6 Handyman Success Stories [2023]
Handyman offers various home repair services based on their skill set and the customer’s needs. Also known as a fixer, the handyman repairs works both on the interior and exterior.
The handyman business is a great part-time opportunity, and you can earn a high-profit margin while the overhead costs are low.
Here are some real life success stories of starting a handyman:
1. Dundas Valley Pools ($96K/year)
Dan Stewart (from Hamilton, ON, Canada) started Dundas Valley Pools almost 7 years ago.
I’m Dan Stewart and I’m the founder of Dundas Valley Pools. We help homeowners with swimming pools in Southern Ontario, Canada maximize the summers in their backyard. We do this by providing personalized, on-site services such as pool openings/ closings, pool maintenance, equipment installations, pool renovations, and new pool installations. Since our humble beginnings in May of 2016 we have serviced 350+ pools, opened and closed 200+ pools, and have installed tons of high-quality pool equipment, pool liners, and winter safety covers for happy customers throughout Southern Ontario.
Dundas Valley Pools has grown from a company producing very little revenue in 2016 to a company that is earning an average of $8000/ month net revenue during the on-season. This year we hope to actually double that number. This is due to our expansion into more technical services as well as taking on larger jobs-- namely, new pool installations.
2. Airtasker
Access thousands of skilled people for your home & office tasks. From furniture assembly to data entry - hire a skilled Airtasker today.
- Business rank: #19.4K
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Learn more about starting a handyman:
Where to start?
-> How much does it cost to start a handyman?
-> Pros and cons of a handyman
Need inspiration?
-> Examples of established handyman
Other resources
4. Ace HandyMan Services
Ace Handyman Services offers best-in-class repair, remodel, maintenance, and construction services to residential and commercial property owners. It is best known for quality craftsmanship, superior service, and exceeding expectations. Ace Handyman Services was founded by Andy Bell in 1998 who has taken more than 20 years of experience in home improvement services.
- Website traffic: 90K/month
- Business rank: #604K
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5. Goettl Air Conditioning
Call Goettl now at (844)446-3885 for AC Repair, HVAC Installation, Rejuuuvenation® Tune-Ups, Plumbing, Water Treatment, Water Softening, Water Purity, and Indoor Air Quality in Phoenix, Tucson, Las Vegas, and Southern California. With a 100% Unconditional Satisfaction Guarantee, G-O-E-T-T-L It'll keep you cool but it's hard to spell.
- Business rank: #838K
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