Handyman jobs in Washington
HandyMan is opening in Washington. Clients post what they need, you quote for the ones you want, and the pros who are on the platform early get first pick of the requests that come in.
Free to join. You set your own rate.
The work in Washington
Washington is rowhouses, condo buildings and a population that turns over with jobs and terms of office. That means a steady stream of move-in and move-out work, buildings with front desks and rules about contractors, and historic districts where what you may change on the outside is not up to the owner.
- Move-in and move-out repairs around frequent tenancy changes
- Rowhouse work: plaster, trim, doors, stairs
- Condo repairs that fit building access rules
- Fixture and lighting replacement
- Assembly and mounting in furnished rentals
How it works
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Create your profile
Your trades, your area, the rate you start from, and the hours you work.
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Quote on requests near you
Requests are matched by distance and trade. You choose which ones to answer.
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Do the job, get paid
The client pays through the platform; the money reaches your payout account when the work is done.
Before you take work in the US
HandyMan does not issue licences or permits, and nothing here is legal advice — the rules in the US are yours to meet. This is what pros usually have to sort out first.
- Licensing is set by the state, and often by the city on top of that. Some states license handyman work above a dollar threshold; others license only the specific trades.
- Plumbing, electrical and HVAC are licensed trades nearly everywhere. Check your state board before you accept that work, not after.
- Carry liability insurance, and workers compensation if you bring anyone with you. Clients and building managers ask for certificates.
- You are an independent contractor on this platform: you set your rates, you handle your own taxes, and you receive a 1099 where the thresholds apply.
Questions pros ask
Do buildings here ask for paperwork?
Many condo buildings want proof of insurance before a contractor is allowed up, and some restrict working hours. Ask the client to check with the front desk when booking.
What licensing applies in DC?
The District licenses contractors and the trades separately, and permits are required for a range of work. Check with the Department of Buildings before anything structural.
Is historic district work different?
Exterior changes in a historic district can need review, which is the owner's process rather than yours — but knowing it exists saves an argument.
How is payment handled?
Held by the platform while the work is done, released when it is finished.
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