Handyman Success Podcast

#68 Rogue River Handyman (Part 1)

Most people think you need years of experience to start a handyman business… Tim didn’t. With 6 kids, a full-time role in ministry, and zero formal training, he built a successful part-time handyman business from scratch. In this episode, he breaks down exactly how he did it—and how you can too. We cover: *  How to start a handyman business with little experience  *  Why working part-time can actually be an advantage  *  The simple door-to-door strategy that landed his first jobs  *  How to choose profitable services (and avoid time traps)  *  The mindset shift that turns “side hustle” into real income  *  How to build trust and get 5-star reviews fast  If you’ve been thinking about starting a handyman business—but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or underqualified—this episode will change how you see it. 👉 You don’t need to know everything. You just need to start. Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

#67 Steady Home Maintenance (Part 2)

Want to build a handyman business that people want to work for… and customers trust before they ever call? In this segment of the Handyman Success Podcast, J.R. Crowell (Steady Home Maintenance – Jackson/Flowood, MS) breaks down the real systems that keep his team aligned, trained, and performing — plus what he’s learned about marketing and cracking the “subscription maintenance” code. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ The hiring catch-22: skilled techs vs. “green” employees (and why both have trade-offs) ✅ How they protect culture with open-book management (everyone sees the P&L) + performance pay ✅ Why they train every Friday (and why communication training is the real “cheat code”) ✅ Their Notion SOP system: a searchable internal database that tells techs: * what to ask on the first call * what tools to bring * step-by-step job checklists (ex: door installs)  ✅ Smart “make-it-easy” systems: standardized caulks, visual cheat sheets, QR code ordering, and job crates prepped in advance  ✅ EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System): when it works best + how J.R. adapts it for smaller teams  ✅ Marketing reality: what they tried, what they stopped, and what works now * Realtors + punch lists * EDDM direct mail * Google reviews (why 25–30 reviews changes everything) * Google LSA + PPC tweaks * Why they’re going all-in on content marketing + YouTube as a long-term lever ✅ Subscription/membership programs: what failed, what worked, and how they’re restructuring it ✅ AI in the trades: why J.R. says to “lever AI quickly,” including a wearable tool that can help create SOPs fast If you’re trying to scale past owner-operator mode, improve training, or build a subscription plan that actually makes money — this is one to steal notes from. 👉 Question for you: Are you building an owner-operator job… or a scalable business? Comment below. #handyman #handymanbusiness #contractor #smallbusiness #homeservices Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

#66 Steady Home Maintenance (Part 1)

If you’ve ever wondered how to scale a handyman business like a real company (not just a one-man hustle), this episode is for you. In this Handyman Success Podcast interview, Jason Call and Allen Lee sit down with J.R. Crowell of Steady Home Maintenance (Jackson / Flowood, Mississippi) to break down exactly how J.R. built a systems-first handyman company that grew fast — including: ✅ 8 W2 employees (handyman + remodel division) ✅ ~$800,000 in annual revenue (85–90% handyman) ✅ A “business-first” approach with processes, training, and culture ✅ Why adding remodel work is harder than most owners expect ✅ How they stay booked (25–30 leads/week) and avoid schedule chaos ✅ Remote estimating (selling jobs via photos/video) and dispatch systems ✅ Tools + branding + software investments that made them look “bigger than they were” ✅ Culture and hiring: core values, DISC profiles, and building a team people want to join ✅ How they use systems like Jobber + Notion to run training and operations ✅ A membership/subscription model (what worked + what didn’t) This is a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a professional handyman operation with strong marketing, strong people, and clear rules for how the team wins. 🎧 Listen in if you want to grow past “just you,” hire A-players, and build a handyman business that can scale. Connect with Steady Home Maintenance: Search “Steady Home Maintenance” (Jackson / Flowood, MS) on Facebook + YouTube to see their authentic marketing and culture in action. 👉 Want more episodes like this? Subscribe, and drop a comment: What’s your #1 bottleneck right now — hiring, scheduling, pricing, or marketing? #handyman #handymanbusiness #homeimprovement #smallbusiness #contractor Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

#65 Vision Handyman (Part 2)

💰 How do you confidently price handyman jobs? What happens when you move your business to a new city — and Google sabotages your online presence? In this powerful continuation of Joe’s story, we dive deeper into the real challenges (and wins!) of running a service business. 🎯 In this episode, Joe shares: * His journey from undercharging to confidently charging $120/hr+ * The $280K milestone he hit after writing it down two years prior * Lessons learned from moving his business from Hattiesburg to Mobile * Why separating handyman and window tinting brands might be necessary * How to protect your business from “demon clients” * Why documenting your "why" changes everything Joe’s honest, no-fluff perspective is full of gold for anyone growing (or restarting) a handyman business. 👇 Want to grow your own business? Start here:  🔗 Free Webinars & Coaching [https://handymanjourney.com/coaching] 🔗 Marketing Help for Handymen [https://handymanmarketingpros.com] 🔗 Join the Facebook Mastermind ✅ If this helped you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE this episode with someone who needs a push to level up! Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

#64 Vision Handyman (Part 1)

🔥 In this episode of the Handyman Success Podcast, we sit down with Joe from Vision Handyman & Window Tinting in Mobile, Alabama — and wow, what a journey! From Best Buy to New Zealand, to stand-up comedy, to becoming a full-time handyman, Joe’s story is raw, real, and incredibly inspiring. 🎯 Joe shares: * How he transitioned from corporate retail to skilled trades * Why he only takes “small jobs” and how that became a niche * The marketing tactics that worked (and flopped) — including his billboard * How he bounced back after losing 90+ Google reviews * Why BNI saved his business during a tough season * How stand-up comedy shaped his customer experience philosophy This is a must-listen for any handyman looking to build a better business, stand out with personality, and create raving fans. 👇 Dive deeper and grow with us:  🔗 Free Webinars, Training & Community [https://handymansuccess.net] 🔗 Marketing Help for Handymen [https://handymanmarketingpros.com] 🔗 Business Coaching [https://handymanjourney.com/coaching] 📌 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE this with another hardworking handyman who needs to hear it! Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net