50+ Handyman Business Names

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Some people have a knack for fixing just about anything in and around the house. Having the will and the skill to perform almost any ordinary job at home is a rare find. We call them handymen, and if you are one of them, why not make a business out of it?

If you've decided to make fixing things your business, one of the most important things you'll need is a catchy, memorable name. Whether you're going to run a one-person handyman operation or plan to grow your company to include a team of employees, the name you choose should reflect what you do and the personality of your brand.

This article includes a host of handyman business name ideas to get you inspired, along with a range of naming tips and information about starting a fix-it business.

Contents

• Professional Handyman Company Names
• How to Start a Handyman Business
• Clever and Catchy Handyman Business Name Ideas
• Tips for Naming Your Handyman Company
• Jack of all Trades Business Name Ideas
• Video: Handy Tips for Naming Any Business
• Funny Handyman Company Name Ideas
• How to Grow Your Business
• Video: Whats the Difference Between a Contractor and a Handyman?

Professional Handyman Company Names

How to Start a Handyman Business

The very first things you need to consider—besides choosing a good name—are the licensing regulations in both the state and county in which you will be performing work. There might be a general handyman license offered, or you may need to secure privileges to perform certain individual tasks such as painting or carpentry. Since the licensing and regulations for this profession are so different from state to state, it’s best to start there.

While in contact with the state, ask about registering your business with the state’s Division of Corporations and then again with the county or city depending on the requirements.

The good thing about being a handyman is that you can run your business right out of the comfort of your own home. While this is nice and reduces potential business expenses by hundreds or even thousands per month, you will still want to have a separate phone line for your business.

The hardest part about starting this kind of business is getting your name out there and building a good client base and a trustworthy reputation. Good marketing and effective advertising are the keys to starting out successfully. Once you’ve been in the business for a year or so, it's also a good idea to begin looking into accreditations through organizations like the Better Business Bureau. It can help draw in more customers if you have the BBB seal of approval.

Clever and Catchy Handyman Business Name Ideas

Tips for Naming Your Handyman Company

Handyman business names are actually pretty easy to come up with, but if you need some help, here are few tips to stir the brain:

• Include a Pun: There are a lot of puns to be had in this industry—use them to make a clever and memorable name.
• Use Your name: Use your name in the business name, especially if you are a sole proprietor. Everyone should know who their trusty handyman is!
• Mention the Area: If you cover a large metropolitan area, use this in your name so those who live a bit farther from you don’t overlook your business in a listing.
• Start with “A”: We've all seen those companies with “AAA” at the beginning of their names. They don't do this to advertise the grades they got in school; it's a clever way to be pushed to the tippity top of all listings.
• Include Your Specialty: If you have something that you enjoy doing and really specialize in, make this clear in your business name.

Considering all of the tips above, let’s take a look at a few more example name ideas for inspiration.

Jack of all Trades Business Name Ideas

Handy Tips for Naming Any Business

Funny Handyman Company Name Ideas

How to Grow Your Business

Some of the name ideas above are fairly standard, while others are comical or clever. Depending on the market you are attempting to target, you may be leaning more toward the fun and lighthearted direction or more toward the classic and professional direction. In either case, once you've chosen a name and secured a few clients, there's still plenty more to do.

Starting Small

The key to this business is starting small and growing slowly. To start, advertise on websites like craigslist to reel in a few initial clients. Once you've demonstrated your talent and work ethic, give each happy client a handful of business cards to share with their friends, family, and neighbors. In the fix-it business, word of mouth is one of the best forms of advertising, especially when you're just getting started.

Getting Reviews

Register your business on Yelp and YellowPages, and encourage your satisfied clients to leave you reviews. In the beginning, you can even offer your first few clients five percent off of their bill totals if they write you a review.

Expanding Your Brand

Once you've got a good reputation both in your community and online, it may be time to rev up your marketing efforts. Create a website, have a logo designed, and consider advertising on more platforms. These days, most folks are on social media, so paying a nominal fee for a set of targeted ads on Facebook or Instagram may provide good bang for your buck.

If you want to reel in many new clients at once, consider offering a deal on a website like Groupon or LivingSocial. Do beware—these sites tend to generate a lot of business at once, so be sure that the number of coupons you release is a good fit for the amount of time (and employees) you have available.

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This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. Content is for informational or entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for personal counsel or professional advice in business, financial, legal, or technical matters.

Comments

Roger on September 15, 2018:

Can't Craigslist be a target for scammers? How does one detect such a phenomenon?