Best Way to Find Jobs for a Handyman

If you are handy around the house and have a knack for repairing things, you may want to consider working as a handyman. There are many ways to find handyman jobs around your community. The most important thing to remember when trying to find handyman job is to represent your business and skills in a professional manner.

• Make flyers and business cards and leave them on the desks and registers of several businesses in your area. Be sure to describe your services and provide your contact information. People can see the flyers and cards and contact you about jobs. Be sure to leave your flyers and cards with business that appeal to people who would need a handyman such as home improvement and hardware stores.


• Place an ad in the classified section of your local newspaper. Be sure to provide information about the types of services you offer as well as your contact information. You can also look in the "Help Wanted" section of the newspaper to see ad posted by people who are looking to hire a handyman. Use the contact information provided to contact the owner of the ad.


• Look around your neighborhood for signs that your neighbors are remodeling or working on their home. Offer your handyman services to them. Be sure to explain the type of work you do and how much you charge for your services. Be sure to provide references or pictures of past jobs you have completed.


• Look on community and store bulletin boards for flyers posted by people who are looking to hire a handyman. Make sure your experience matches the type of job posted and contact the person who posted the job. Be sure to discuss the type of work they want done, the price you charge and the length of time it will take to complete the project.


• Visit your local apartment complexes and talk with the apartment manager. Apartment complexes are often in need of a handyman to work on minor repairs that are needed in the different apartments. Discuss your prices and services with the department manager. The apartment manager may ask you to fill out an application to keep on file or he or she may hire you on the spot.