Now that you’ve gauged your competition, you can think about how you will find your first potential customer. Here are 3 channels that can best help you get started in getting your handyman business off the ground.
1. Create social media pages and a website
Building social media pages and a website is one of the most lucrative ways to gain your first customer. Create Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts with your clever handyman business name. Then post content to showcase what you can do and tell your business’ story.
2. Register and optimize a Google My Business account
The importance of a Google My Business account cannot be stressed enough! The first thing customers will do when they need a handyman is Google for services in their area. Registering and optimizing your Google My Business account will show your business’ availability and service that matches their request.
3. Join up with third-party handyman platforms
Creating accounts on third-party platforms like Houzz, Craigslist, and Home Advisor presents your services tailored to an area. It will have a significant impact on getting found!
Lastly, don’t forget to keep marketing yourself outside getting your first customers! With all the competition, it’s easy to lose your place in the handyman pecking order.
Keep handing out flyers, telling friends and family, and posting social media content about your services.