Furniture assembly

Clients who purchase some-assembly-required furniture don’t always want to do the work themselves. You can offer to assemble furniture like desks, tables, chairs, beds, shelves, and more.

Drywall repair and maintenance

Drywall maintenance and repairs—like patching a hole, repairing a nail pop, or even removing old wallpaper—are all tasks that you can add to your handyman services list.

Interior and exterior painting

Applying interior or exterior paint and stain doesn’t just mean that you recolor walls. It also refers to anything else a client might need you to update, like wood furniture, baseboards, doors, decks, or fences. Aside from applying a new coat, you may also need to strip old paint or make small repairs to surfaces before you get started.

Minor plumbing

Some common plumbing-related services that handymen offer include fixing leaky faucets, installing new bathroom hardware like faucets and shower heads, and removing or applying caulking in bathrooms and kitchens.

Minor electrical

As a handyman, you may choose to offer minor electrical work. This could include installing home security cameras and equipment, and upgrading or changing smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.

Babyproofing

Handymen can be a big help to new parents who don’t have time to baby proof their home themselves. You can help with tasks like installing outlet covers and safety locks, setting up baby gates, and anchoring furniture like dressers and bookshelves.

Light fixture installation

Installing new lighting fixtures often requires some rewiring that homeowners aren’t comfortable doing themselves. Consider offering installation services for lighting fixtures including; recessed lighting, track lighting, ceiling fans, or under cabinet lighting.

Tiling

Tiles are common in kitchens and bathrooms as flooring and backsplashes. Handymen often install, repair, and maintain tiles, including cleaning and applying grout and caulking.

Pressure washing

Pressure washing can dramatically improve the look of a home’s exterior. If you have a pressure washer, you can offer your pressure washing services to clean decks, stairs, driveways, and building exteriors like siding.

Smart home upgrades

Smart home gadgets like video doorbells and thermostats have become increasingly popular. Offer smart home upgrade services to help homeowners properly setup, install, and mount these appliances.

Fence and gate repair

Fences and gates need repairs and upkeep to stand the test of time. As a skilled handyman, you can offer services to build and install exterior gates, repair broken fence panels and posts, install decorative fences and borders, and replace latches.

Carpentry

Some of the minor carpentry tasks that you may provide as a contractor include building bookshelves and interior storage solutions, replacing doors or adding pet doors, repairing or installing kitchen cabinets, and replacing or repairing baseboards and window or door trim.

Window coverings

Many handymen offer window covering services, such as installing blinds, curtains, and other window coverings.

Door hardware installation

Sometimes property owners want to install new doorknobs and handles as part of a remodel or upgrade. Other times, they want to install new deadbolts and locks for security purposes. These are all things that you can help with as a handyman.

Senior home upgrades

Some senior-specific home upgrades handymen can help with include walk-in tub installation, grab bar installation, stairlift installation, motion-sensor faucets, and shower seats. You may also be able to assist with ramps and other accessibility projects.

Gutter cleaning

Gutter cleaning can be tricky for homeowners who don’t have the time or the right equipment. This service can include removing debris, fixing clogs, making repairs, and cleaning out downspouts.

Window washing

Exterior window washing for two- and three-story homes is another straightforward handyman service that you can offer. You may also choose to only wash windows on the ground floor of a home, depending on what you’re comfortable with.

Screen installation and repair

Window and door screens sometimes need maintenance and minor repair work, like replacing a screen or installing a screen door. You may also need to patch a tear or mend a frame.

Small appliances installation and repair

If you’ve got some minor electrical experience, you can offer to install or repair minor small appliances such as microwave ovens, washing machines, or even electric car charging stations.

Picture hanging and installation

As a handyman, you can offer to mount TVs, hang pictures and mirrors, and install art work displays for your customers.