# Handyman service that grew from shelf building

The operator began by selling tote shelves and expanded into general handyman work for local customers. Income is per-job fees.

| Tag | Value | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Services and freelancing | 96% |
| Earns from | Service fees | 96% |
| Startup cost (estimate) | $100 to $1k | 49% (low) |
| Time (estimate) | Part-time | 50% (low) |
| Where | In person | 73% |
| Coding | No coding needed | 99% |

Owner-reported (not verified): $3K, $8K, then over $10K in months one to three; handyman side six figures this year.

Source: [11 Proven Businesses My Viewers Started With Almost No Money](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvJjUyKnOl0), The Koerner Office, Walter, with Chris Koerner
Page: https://allsidehustleideas.com/ideas/handyman-service-that-grew-from-shelf-building-103a80

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