I should not be thinking about this cause trying to have a weekend away as a family but we lost 2 flat pack sales this week due to our minimum call out fee. I asked if there were any other items on the todo list we could take care of or anything they are thinking about in the future. Anyone treating these as a loss leader to get in the home? Would love some collective thoughts. Losing these quick easy ones always gets me but not too sure what to do about it

Anyone have any experience doing epoxy flooring for in a garage? Tips tricks and info would be much appreciated ☺️

We’re excited to officially announce the launch of Champion Service Partners. Champion Service Partners is a platform built to partner with owner-dependent handyman businesses nationwide through centralized operations and proven systems. Over 95% of handyman businesses rely entirely on the owner. When that person stops working, the business stops existing. There’s no exit. No retirement event. No enterprise value. We built this platform to change that. Through strategic equity partnerships, we centralize the entire backend of the business — bookkeeping, dispatching, customer service, marketing, hiring, reporting. Our team operates as the engine behind the company, allowing the local operator to step out of the daily chaos while remaining an owner and doing what they're best at. They focus on leadership and growth. We handle everything else. The goal is simple: build businesses that outlive the labor of the person who started them and collectively share resources and centralized support. The handyman trade deserve a real retirement pathway. We’re here to build it. If you’re a handyman operator thinking about your next chapter — let’s talk. https://championservicepartners.com

What Homeowners Should Know When something breaks at home, most people search for “a handyman.” What many homeowners don’t realize is that there’s a big difference between hiring an individual handyman and hiring a handyman service—and that difference directly affects reliability, safety, and overall experience. For decades, the handyman industry has been dominated by owner-operators. In fact, over 95% of the industry consists of individuals running one-person businesses. These professionals often bring valuable skill and experience, but the owner-operated model has limitations that make it hard to solve some of the most common homeowner complaints. Because a single handyman is responsible for everything—scheduling, communication, estimating, purchasing materials, performing the work, and handling follow-ups—there’s little room for consistency or accountability. Missed calls, delayed projects, unclear pricing, lack of insurance coverage, and limited availability are not usually a result of bad intentions; they’re a result of capacity. One person can only do so much. A handyman service operates differently. Instead of relying on one individual, a service provider builds systems around the work: trained technicians, scheduling support, customer service, quality standards, insurance, and guarantees. These systems directly address the core issues homeowners face—reliability, communication, safety, and follow-through—but they also cost money to operate. That’s why handyman services typically cost more than hiring an individual handyman. The higher price reflects investments in training, background checks, insurance, proper tools, customer support, and the ability to stand behind the work. For the homeowner, this often means faster response times, clearer expectations, professional accountability, and peace of mind if something goes wrong. In short, a handyman may fix the problem. A handyman service is designed to manage the entire experience. While the upfront cost may be higher, the added value comes in the form of reliability, protection, and long-term trust—benefits many homeowners find well worth the investment.

Disclaimer - I am thankful for everyone who’s part of this group for your collaboration to create a more sustainable and professional industry. “A rising tide lifts all boats” thank you. This was a comment I received on one of my posts. And I felt compelled to respond (normally I don’t, I understand being different in an industry than the norm causes an uproar. But I’m only looking for MY people who believe in this industry as much as I do) “You have no history in the trades. Revenue numbers mean nothing. How much debt are you in. A few poorly done jobs will collapse you. Everyone knows you are trying to sell coaching and everything other thing you can possibly sell but the truth is you haven’t accomplished anything except a catchy name. Actually build a profitable business then you can try to offer advice. Right now you are self promoting a sales company just like you said. No offense but you don’t have the experience in the trades to think you are some guru people should pay be you “ want” to build a 20 million dollar business.” And here was my response. The real me. “let’s talk about this. I grew up the son of a father who dedicated his life to the trades. Long nights, 7 days a week, supporting every part of the business himself. I have first hand experience in the life of a tradesman. One that built his entire business from repeat and referral clients. Made good money, but at the end was hit with the reality that he had built a job… not a business. My passion comes from that. Supporting others so they don’t have to go through the same struggles when they retire. With kids. With family. With bills. When their body gives out. And yes. I’m a for profit business, just like you. Your skill comes at a cost. Just like mine. I’m an asset to this industry, someone who can implement what I’m good at, in collaboration with what you’re good at and provide a positive platform for others to have opportunity. The reason the handyman trade is behind all others is the inability to accept change, and welcome collaboration.