<h2 class = 'uawtitle'>Starting A Business As A Handyman Seattle</h2><br />
<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>by Annabelle Newton</div><br /><br />
<div class='uawarticle'>To begin a handyman Seattle company, a number of steps need to be taken. Missing the steps can set up unnecessary stumbling blocks. Anywhere people live or work, there is potential for a job. It may be a simple repair, replacing the registers in a home or caulking around the tub. Depending on skill level larger can be taken on once trust has been established with smaller jobs.<br />
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The local and state government will have information about what licensing may be necessary. At the very least a business license will be needed and a fictitious name. The fees and forms are often available online. If a disagreement arises and the proper legal documents have not been obtained, in some states, it may mean an automatic loss for the handyman. This could lead to criminal as well as legal consequences. Investment in liability insurance will help guard against this as well.<br />
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When presenting the business then it is important to know what can and cannot be done. A review of labor skills will help determine what these things are. A customer wants someone who presents them with confidence in their own abilities. It inspires trust in that person offering a service and their employees. Impressing them is top priority. A person who dislikes the work is more likely to tell others about the dissatisfaction than if they are happy with the work.<br />
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One of the tools a new company can use is references. A new customer can call someone that has had work done and ask what they thought of the quality of work provided. They may also ask about whether or not the job was left clean or if the person showed up on time. These things are just as important as doing great work.<br />
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A van or truck will do for transportation. A car is unable to hold all the tools and materials that may be necessary on a job. A van or truck can save on delivery costs. The van works well for locking up tools and equipment. They are both good for moving advertisement. The name, company logo, phone number and blanket services need to be written right on the vehicle.<br />
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A cheap way to reach possible customers in a neighborhood is by printing fliers. Place them in noncompetitive businesses and on vehicles in parking lots. Place them on cars where the people may be seeking those services such as at a hardware store. All forms and letterhead need the logo on them for a professional appearance. The internet is another avenue to promote the business.<br />
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To get recommendations from someone outside the circle of family and friends, get in touch with churches and local community groups. Many need work done and are not always able to afford them at regular rates of service. Offer to help with discounted services or with free labor. The work still needs to be done as if they were paying top dollar. They could be the very first set of references.<br />
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There is a good amount of competition as a <A href="http://www.capitolhillhandyman.com">handyman Seattle</A> but top quality work, customer service and professionalism will set the business apart. Offering estimates for free get the company through the door and is often expected now. Confidence, preparation and a fair price can go a long way in getting the customer to say yes.<br />
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