The Handyman System Podcast
Connecting Business Strategy and Mindset with the Everyday Reality of Running a Handyman Business
Welcome to The Handyman System Podcast—your ultimate guide to growing a thriving handyman business without trading all your time for too little payoff.
Hosted by Becca from The Handyman System and featuring regular co-host Caleb from North Seattle Handyman, our show isn’t about fixing leaky faucets or patching drywall. We’re diving deep into the business side of your handyman hustle.
Each week, we bridge big-picture strategies with practical, real-world solutions, giving you the confidence and tools to:
✔️ Shake off the “schmuck in a truck” stereotype and establish yourself as a pro.
✔️ Understand what clients really value—and how to deliver it every time.
✔️ Master pricing and marketing strategies that grow your revenue and reputation.
✔️ Build systems that streamline your workflow and free up your time.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale, The Handyman System Podcast helps you navigate the challenges of running a handyman business while building a foundation for long-term success.
🎙️ New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe now and start building the business you deserve!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 14 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2025
29- Hourly vs Flat Rate Pricing: - Which Should You Choose
Hourly vs Flat Rate Pricing: The Handyman's Complete Guide to Profitable Pricing
Stop leaving money on the table!
Are you stuck in the feast-or-famine cycle, working harder but not seeing your ba…
00:10:24 |
Fri 29 Aug 2025
28 - How to Get Repeat Handyman Clients
🔧 STOP believing that perfect work = loyal clients!
Most handymen think if they just do incredible work, clients will automatically call them back, leave glowing reviews, and refer them to neighbors…
00:09:27 |
Fri 22 Aug 2025
27 - 6 Foundational Systems Your Handyman Business Needs
6 Foundational Systems You Need in Your Business | Handyman Business Systems
Running a handyman business without the right systems is like trying to build a house without a blueprint—chaotic, stre…
00:12:50 |
Fri 15 Aug 2025
26 Where to Start Systemizing Your Handyman Business
Is your handyman business running you instead of the other way around? In this episode of The Handyman System Podcast I share how to start systemizing your business so it works without you doing ever…
00:12:25 |
Fri 08 Aug 2025
5 Daily Marketing Tasks for Handyman Businesses to Stay Booked Out
Discover 5 simple daily marketing tasks for handyman businesses that keep your phone ringing and your schedule full, without spending hours on marketing.
Booked out and stress-free? It’s possible.
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00:11:15 |
Fri 01 Aug 2025
24- Is Your Website Getting You Clients?
Is Your Website Getting You Clients?
Ever feel like your website is just... sitting there? Like you’ve put in the effort to have one, but it’s not actually bringing in clients or filling your calenda…
00:14:39 |
Fri 11 Jul 2025
Handyman Lead Generation | Stop Wasting Money on Bad Leads
Handyman lead generation can feel like a shortcut to steady work, but are pay-per-lead platforms actually eating your profits?
In this episode, Becca from The Handyman System and Caleb from North Se…
00:12:56 |
Fri 04 Jul 2025
Are Freebies Secretly Hurting Your Handyman Business?
Are Freebies Secretly Hurting Your Handyman Business?
Feeling generous with “quick freebies” and “buddy discounts”? 🛠️ In this episode, Becca (The Handyman System) and Caleb (CIO Handyman) expose the…
00:19:03 |
Fri 27 Jun 2025
Are You Charging Enough For Handyman Jobs?
Are You Charging Enough For Handyman Jobs?
👉 Are you tired of pulling your prices out of thin air or hoping you’re “in the ballpark”? If you’re a handyman or home service pro struggling to confidentl…
00:11:22 |
Fri 20 Jun 2025
20 | Handyman Business Systems: Stop Winging It and Start Running Like a Pro
Handyman Business Systems: Stop Winging It and Start Running Like a Pro
Is your handyman business running you instead of the other way around?
In this episode of The Handyman System Podcast, I’m shar…
00:11:45 |
Fri 13 Jun 2025
19 | Why Most Handyman Businesses Fail
Why Handyman Businesses Fail: How to Dodge the Six Silent Killers
Is your calendar swinging between overload and tumbleweeds, even though your tool skills are top-tier? In this episode of The Handyma…
00:17:06 |
Fri 30 May 2025
18 | Is a Google Business Profile Worth the Hassle in 2025?
Is a Google Business Profile Worth the Hassle in 2025?
If you are a handyman or home service business owner, chances are you have wondered whether keeping up with your Google Business Profile is stil…
00:20:36 |
Fri 23 May 2025
Episode: 17 | The 4 Ways to Get Clients (And Which One You Should Start With)
In today’s episode of The Handyman System Podcast, I’m diving into a topic that every handyman and home service business owner needs to understand — how to actually get more clients, and where you sh…
00:18:27 |
Fri 16 May 2025
16 - How Handyman Businesses Can Handle Rising Material Costs & Supply Chain Issues in 2025
Prices are rising. Supplies are tightening. And if you’re running a handyman or home service business, the ripple effects of new tariffs and supply chain issues are about to get real by mid-May.
In …
00:08:45 |
Fri 09 May 2025
Episode 15 | Built a Website but No Calls? Here’s What You’re Missing
You launched your website… but where are the clients? 🤔
If your handyman or home service business has a website that looks great but isn’t bringing in leads, this episode of The Handyman System Podca…
00:16:10 |
Fri 02 May 2025
14 | The Power of Pictures – How Photos Can Win You More Clients
Are you missing out on clients just because your photos aren’t doing the heavy lifting?
In this episode of The Handyman System Podcast, we’re breaking down one of the easiest but most powerful ways …
00:07:17 |
Fri 18 Apr 2025
13 | Your Website Says About You Before You Even Meet a Client | The Handyman System Podcast
Your website is working 24/7—but is it working for you or against you?
In this episode, Becca Ellison (CEO of The Handyman System) reveals how your website creates a first impression long before a cl…
00:16:02 |
Mon 14 Apr 2025
12 | From Surviving to Thriving: 8 Reasons Trades Businesses Rise—or Fall
In today's episode, Caleb Ingraham, co-owner of North Seattle Handyman, shares his insights on the challenges and rewards of starting and running a trades business. Caleb discusses the importance of …
00:11:29 |
Fri 04 Apr 2025
11| Reviews Make or Break You: How to Get (and Use) Stellar Feedback for Your Home Service Business
11| Reviews Make or Break You: How to Get (and Use) Stellar Feedback for Your Home Service Business
If you’ve been in the home service game for even a minute, you know word of mouth is gold. But in …
00:12:35 |
Fri 28 Mar 2025
10| SEO 101: How to Get Found When Clients Search ‘Handyman Near Me
In this episode we dive into the essentials of local SEO and its importance for handyman businesses. They discuss how to optimize your Google Business profile, the significance of content for context…
00:17:36 |
Fri 21 Mar 2025
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