Personal Task & Odd Jobs Service
Complete miscellaneous tasks and odd jobs for busy people
Overview
Task services generate $50,000-$250,000 annually with 60-80% margins.
In 2025, people outsource small tasks they lack time or skills for.
Revenue from hourly rates ($30-$60 per hour), minimum charges ($50-$100), specialized task premiums, membership packages ($150-$500 monthly), and handyman markups.
Services include furniture assembly and moving, minor home repairs, organization and decluttering, tech setup and troubleshooting, pet care and dog walking, and yard work and seasonal tasks.
Successful services offer diverse skill set, respond quickly to requests, provide reliable quality work, build recurring task relationships, and charge premiums for same-day service.
Homeowners and busy professionals as clients.
Marketing through neighborhood apps (Nextdoor, TaskRabbit alternative), professional networks, property management, vacation rental hosts, and referrals.
Required Skills
- Handyman Skills
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Diverse Skills
- Reliability
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Diverse tasks keep work interesting
- Can charge premiums for quick response
- Recurring clients for regular tasks
- Build skills across multiple areas
- Flexible independent work
Cons
- Need broad skill set or subcontractors
- Tools and equipment investment
- Tasks unpredictable and varied
- Liability for work performed
- Competition from gig platforms
How to Get Started
- Assess skills and determine task offerings
- Get tools, equipment, and insurance
- Set pricing and minimum charges
- Market to homeowners and busy people
- Respond quickly to task requests
- Complete tasks reliably and professionally
- Build recurring task client relationships
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