Handyman's Handbook : The Complete Guide to Starting and Running a Successful Business
Launch a profitable second career!THE NUTS-AND-BOLTS OF RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL HANDYMAN BUSINESSBuilding a sustained career as a handyman demands more than just a toolbox and a winning smile. If turning an ability with tools into a profitable vocation is your goal, theHandyman&#8217;s Handbookis the book you need to do it right.Written in clear language by a veteran handyman with a quarter- century&#8217;s experience, theHandyman&#8217;s Handbookis filled with hands-on, how-to information and time-saving tips of the trade. You'll gain a firm understanding of how to run your own successful business, including:* Where and how to learn all the skills you need* How to get the necessary tools and materials* Which jobs are most frequently requested* How to adapt your car or truck* How to find and keep customers* And much, much more!No matter if you're an established handyman with a growing business, a newcomer looking to get established, or a weekend warrior who wants to add efficiency to home projects, theHandyman&#8217;s Handbookis the one resource you need within arm&#8217;s reach at all times!You get coverage of:* What  a handyman does* Acquiring knowledge and skills* Adapting your car* Items to carry in your car* Your toolbox* Tools, hardware, and materials you should have* Other items to have at home* Organizing and storing hardware and materials* Ladders* Finding customers and keeping them happy* How much to charge* Working efficiently and safely* Record keeping and finances* Handyman mysteries* And much, much more!