by Dan Perry
on June 15, 2016
Software and apps can make running your handyman business much easier.
In fact, since I started my handyman business, I’ve operated almost entirely from my phone, only using my desktop for monthly accounting and marketing purposes.
When it comes to managing customers, quoting jobs, taking notes, tracking payments, taking credit cards, or scheduling, it’s all done on this amazing little device they call an iPhone.
No paper what. so. ever. I like it that way. And the best part is that all of this software is so affordable that anybody can use it.
Not only does this technology save me some serious paperwork headaches, it adds value to the customer and makes my business more efficient. I’ve had several customers tell me they like working with me just because I’m tech savvy.
So, if you’re still walking around with a notepad, a schedule book, and a rolex of your customers, it’s time to upgrade. Here’s how to do it so you can save time and look more professional. [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on February 18, 2016
Last updated: Sept 3, 2021
Painting your kitchen cabinets is an easy way to transform your kitchen, and if you do it yourself, it will cost you less than $200 bucks.
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by Dan Perry
on January 12, 2016
My legs were on FIRE, but I had to keep pushing through the pain.
Just one more run, I thought. Then, I’ll call it a day.
I didn’t even necessarily want to keep snowboarding either. I’d been riding all day in knee deep powder while weaving through the trees, and any skier or snowboarder knows how fast that will wear you out.
But, there was one thing fueling my motivation. I had to beat my high score.
No, I wasn’t in a competition. Nobody was sitting there timing me or adding up points.
The truth is much less exciting. I had just downloaded an app for my phone designed to track how many vertical feet I snowboarded each day, and I wanted to beat my existing daily record.
I wasn’t going to win a prize, become famous, or even get a pat on the back.
I was pushing myself simply so I could look at a high score on my iPhone app when I was finished.
This may sound pointless, but that’s why it’s the perfect story to illustrate the power of [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on December 28, 2015
In this article and in the video above, I’m going to share how to Replace an aluminum window with a nailing fin when you have wood siding.
I’ve personally replaced about 15 windows using this method and have had no issues with water infiltration – which is the main concern any time you are installing a new window. [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on December 22, 2015
Does a lack of referrals have you doubting yourself and your business?
Or, are you struggling to stay busy despite how happy your customers seem to be? Why aren’t those satisfied customers telling their friends and family about you?
Isn’t a good service supposed to sell itself?
Well, not exactly. The truth is that people are busy, and if you want them recommend you, it’s going to require some strategic effort.
In this article, I’ll share some simple and effective strategies for boosting referral rates so you can start enjoying more qualified leads for your business. [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on November 25, 2015
In this DIY tutorial, I demonstrate how to build a retaining wall using interlocking landscaping blocks, step by step.
I’ll cover everything you need to know so you can get started with confidence.
First, here’s a quick image that sums up what it takes to build a retaining wall. (To make it taller, add more layers of blocks.)
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by Dan Perry
on October 20, 2015
Are you tired of customers disappearing after you give them a quote?
You’ve just spent your valuable time providing a quote, and you think you’ve quoted the right price, but they don’t call you back.
Why?
Did the customer find somebody better, cheaper, or better looking?
It’s impossible to know for sure, and there could be a thousand reasons WHY you didn’t land that job. Many of those reasons are outside of your control.
Maybe the customer is just a tire kicker. Maybe they just needed an estimate to submit to insurance. Or, maybe they don’t like you because you look like a guy who bullied them back in high school.
The truth is that you’ll never land every job you quote, but you can significantly increase your chances with the right strategy and mindset.
In this article, I will share five simple and effective quoting tips that you can use to start landing more jobs TODAY, and do it without dropping your prices. [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on October 1, 2015
One of the most powerful insights I’ve gained since starting my first business is that there is an abundance of opportunities.
There’s always a way to get more customers.
There’s always a way to start a business even while you’re working a full time job.
There’s always a way to increase your rates so you can work less and profit more.
In fact, if you ever stop and think about all the opportunities to improve your life or business, it’s pretty amazing. Even overwhelming.
Almost anything you could possibly want to learn is now taught online, and if the information isn’t online, the person who has that information can likely be found online.
With all this knowledge at our fingertips, why is it that most still aren’t achieving their goals? If it’s possible for one handyman to make 6 figures while only working 4 days a week, why aren’t all handymen doing the same? [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on September 7, 2015
There is a broad spectrum of quality when it comes to customers.
Some just want the cheapest price, don’t respect your time, and don’t care to understand what it takes to run a business. Then there are others who will pay just about anything and be grateful they found you.
I learned early to only deal with the latter (at least as much as possible) as I found that my enjoyment and profits were mostly determined by who I worked for.
But, it wasn’t easy. You can’t just make a decision to suddenly have a consistent flow of great customers. Getting cheap customers by lowering your prices is easy. You must work to find the great ones. It takes time, and more notably, it takes strategic effort.
So, how do you find these so called “quality customers?” That’s exactly what I share in this article. [continue reading…]
by Dan Perry
on August 24, 2015
Within six months of starting my business, I was stung by the contractors’ board and ticketed for contracting without a handyman license. [continue reading…]
