Appreciate Video clip! Sorry for butting in, I am interested in your thoughts. Have you thought about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (should be on google have a look)? It is a great one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my work buddy at very last got great results with it.
Cheers for the Video! Apologies for butting in, I would love your thoughts. Have you tried - Peyaniel Breathtaking Primacy (just google it)? It is a great exclusive product for starting your own successful handyman business without the headache. Ive heard some great things about it and my work colleague after many years got great results with it.
I really appreciate you sharing your general pricing structure. I can do just about anything but don't have a clue as to the pricing because it was always included in the price of the house so not building and just doing small jobs is a challenge for pricing. I don't want to overcharge but I surely don't want to work for free either... Great Job!
Charles Youngblood hey thanks for the awesome comment Charles! Have you figured what your hourly need is as a handyman? This will help you accurately price and be able to stand behind your price as a handyman. I have a course on pricing 101 on www.handymanjourney.com that will help you find your hourly rate as well as so much more. Check it out if you would like to learn more.
I just ran across your page... info on this vid was spot-on. I'm in the DFW area, and I agree with you that what you charge should be based on what your demographics will tolerate. My mid-range is $150 and a minimum of $75. Good information!
I’m a handyman in Arizona and I have several contractor friends. Your fees are considerably more expensive than even the best and most regarded of the contractors. I’m in a fairly affluent region as well. Impressive. Hat off to you!
All if these prices are professional prices ex. Electrician will charge 150- 250 per outlet, plumbers will charge between 250- 350 a toilet. Keep in mind these are prices for a professional like him and me.... not crack head prices
I mean. I have 15 years experience in electrical. Went threw 5 years apprenticeship schooling. Highly skilled in piping. Here in Chicago to be union you have to be Highly trained and pass the apprenticeship. And pipe is ran for everything. For my experience and the safety it comes with i am top dollar.
Pretty amazing. I can't get anyone to show up to do a job here (not just this year, since before covid) for less than $500 for the smallest task. Wish I could find someone like this where I live!
Great video Allen, having the confidence in pricing is always beneficial for yourself, as well as making the job easier to sell to your customers. Keep up the great work. 👍🏼
Don't forget the NEC rules require any work done on a branch circuit requiring AFCI protection, that circuit needs to be upgraded to AFCI through a breaker or outlet.
I charge 1- 300.00 2- 300.00 3- 200.00 4- 250.00 5- 250.00 6- 200.00 7- 200.00 8- 300.00 9- 150.00 10- 200.00 if I did all at one 1500.00 prices of things has increased 4 to 6 times in the years I been a carpenter the only thing hasn't changed it the cost of labor. people have no problem paying the prices. plus now a days you have two income family's. I just underbid a job 1/3 less than the minimum anyone would charge so if initially start with what you think is a high bid you can take a hit maybe it takes to long you have to allow yourself a little room. bid them like you don't want the job why are you in business might as well keep your 9 to 5.
Do you take cash payments only or do you take credit cards? If you do can you make a video about how to charge what app or device you need to use. Thanks.
At 2:25 - Keep in mind that you can't just install a ceiling fan onto an existing ceiling fixture box (non-fan rated), even if there was a ceiling fan there prior. You would need to charge extra to replace the box with a fan-rated one, as well as to upgrade the cable to a 14-3 that the fan requires.
@@sterlinghearth6672 It will have screw threads that accept #10-24 or 10-32 machine screws. They will also have a number of threads in them, rather than just a couple that a regular box has with the #8-32 that they use. The box will also be stamped "ceiling fan rated" or something to that effect.
I essence, the top paying handyman jobs seem to pay on average $150 per job. Assuming your un line with the market. Plus you are in Sacramento, CA. I would say, in your area that sounds fair. In Texas, it would seem 30%-50% cheaper and what I would expect to pay.
Lovely Video clip! Excuse me for butting in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (Sure I saw it on Google)? It is a good one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some incredible things about it and my mate after many years got amazing success with it.
Thanks for the list of most common jobs. I would be bored out of my mind if I had to those every day as a handyman. I thought handyman had more chellanging jobs, but maybe not in California as CSLB would not allow that.
Pete The Handyman I do love electrical! I would love to be an electrician but I think when I go for my contractors license I think I will get my general contractors license to start and maybe my electricians next.
Not trying to be "that guy" but...Handyman & general contractor business doing any electrical work other than fixtures and devises could end up getting your license revoked. Yes, wiring for a ceiling fan or electric for a disposal isn't rocket science but it's illegal for the simplest reason; lack of trade knowledge. (wrong/no boxes, no connectors, too many wires in a box, incorrect bonding, ect..) Basic stuff but still important for safety reasons.
Great info. Been doing full renoes for years and thinking to dial back to a few days a week, so handyman work fits perfect. This is great info re: pricing small jobs and I will continue searching your stuff, but what about unforeseen stuff? Ex. toilet change-out: you find sub-floor rotted, flange loose, and so can't refit toilet without some framing, etc. Or shut-off valve leaks after you turn it back on. Is this kind of thing in your contract?
Btw do you get a lot of work for drywall repair? What’s your ball park price for that I’ve been wanting to start a handyman business I work full time and have 16 days off a month and want to make some extra moneys. Your top 10 list would be great to supplement income since I have 95% if the tools. Only thing missing is an electric planer and reciprocating saw
Excellent Video! Forgive me for the intrusion, I am interested in your opinion. Have you ever tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (google it)? It is a great one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my friend Sam at last got great success with it.
good video I guess in your state you can do that work . But in many states you would be arrested for not being property licensed as a plumber or electrician.
Hey Lee...I have subscribed and follow you. Try to catch everything you do. I have even bookmarked your website. I’m beginning my own journey here in the area. Little bit city surrounded mostly by rural areas in Virginia. I’m totally interested in anything you may have as far as input and advice for pricing or estimates. I’ve been doing construction work for over 35 years and am tired of having to work so hard for so little money and credit. Marketing is the biggest problem with a new start up because of limited funds to spend as well as being able to continue living at the same time. Can you detail the formula used to figure overhead, marketing costs etc...before the hourly rate can even begin to figure out?
Thanks Anwar! Yes, that is correct, the valve under the sink to turn the water on and off to your faucet is the angle stop valve. Sometimes they leak when they are old.
These are normally just called shutoff valves. They make angle and straight valves. If the pipes for a sink come from the floor there is no need for an angle shutoff in most situations. If the pipes come out of the wall, then most likely you would see an angle shutoff. Have you ever used the sharkbite valves? They seem to work really well. Thanks for all of your videos, they are very helpful. Keep up the good work!
By flush valve do you mean the actual through tank fitting flush valve? or just the flapper? Decent price for fill/flapper, but the flush valve with a new tank to bowl bolts and donut should be 1hr charge on its own. Flat rate for that part alone for me would be $149
I really like this video. I charge $60 per hr with 2hr min. But your bid system makes sense. How do you charge for your time to get parts? Or do you just throw that in. I charge $60 per hour from shop to shop plus parts. If I have to go get parts I charge same hr rate.
DONT LEAVE ME HANGING ON THAT LINK FROM 1:15 !!! Love your stuff by the way! your advice is helping me work my way into some financial stability, I appreciate what you're doing
Thinking about starting a handyman business. I have been doing maintenance for thirty years. Worked for private and city employment.Would I need a business license and should I have insurance for business
How do you charge for multiple items? Like what if they want two or three light fixtures replaced? Or what if they also want two outlets replaced? Do you charge the same prices for each one that you listed in your video, or do you have a significantly discounted rate for all the rest after the first?
what I do is just like you said, give a nice discount if there are two or three items on the list, for instance I do lots of furniture assemblies and typically I charge between $120 to $160 for some ot the bigger assemblies as each piece can take from 3 to 4 to even 5 hours sometimes depending on the complexity of the assembly ( or lack of my expeience at the time ) so if there are two assemblies I will maybe charge $140 instead of $160 for each piece, it really is a judgement call hey all the life is a judgement call , if you want to see that customer again you have to show them you are willing to bargain with them at least on some level because just like you they have to pay the bills! was just trying to help Brother, good luck!!! I believe in the mantra 20 percent of your customers pay 80 percent of your bills best make sure they know and feel you care for them and show your appreciation so you keep that golden 20 percent!!
Just stumbled on this video as I contemplate starting a handyman service. I’m in CA too and I heard that materials should be included in the $500 cap even if purchased by the homeowner. Can you shed some light please? If true, this would eliminate a lot of potential jobs.
Hey Thanks! I appreciate your comment, Tune in tomorrow morning at 6am PST for a new WLOG! It all depends on your needs as a business. I would recommend going through your overhead and figuring out how much you need to make
What's your overhead? What do you need to pay yourself (before taxes) to live comfortably? What kind of profit do you want to see for your business? Profit allows you to grow and invest in new tools. NOT replacing tools, but new types of tools to allow you to expand your services. What will the market allow? I personally (in upstate NY) charge $1.00 per linear foot for one story, $2.00 per l.f. two story, $3 per three story, etc. Onsite conditions can raise that price. Minimum $149.00 to come out within my 15 mile/30 min. service area. e.g. If it's three story and I have to do everything off the ladder, I need another person. Hoped this helped. - Ed.
Honest Lee Handyman yeah, pricing is a huge question. I am making an actual list of common jobs, and the rates that I will charge for them. I do know, that I have seen the pricing questions come up a lot. Even on other channels.
Thanks for the tips I’m in the process of starting my own handyman business but I don’t know how to start getting customers I just recently moved to this area. Do you have any tips for me
jose gomez #1 start off by having a very nice website. #2 when you know you did a really good job and the customer seems to be real happy, ask for a review. Having those 5-star reviews go a long way! Best of luck!
At 6:35 - 15 to 30 minutes to change an electrical device?? I'm a licensed electrician, and I can change those in 5 minutes or less. I charge $10 each, including the new part (minimum charge of $80 for a service call). In other words, if they call me to have one replaced, they might as well get their money's worth and find 7 more around the house for me to change.
You’re about 50 dollars more affordable than me but the outlets you’re rite in the money I hate to see you loosing money tho raise the price a bit cost of living is so high in Sacramento
I am sorry, but your AV guy is no one else but cable puller and potentially shelves hanger. If he's any good with the shelves I'd let him even clean the gutter. The connectivity is really a child's play these days you either get the part that's compatible or not. Throw in some reducers and that's it.
@@taxman4072 lol yes you really are proud of yourself aren't you? Ok example: 263 cameras on 27 shelves with scales. Cameras and scales are patched to each other and to MDF unit that communicates with many other servers. Miles of CAT6. Hows that different from your wifi comunicating with your stereo, lights, tv and your online account? Reducer, adapter..part that connects to otherwise incompatible conectors...you should know it😉 My point is that judging and putting people in boxes is very immature and not at all professional if that's what you were aiming for with your comment in a first place. Yes, I am a handyman. Good luck with your projects!
@@lipeeno aaah, you are a handy man. Now it makes sense. Just because you've heard terms and phrases doesnt mean you know what they mean. You sound ridiculous trying to sound like you know what you're talking about. Example: a reducer is not found in an electronics part list. We aren't plumbers. Cameras and scales? What the hell are you talking about? Ironically alot of our projects are fixing handyman specials. That's cool you're handy with various things, but you're also the only quasi trade that think they know it all. There is a reason people dedicate their life to a specific trade. But keep fooling yourself because you know a tiny bit about everything.
$75.00 for an outlet? questionable takes 5 minutes. What was it $100 for a fixture? Questionable takes 10 minutes. If you can get it all the power to you. I charge $25 a device that's an outlet of a switch GFIs are more and $40.00 a fixture. You're prices are out of this world. I am in Hampton roads VA, but I did electric in jersey and you are still high.
If I have 4 calls in a city of 100,000 each needing 1 outlet replaced at $25 per I’m not gonna make any $$ . $ 75 per outlet makes more sense!! And more $.
Pricing varies from region to region. Your rates are probably really high in comparison to some and low to others. Please stop saying "typically or typical" so much, you used those 2 words 27 times in this video alone or every 16.8 seconds on average, it's hard on the listener ;)
$150 to install a ceiling fan ? Seriously ? For 30 mins work ....and you're ok with that ? There should be a hourly rate law to stop this type of thing ! Too bad if its your only job for that day ...how can you feel honest after something like that ? $125-$175 to clean out dryer lines? Wow !
Thereal McCoy you have no clue whatsoever about handyman(or any trades for that matter) business. Just like you said, that 150 dollar job can be his only job for a day, maybe the only one for a week, who knows. AND he is self-employed, that means he pays his own and his family health insurance, his truck insurance and repairs, gas, advertising, liability insurance, income taxes for self-employed etc etc. list is endless. You got no idea bud.
As far as cleaning Dryer lines... It depends if you're replacing tubing or if it is fixed. I would expect to pay $75 to $100 depending on what the job entails. If we are just talking about vacuuming out the dryer vent outlet and the line itself, I would expect to pay on the lower end.
I live in the San Antonio Austin Texas area and $150 is cheap for ceiling fans Looks like some is getting screwed Allen those prices are about the same here in this part of the country it all about the location of your area
1. Toilet repair/replace $120~$150/15min
2. Ceiling fan replacement $150/1hr-$400/3/4hours
3. Replacing a light fixture$100/15min
4. Replacing a Faucet $150/30min
5. Dryer vent cleaning $125-$175/30min-1hr
6. TV wall mount $125/30min-1hr
7. Clearing clogged drains/sinks $$75-$100/30min
8. Gutter cleaning $110-$150 1200sqft/30min
9. Replacing electrical outlets & light switches $75/15-30min+material$5
10. Fence post repair $140/30min material $30 galvanize post
The ? Above was for Luis...
Appreciate Video clip! Sorry for butting in, I am interested in your thoughts. Have you thought about - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (should be on google have a look)? It is a great one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the hard work. Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my work buddy at very last got great results with it.
Luis Fontiveros 777 I installed a ceiling fan and two light fixtures and I charged $35 an hour 3 hours $105 and I was happy...
@@richarddavis1595 that's all what is about it!
Cheers for the Video! Apologies for butting in, I would love your thoughts. Have you tried - Peyaniel Breathtaking Primacy (just google it)? It is a great exclusive product for starting your own successful handyman business without the headache. Ive heard some great things about it and my work colleague after many years got great results with it.
I really appreciate you sharing your general pricing structure. I can do just about anything but don't have a clue as to the pricing because it was always included in the price of the house so not building and just doing small jobs is a challenge for pricing. I don't want to overcharge but I surely don't want to work for free either... Great Job!
Charles Youngblood hey thanks for the awesome comment Charles! Have you figured what your hourly need is as a handyman? This will help you accurately price and be able to stand behind your price as a handyman. I have a course on pricing 101 on www.handymanjourney.com that will help you find your hourly rate as well as so much more. Check it out if you would like to learn more.
I just ran across your page... info on this vid was spot-on. I'm in the DFW area, and I agree with you that what you charge should be based on what your demographics will tolerate. My mid-range is $150 and a minimum of $75. Good information!
Thanks for your comment! I am glad this video was helpful!!
That's rough. Here in the Bay area my absolute minimum is $200, @ $100 an hour.
@@WhoGoneStopMe925 what I meant is that jobs priced at $150/hr (on average) are on the "high end" while at $75/hr... it's mostly the "new" handyman.
I’m a handyman in Arizona and I have several contractor friends. Your fees are considerably more expensive than even the best and most regarded of the contractors. I’m in a fairly affluent region as well. Impressive. Hat off to you!
All if these prices are professional prices ex. Electrician will charge 150- 250 per outlet, plumbers will charge between 250- 350 a toilet. Keep in mind these are prices for a professional like him and me.... not crack head prices
Commenting really late, but anything in California will generally be more expensive than Az.
I mean. I have 15 years experience in electrical. Went threw 5 years apprenticeship schooling. Highly skilled in piping. Here in Chicago to be union you have to be Highly trained and pass the apprenticeship. And pipe is ran for everything. For my experience and the safety it comes with i am top dollar.
Pretty amazing. I can't get anyone to show up to do a job here (not just this year, since before covid) for less than $500 for the smallest task. Wish I could find someone like this where I live!
Great video Allen, having the confidence in pricing is always beneficial for yourself, as well as making the job easier to sell to your customers. Keep up the great work. 👍🏼
Don't forget the NEC rules require any work done on a branch circuit requiring AFCI protection, that circuit needs to be upgraded to AFCI through a breaker or outlet.
I charge 1- 300.00 2- 300.00 3- 200.00 4- 250.00 5- 250.00 6- 200.00 7- 200.00 8- 300.00 9- 150.00 10- 200.00 if I did all at one 1500.00 prices of things has increased 4 to 6 times in the years I been a carpenter the only thing hasn't changed it the cost of labor. people have no problem paying the prices. plus now a days you have two income family's. I just underbid a job 1/3 less than the minimum anyone would charge so if initially start with what you think is a high bid you can take a hit maybe it takes to long you have to allow yourself a little room. bid them like you don't want the job why are you in business might as well keep your 9 to 5.
Do you take cash payments only or do you take credit cards? If you do can you make a video about how to charge what app or device you need to use. Thanks.
Your video was well thoughtout; logical; and expertly presented!
I am now a subscriber.
Well done!
Pricing 101 course is currently at a discounted rate: check it out and start pricing for profit at www.handymanjourney.com
At 2:25 - Keep in mind that you can't just install a ceiling fan onto an existing ceiling fixture box (non-fan rated), even if there was a ceiling fan there prior. You would need to charge extra to replace the box with a fan-rated one, as well as to upgrade the cable to a 14-3 that the fan requires.
Jeff how does one determine whether the old box is fan rated?
@@sterlinghearth6672 It will have screw threads that accept #10-24 or 10-32 machine screws. They will also have a number of threads in them, rather than just a couple that a regular box has with the #8-32 that they use. The box will also be stamped "ceiling fan rated" or something to that effect.
Or keep the 14-2 and install a remote
I essence, the top paying handyman jobs seem to pay on average $150 per job. Assuming your un line with the market. Plus you are in Sacramento, CA. I would say, in your area that sounds fair. In Texas, it would seem 30%-50% cheaper and what I would expect to pay.
Great video and advice !
AWAKENDUSK thanks Joe! I appreciate your comment!
Lovely Video clip! Excuse me for butting in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you considered - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (Sure I saw it on Google)? It is a good one off guide for how to start a handyman business minus the headache. Ive heard some incredible things about it and my mate after many years got amazing success with it.
Thanks for the list of most common jobs. I would be bored out of my mind if I had to those every day as a handyman. I thought handyman had more chellanging jobs, but maybe not in California as CSLB would not allow that.
Good video, wish I could charge those rates in Florida, sounds like you really enjoy electrical work,ever though of becoming an electrician?
Pete The Handyman I do love electrical! I would love to be an electrician but I think when I go for my contractors license I think I will get my general contractors license to start and maybe my electricians next.
You will need 4 years journeyman level framing experience in order for a B-license. Good luck.
Not trying to be "that guy" but...Handyman & general contractor business doing any electrical work other than fixtures and devises could end up getting your license revoked. Yes, wiring for a ceiling fan or electric for a disposal isn't rocket science but it's illegal for the simplest reason; lack of trade knowledge. (wrong/no boxes, no connectors, too many wires in a box, incorrect bonding, ect..) Basic stuff but still important for safety reasons.
DO you additionally charge a service call fee to pay for gas, travel time, insurance, etc.? I've heard that can often be $100 for just that.
what house vent a dryer through the roof? I've never seen that. Always on the side of the house
When your dryer is not near an exterior wall.
Super common in my area to see dryers vent through the roof
Most of the ones in South Florida. In Chicago they are typically in the exterior wall
@@hunglikechrist8652 wow, I never knew that. Interesting how different areas do it different ways.
Would you be willing to share what is in the trailer you tow everywhere. Tools supplies?
Great info. Been doing full renoes for years and thinking to dial back to a few days a week, so handyman work fits perfect. This is great info re: pricing small jobs and I will continue searching your stuff, but what about unforeseen stuff? Ex. toilet change-out: you find sub-floor rotted, flange loose, and so can't refit toilet without some framing, etc. Or shut-off valve leaks after you turn it back on. Is this kind of thing in your contract?
You can install new wiring and a junction box for a ceiling fan in CA without EC license?
Great video thank you greetings from Modesto !
Hey Thanks for your comment! So awesome! we are not too far from one another!
Btw do you get a lot of work for drywall repair? What’s your ball park price for that I’ve been wanting to start a handyman business I work full time and have 16 days off a month and want to make some extra moneys. Your top 10 list would be great to supplement income since I have 95% if the tools. Only thing missing is an electric planer and reciprocating saw
Do you charge garbage removal, such as the old toilet ? Thanks, Allen
I do, if i remove from property . I will still include disposal as part od demo price.
I’m in the wrong business... these prices are insane I never knew I could make money like this
Excellent Video! Forgive me for the intrusion, I am interested in your opinion. Have you ever tried - Rozardner Successful Handyman Reality (google it)? It is a great one of a kind guide for how to start a handyman business without the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my friend Sam at last got great success with it.
I did my first “for profit handyman job” Saturday for $100 I was happy 😃
good video I guess in your state you can do that work . But in many states you would be arrested for not being property licensed as a plumber or electrician.
Yep, here in California you can work in any trade as long as it is less that $500 per project
Hey Lee...I have subscribed and follow you. Try to catch everything you do. I have even bookmarked your website. I’m beginning my own journey here in the area. Little bit city surrounded mostly by rural areas in Virginia. I’m totally interested in anything you may have as far as input and advice for pricing or estimates. I’ve been doing construction work for over 35 years and am tired of having to work so hard for so little money and credit. Marketing is the biggest problem with a new start up because of limited funds to spend as well as being able to continue living at the same time. Can you detail the formula used to figure overhead, marketing costs etc...before the hourly rate can even begin to figure out?
Thanks bud! I need to start making some money :)
Very good man, your help is well appreciated. What is an Angle Stop you mentioned under a sink?
Anwar Shah if you look under your sink you’ll see the house hooked up from your sink to some valves. That my friend is an angle stop
Thanks Anwar! Yes, that is correct, the valve under the sink to turn the water on and off to your faucet is the angle stop valve. Sometimes they leak when they are old.
These are normally just called shutoff valves. They make angle and straight valves. If the pipes for a sink come from the floor there is no need for an angle shutoff in most situations. If the pipes come out of the wall, then most likely you would see an angle shutoff. Have you ever used the sharkbite valves? They seem to work really well. Thanks for all of your videos, they are very helpful. Keep up the good work!
By flush valve do you mean the actual through tank fitting flush valve? or just the flapper? Decent price for fill/flapper, but the flush valve with a new tank to bowl bolts and donut should be 1hr charge on its own. Flat rate for that part alone for me would be $149
I really like this video. I charge $60 per hr with 2hr min. But your bid system makes sense. How do you charge for your time to get parts? Or do you just throw that in. I charge $60 per hour from shop to shop plus parts. If I have to go get parts I charge same hr rate.
DONT LEAVE ME HANGING ON THAT LINK FROM 1:15 !!!
Love your stuff by the way! your advice is helping me work my way into some financial stability, I appreciate what you're doing
Really nice video, thanks so much.for let us know.
Thinking about starting a handyman business. I have been doing maintenance for thirty years. Worked for private and city employment.Would I need a business license and should I have insurance for business
The Roanoke, Virginia area
Thanks for sharing!!!
How do you charge for multiple items? Like what if they want two or three light fixtures replaced? Or what if they also want two outlets replaced? Do you charge the same prices for each one that you listed in your video, or do you have a significantly discounted rate for all the rest after the first?
what I do is just like you said, give a nice discount if there are two or three items on the list, for instance I do lots of furniture assemblies and typically I charge between $120 to $160 for some ot the bigger assemblies as each piece can take from 3 to 4 to even 5 hours sometimes depending on the complexity of the assembly ( or lack of my expeience at the time ) so if there are two assemblies I will maybe charge $140 instead of $160 for each piece, it really is a judgement call hey all the life is a judgement call , if you want to see that customer again you have to show them you are willing to bargain with them at least on some level because just like you they have to pay the bills! was just trying to help Brother, good luck!!! I believe in the mantra 20 percent of your customers pay 80 percent of your bills best make sure they know and feel you care for them and show your appreciation so you keep that golden 20 percent!!
appreciate the time
I liked you should show some quick examples videos.
Or pictures would do
Is it legal to do all those electrical repairs without a license?
Just stumbled on this video as I contemplate starting a handyman service. I’m in CA too and I heard that materials should be included in the $500 cap even if purchased by the homeowner. Can you shed some light please? If true, this would eliminate a lot of potential jobs.
That is true, materials count as part of $500.
You should start a handyman college for people wanting to learn the business
I actually have! Check it out at handymanjourney.com
How much should I charge here in Arizona, any idea? Great Videos. Thank you
Hey Thanks! I appreciate your comment, Tune in tomorrow morning at 6am PST for a new WLOG! It all depends on your needs as a business. I would recommend going through your overhead and figuring out how much you need to make
What's your overhead? What do you need to pay yourself (before taxes) to live comfortably? What kind of profit do you want to see for your business? Profit allows you to grow and invest in new tools. NOT replacing tools, but new types of tools to allow you to expand your services. What will the market allow? I personally (in upstate NY) charge $1.00 per linear foot for one story, $2.00 per l.f. two story, $3 per three story, etc. Onsite conditions can raise that price. Minimum $149.00 to come out within my 15 mile/30 min. service area. e.g. If it's three story and I have to do everything off the ladder, I need another person. Hoped this helped. - Ed.
Your tv mounting should be 150 plus extra for very large tvs
Say “typically” a few more times if you can
Typically I do! 🤣🤣
@@handymanjourney lol. Good video!
Thanks bro!
Can you put in a junction box without an electrician’s license?
+Honest Lee Handyman When you said $75 for outlet replacement, plus $5 for materials; is that per outlet?
Ryan Pinkham typically yes, if they have a lot of outlets I usually give a discount for multiples. Thanks for your comment!
Honest Lee Handyman thank you much. You’re most welcome. I appreciate this specific kind of content. It really helps us, who are starting out.
Ryan Pinkham that's great feedback! I love to know what helps!
Honest Lee Handyman yeah, pricing is a huge question. I am making an actual list of common jobs, and the rates that I will charge for them.
I do know, that I have seen the pricing questions come up a lot. Even on other channels.
In my country majority (8 out 10) of this jobs is charge between 5-15 $ .
Nenad Stokić thanks for your comment, where are you located?
I live in Serbia. It is locate in south-east part of Eurpe,in peninsula call Balkan
Move. ;-)
Thanks for the tips I’m in the process of starting my own handyman business but I don’t know how to start getting customers I just recently moved to this area. Do you have any tips for me
So how'd things work out for you?
jose gomez #1 start off by having a very nice website. #2 when you know you did a really good job and the customer seems to be real happy, ask for a review. Having those 5-star reviews go a long way! Best of luck!
Good video
cwrowe thanks man!
Is there a least profitable jobs video?
Yes, Check out my new WLOG video series. Thanks for your comment
I don't know your location (yet) but I'm in Silicone Valley, and your prices are a whisker above mine. I need to stop feeling sorry for my customers.
Yea like hate cheating myself
At 6:35 - 15 to 30 minutes to change an electrical device?? I'm a licensed electrician, and I can change those in 5 minutes or less. I charge $10 each, including the new part (minimum charge of $80 for a service call). In other words, if they call me to have one replaced, they might as well get their money's worth and find 7 more around the house for me to change.
What about AFCI requirements? I haven't seen any of those outlets for less than $25.
Where is the link?
Your prices are way too low, im not getting out of bed for less than $200
If a customer calls with one of these jobs, do you still do an on-site estimate or do you quote over the phone?
AJourneyOfYourSoul I always prefer to do an on site estimate!
...and your post installation should be 250 at least.
You’re about 50 dollars more affordable than me but the outlets you’re rite in the money I hate to see you loosing money tho raise the price a bit cost of living is so high in Sacramento
How much for window mini blinds per window?
$20- $35 depending on size and how many
Ceiling fans are easy
AV guy here... please don't hire your gutter cleaner to install your home technology
@Liam O’Neil that depends on your av guy. They are a proud bunch...
I am sorry, but your AV guy is no one else but cable puller and potentially shelves hanger. If he's any good with the shelves I'd let him even clean the gutter. The connectivity is really a child's play these days you either get the part that's compatible or not. Throw in some reducers and that's it.
@@lipeeno lol. Wrong. What's a reducer?
@@taxman4072 lol yes you really are proud of yourself aren't you? Ok example: 263 cameras on 27 shelves with scales. Cameras and scales are patched to each other and to MDF unit that communicates with many other servers. Miles of CAT6. Hows that different from your wifi comunicating with your stereo, lights, tv and your online account?
Reducer, adapter..part that connects to otherwise incompatible conectors...you should know it😉
My point is that judging and putting people in boxes is very immature and not at all professional if that's what you were aiming for with your comment in a first place.
Yes, I am a handyman.
Good luck with your projects!
@@lipeeno aaah, you are a handy man. Now it makes sense.
Just because you've heard terms and phrases doesnt mean you know what they mean. You sound ridiculous trying to sound like you know what you're talking about. Example: a reducer is not found in an electronics part list. We aren't plumbers. Cameras and scales? What the hell are you talking about? Ironically alot of our projects are fixing handyman specials. That's cool you're handy with various things, but you're also the only quasi trade that think they know it all. There is a reason people dedicate their life to a specific trade. But keep fooling yourself because you know a tiny bit about everything.
My way of Setting my prices are that I call 4 major plumbing companies and ask what they charge to install a new toilet that I purchased
And take an average I don’t go to high I don’t go too low I also do the same with electricians and a ceiling fan
That works! You get a good average for your area that way! Keep up the great work!
$75.00 for an outlet? questionable takes 5 minutes. What was it $100 for a fixture? Questionable takes 10 minutes. If you can get it all the power to you. I charge $25 a device that's an outlet of a switch GFIs are more and $40.00 a fixture. You're prices are out of this world. I am in Hampton roads VA, but I did electric in jersey and you are still high.
That's why home remodeling is the way 2nd only to real estate investing now combine the 2 and you can have $500,000 your first year of biz😉
Average kitchen is around 20 grand supplies any were from 5-10 grand and it takes on Average 2 weeks that's 20 grand month
If I have 4 calls in a city of 100,000 each needing 1 outlet replaced at $25 per I’m not gonna make any $$ . $ 75 per outlet makes more sense!! And more $.
Typically
Pricing varies from region to region. Your rates are probably really high in comparison to some and low to others. Please stop saying "typically or typical" so much, you used those 2 words 27 times in this video alone or every 16.8 seconds on average, it's hard on the listener ;)
Really? You counted how many times he used a word?
@@nadonailer its typical of chopped champ
Well ! Typically you are correct !!! 😛😛😛
Well !!!
, Typically you are correct ! 😛😛😛
$150 to install a ceiling fan ?
Seriously ? For 30 mins work ....and you're ok with that ?
There should be a hourly rate law to stop this type of thing ! Too bad if its your only job for that day ...how can you feel honest after something like that ? $125-$175 to clean out dryer lines? Wow !
How much do you charge to install a ceiling fan?
Thereal McCoy you have no clue whatsoever about handyman(or any trades for that matter) business. Just like you said, that 150 dollar job can be his only job for a day, maybe the only one for a week, who knows. AND he is self-employed, that means he pays his own and his family health insurance, his truck insurance and repairs, gas, advertising, liability insurance, income taxes for self-employed etc etc. list is endless. You got no idea bud.
I agree... However, I'm in Texas. I will usually pay $25 to $50/ceiling fan. Maybe the highest I've ever paid is $75. Average is $50.
As far as cleaning Dryer lines... It depends if you're replacing tubing or if it is fixed. I would expect to pay $75 to $100 depending on what the job entails. If we are just talking about vacuuming out the dryer vent outlet and the line itself, I would expect to pay on the lower end.
I live in the San Antonio Austin Texas area and $150 is cheap for ceiling fans
Looks like some is getting screwed
Allen those prices are about the same here in this part of the country it all about the location of your area