes that are built on a race foundation and those are definitely vented out through the crawl space through the side of the home

  • @normrodriguez9306
    @normrodriguez9306 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Water heater replacement, ... about a 4 hour job, i can charge $800 or more in my area

  • @robertmessinger5112
    @robertmessinger5112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks

  • @jonahblacksmith1
    @jonahblacksmith1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is it a good idea to offer preventive maintenance?

  • @artgavel6983
    @artgavel6983 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    is not adding additional wiring to install a fan and switch where none exist something that must be done by an electrical contractor?

  • @crand20033
    @crand20033 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have seen two different handymen get into a lot of trouble when replacing faucets. Both of those times it was so difficult they almost had to quit. Sometimes it is easy but not always. I paid a handyman $45 dollars to replace my bathroom faucet (because that was what he agreed to beforehand) but it was a well over $100 dollar job when all was said and done and he almost could not get at the nut to tighten it up. He spent over an hour trying to do it. (turns out he was doing it wrong). Glad it wasn't me trying to do it. My roommate was a handyman and he tried to do a kitchen faucet (he spent hours on it) and he failed so badly the customer ultimately had to call a plumber.

    • @swiftgames5382
      @swiftgames5382 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That’s right it’s a skilled job . I’ve been doing it for 33 years and it can still be a pain if the taps and pipes have corroded etc . I charge around £150-£180 ish inc a tap(sorry I’m English 😂)
      Telling people these jobs are easy 🙈.
      It can usually take me 20 -30 mins and sometimes very worse case 2 hours .

    • @crand20033
      @crand20033 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@swiftgames5382 Sometimes it's so difficult you need to cut it off. In my case, he was trying to get the nut tight but there was a spacer that wasn't needed and should be discarded before you try to tighten it up. He discovered that after a while trying. Plus he didn't even have the right tool to do it with. A week after he left the house it came loose and I had to go in with a socket wrench with an extender and tighten it up. He didn't have that.

    • @michaelterrell4585
      @michaelterrell4585 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's one thing I even get burnt on time to time, thinking what I'm doing is correct "oh I've done this dozens of times." (Plus being male).just quickly reading instructions goes along way and that spacer might of haven't been an issue. I bet he couldn't even really see it as a problem in the beginning. Once discovered "stupid!!" Lol

    • @dashutian7940
      @dashutian7940 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For $45, it's not surprise.

    • @Bapuji42
      @Bapuji42 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@swiftgames5382That's about right. I charge $185 American dollars. More if I have to cut out the old parts with a cutting disc because they're so corroded.

  • @alext2963
    @alext2963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've never heard of a dryer vent being on the roof. Did I misunderstand?

  • @grimmington2569
    @grimmington2569 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are these things also the most common? Half this stuff is stuff I do when I move into a new apartment. I hate loose electrical outlets 😂

  • @KennTollens
    @KennTollens ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm curious, if you did it on supply cost plus tip. What would you earn compared to if you charged a certain amount.

  • @jeffstone2585
    @jeffstone2585 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Basically,, you want to concentrate on smaller jobs where you’re in and out in a few hours or less and charge $100 - $200, depending. Jobs that require some skills that the average homeowner doesn’t possess or maybe just doesn’t want to do.

  • @steelernation6125
    @steelernation6125 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video

  • @hiramcastillo3294
    @hiramcastillo3294 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    In Panama tv mounting and roof gutter installation very fast jobs

    • @taxman4072
      @taxman4072 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We've seen your TV mounts 😂

  • @daisy3690
    @daisy3690 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ty

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome, thank you for your comment

  • @fidelvelez7326
    @fidelvelez7326 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What equipment do you use to video your episodes

  • @mr.kenslifeshop4034
    @mr.kenslifeshop4034 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's your price to put in a toilet if client has it? What are you getting for the vent cleaning? Do you clean every single event in the house? I have never done this but when I work for people they just get a company that that's all they do they come in with special vacuums.

  • @the_real_greywolf
    @the_real_greywolf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm enjoying your vids. Did you notice your camera keeps getting darker then brighter over and over?

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your comment! Ya, my camera is not the best with light adjustments

  • @llll4350
    @llll4350 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you need a license to replace a light fixture in CA?

  • @joeshmoe8912
    @joeshmoe8912 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A regular Joe Shmoe? Lol. Thanks for sharing.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha! Is your name really Joe Shmoe? Thats awesome!!

  • @bobbyhopkins1740
    @bobbyhopkins1740 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm sure you've covered this before and I know rules are different in different places, but what licenses do you have? In TN we have a home improvement license available. Do you have specific (electric, plumbing) licenses? Starting my own business very soon. Leaving a cushy State job that's killing me to be a full-time handyman. Thanks, brother.

    • @taxman4072
      @taxman4072 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hopefully you stayed in the cushy job? I noticed you didnt receive a reply

  • @TonyV0125
    @TonyV0125 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Least profitable handyman job for me - painting

    • @waterheaterservices
      @waterheaterservices 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Anthony Viaggio I used to be a painter. Became a plumber. Now I earn in a day what I used to earn in a week.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Anthony Viaggio definitely, for me painting does not profit too much, also it is not my strong suit

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jim Rr wow! That's awesome! More money to be made!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jim Rr hey Jim, I would love to hear more of your story of what you used to do and what you do now. Feel free to email me at handymanjourney@gmail.com

    • @glazierEd
      @glazierEd 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Painting is hardly a skilled trade, therefor it's inundated with undocumented workers. I use to make $350.00 a day, now I can't make half that.

  • @ognyanuzunov4760
    @ognyanuzunov4760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi all! I was wondering what jobs can I do without a contractors license - is there a video that explains that? Send me comments please. Thanks !

  • @livemusic8248
    @livemusic8248 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    make sure you are licensed for plumbing. elect,and HVAC or pay fines at least in my state I avoid trade work.

    • @thewrightsgarage
      @thewrightsgarage 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree nearly all those jobs require a license

    • @dallas5374
      @dallas5374 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is the problem with Handyman services. They will attempt anything and everything.

    • @josephparkkila9216
      @josephparkkila9216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Being a guy who does handy man work in between jobs ... why would I pay a contractor 60+ an hour when for 25 an hour I'll paint , patch dry wall , hang pictures and shelves , set doors and trim ... if you gona do this for side work dont fuck with anything serious just stick to the cosmetics ..

  • @braddistler5697
    @braddistler5697 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Give us some general pricing for once. Just general range you charge. I know calif. but doesn’t matter because it all helps integrity in the Industry. Too many people here in Az work for nothing so be nice to have base prices.

  • @mikecurtis1111
    @mikecurtis1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    5:51 I wouldn't imagine too many handyman services are provided by licensed electricians, or people licensed in anything. At least not ones I know.

    • @jheiny1231
      @jheiny1231 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's where your business insurance comes in. It covers ur ass if something u did causes a safety issue. You have business certifications for being a handyman.

  • @Bapuji42
    @Bapuji42 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Installing direct wire LED tubes where there were fluorescent tubes. Customers will pay me $200 per panel and I can get a panel done in an hour.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Fantastic!💪💪💪

    • @Bapuji42
      @Bapuji42 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@handymanjourney The hard part (for me) is finding enough clients who want that. There's gotta be a better way than dangling my hook in the water.

  • @gazgasm5281
    @gazgasm5281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In Australia you have to be a licensed electrician for electrical, and a licensed plumber for plumbing.
    Any painting in a house , a handyman can’t do jobs over $500 . You must be a licensed painter with the master painters association for jobs over $500

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow that's interesting! Thank you for your comment

    • @gytisdobrovolskis7355
      @gytisdobrovolskis7355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fuck government

    • @scottsmith5908
      @scottsmith5908 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      and you are falling for that bullshit? Politicians make bogus laws to get more money all the time. I have a right to work and contract my labor as I see fit. Uncle Sam can fuck off. Grow a backbone and some balls GAZ.

  • @robertl.7657
    @robertl.7657 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You forgot garbage disposal, removal ,change, !!! And AC replace capacitor! !!very profitable

    • @edbradley6815
      @edbradley6815 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ac capacitor? details please?

    • @robertl.7657
      @robertl.7657 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Easy job, lots of scenarios, but give you an idea!, unit not cooling, you go to outside unit, fan its not running, try to spinner with screw driver, not spinning, heard the noise of fan motor. But not spinning, replace cap!, scenario 2 , unit not cooling, fan running, not noise of compressor, gauges on , not out of gas , compressor normal temp , bad cap!

  • @chriszaras5954
    @chriszaras5954 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Disclosing an average price to us would be helpful as well

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have a video on pricing theses jobs, Check it out here: th-cam.com/video/GcfKOLppXMM/w-d-xo.html

  • @JakerFitness
    @JakerFitness ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know this is an older video but…. I’m also from California, how do you get around the $500 cap? Are you a GC?

  • @henleylouie3761
    @henleylouie3761 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Top 10 profitable, I think changing door locks should be one

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      True true! That is a great one for the list!

    • @AdamSmith-ej3cw
      @AdamSmith-ej3cw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What would you charge for labor on that $30 - $40 each?

  • @mazharkhatri779
    @mazharkhatri779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How can I learn remodeling of bathroom
    Should I join any company or work with some contractor?

  • @SkilledEddie
    @SkilledEddie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adding a ceiling fan without existing wiring $500 minimum plus cost of fan.

  • @bretparker6757
    @bretparker6757 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey Alan, I was just wondering why you don't make money off parts. In my line of work if we have an account somewhere we get parts for a discounted price and then sell them for retail.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hey Thanks! I appreciate your comment, Tune in tomorrow morning at 6am PST for a new WLOG! I now charge a markup on parts

    • @bretparker6757
      @bretparker6757 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thinking about starting up a hman business in Washington state. Let me know if you have any input. Thank you

  • @tallbrian100
    @tallbrian100 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need to mark up materials more.

  • @crand20033
    @crand20033 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't like handyman work because I always have to go back to home depot to get something before I do a job and you might find you take the part back to home depot.

  • @tlangdon12
    @tlangdon12 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Alan, good video. As per the comment below; I suspect there is a different list in older homes; but generally I agree with your list.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would agree! Thank you for your comment! Where are you located?

    • @tlangdon12
      @tlangdon12 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm in the UK. I'm considering starting a Handyman business having recently retired from IT Project Management. What I know about US homes comes from travelling to the US on business before TH-cam was invented and watching "This Old House" while staying in hotels!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats awesome! This is a great business to be in!

  • @niknak7531
    @niknak7531 ปีที่แล้ว

    Aloha from Hawaii! You have such great and informative content. How do you collect payments or deal with lack there of payments. We do jobs and clients take weeks or never pay. Any suggestions?

    • @paultheprofit
      @paultheprofit ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Nik Nak COD or set up an app on you phone to take credit cards, you may not get 100 percent but you have got their cc details and it will take a couple of days to hit your account

  • @bighammer587
    @bighammer587 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Sorry, I disagree with you at 0:35 The profit from your labor can be significantly increased by adding the materials profit. A 10-15% markup is easily justified and adds to your bottom line. Nice job on the video!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mark Pool thanks for your comment mark! I would agree, a good markup can definitely improve your bottom line! These are just the jobs that work best for me! I appreciate your comment!

    • @Bapuji42
      @Bapuji42 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you charge markup, you have to deal with paying sales tax, no?

  • @quintongreen9970
    @quintongreen9970 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Too bad in Canada are not allowed to touch electrical or plumbing unless your license

  • @alanpepin5809
    @alanpepin5809 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    How do you do the plumbing and electrical in other people's home without being a licensed plumber or electrician.?

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Great question! Here in California a handyman can work in any trade aslong as it is $500 or less per job

    • @alanpepin5809
      @alanpepin5809 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you

    • @SethRLewis
      @SethRLewis 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@handymanjourney including parts and labor, yes.

    • @teselectric7662
      @teselectric7662 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@handymanjourney bull shit. must be licensed

    • @jamescc2010
      @jamescc2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@handymanjourney Do you carry liability insurance to work in electrical, or plumbing due to fire and leak risk? That is always concern if not insured.

  • @michaelsockwell7602
    @michaelsockwell7602 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would have liked this video a lot better if you offered some price ranges. I like the list but people coming to you to improve their small business need help with $

  • @hawk4160
    @hawk4160 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You talk about people wanting someone that is certified to do electric work. Do you have a license?

  • @nicholascaughie7765
    @nicholascaughie7765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So I have a question thanks for all your videos, if there isn’t a handyman license in California then what’s best to get a general B license? I really confused I have the knowledge and requirements but i rally don’t need all the General B to run a handyman business any help would be great since you are in California?
    Thanks

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The best would be to contact the cslb and see what they think you would qualify for

  • @oneway1811
    @oneway1811 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What up brotha I’m from Modesto we kind of close I do sometimes go work in SAC

  • @javiertherenaissancehandym8239
    @javiertherenaissancehandym8239 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm in CA. What are your rates for your top 10 handyman jobs?

  • @StephenCable
    @StephenCable 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    How about sharing an average price you charge for these services :-)

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I will make a video about that!

    • @StephenCable
      @StephenCable 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honest Lee Handyman I understand prices vary in different areas but just looking for a reference figure. Thanks

    • @Vintagebleu
      @Vintagebleu 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Average of those looks to be about 350

    • @smokingcheeba420
      @smokingcheeba420 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No prices done watching. Thanks

    • @wuddude1599
      @wuddude1599 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@StephenCable
      Call a handy man and ask what he charges. Look online.

  • @abedyt
    @abedyt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    do you need a license (MN) to do the electrical work you mentioned? Great video 👌 👏 thanks ✌️

    • @teselectric7662
      @teselectric7662 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes. absolutely--- im a license electrician myself. when you go through hell to get an electrical license. take an exam and and pass it and pay fees every year
      -- you learn to hate handy man because they take our bread and butter and most of the times do not know the safety part of it.
      in my opinion handy man shoul not touch, electrical, plumbing, hvac

    • @scottsmith5908
      @scottsmith5908 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@teselectric7662 its not our fault you bent over like a bitch to everything the government tells you. There is no reason I can not install something that a homeowner can purchase and install for themselves at lowes or home depot. You litterally fell for their con and are now pissed at us. What is funny is I spend my time as a handyman fixing fuck ups from LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS who pay for their licenses and then hire UNSKILLED and often ILLEGAL cheap labor so they can charge max prices to the customer but give shit service. KEEP QUIET CLOWN. You don't want the smoke.

    • @br5339
      @br5339 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don’t disagree with the safety aspect, but to say they’re taking your work doesn’t make any half dozen states I’ve lived in the past several years. Every electrician I know won’t waist their time on small jobs…too busy with the big ones.

  • @br5339
    @br5339 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do you have to have a plumbers license for a toilet replacement or an electricians license for a ceiling fan install?

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, in California you can operate in any trade as long as you stay within the legal bounds of the law