Step 1. Define what you do really well
You do not need to know everything. Most city jobs are furniture assembly, mounting TVs, lamps and curtain rods, tap replacement, door and window adjustment and small electrics. Pick 5–8 jobs you do confidently and fast — that is your starter pack.
Step 2. Get the basic toolkit
- a drill-driver with bits for concrete, wood and metal
- level, tape measure, wire detector
- adjustable wrenches, hex keys, pliers
- silicone gun, foam, assorted wall plugs
- a tidy bag or case — order matters at the client’s home
Step 3. Decide where orders will come from
You can hunt for clients yourself (ads, groups, referrals) or plug into a service with a steady client flow. The first gives full independence but eats time on marketing. The second — like working with HandyMan24 — delivers requests to the app: you take the ones that fit your area and schedule.
Step 4. First jobs and rating
Start with simple jobs close to home. Two things build reputation fastest: punctuality and leaving the place tidy. Before/after photos and a short follow-up message beat any advertising.
What to avoid at the start
- jobs above your skill level — one failed job costs more than five good ones
- quoting “by eye” over the phone — always ask for photos
- working without an agreed scope — confirm what the price includes
How the start with HandyMan24 looks
- Register a specialist account in the app or via the page for professionals.
- A short call about experience and your working area.
- Client requests appear in the app — you choose what to take.
- You deliver, build your rating and get more jobs.
Common questions
Do I need a registered business to start?
A company is not required to start. Everyone here works for themselves: some start without registering while turnover stays within the limit, others open a JDG or a spółka straight away. You pick the form and handle the reporting; there is nothing to agree with us.
I do not own a full toolkit — is that a problem?
A basic set for your trades is enough to start; the rest you buy as specific job types come in.
How many jobs can I take?
As many as you want — the schedule is yours. Many combine it with a day job, working evenings and weekends.
Do I need perfect Polish?
Conversational Polish, Ukrainian, Russian or English is enough to agree things with the client on site.
Order in the app
Describe the job, add photos and the address. Tradespeople send their own prices and dates, and you pick one of the offers.
Open the app
