HANDYMAN CONNECTION
Handyman Connection franchises offer small to medium home repair and light remodeling services, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, plastering, and painting, performed by independent contractors or recruited employees without heavy machinery or high elevations. The business model centers on franchisees receiving new residential leads through a centralized internet platform and phone number, charging customers a flat fee per job with a portion paid to service providers, while adhering to system standards for operations, marketing, and quality. The primary target market is residential customers, with limited commercial opportunities subject to franchisor approval.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 2% brand development fund + $150/user/mo technology + $350/mo call center
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 29 out of 30 U.S. franchisees (representing 30 territory outlets) who were in operation for more than 12 months as of December 31, 2024, still operating, and not sold during the 2024 Data Period (from Part I-A: Annual Gross Sales).
* Average gross profit calculated as: average_gross_revenue ($642,439 from Part I-A: Annual Gross Sales for 2024) * Average Gross Margin % (50.36% from Part II: Gross Margin on Service Revenue for 2024). The Part I-A data covers 29 franchisees representing 30 territories, while the Part II data covers 28 franchisees representing 29 territories.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How HANDYMAN CONNECTION Compares
Key Insights
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Improvement
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HANDYMAN CONNECTION Current | $101K – $177K | $70K | 6.0% | 65 |
| BUDGET BLINDS | $101K – $211K | $20K | 3.5% | 1,366 |
| Koala Insulation | $195K – $242K | $50K | 6.5% | 333 |
| CERTA PROPAINTERS | $171K – $321K | $65K | N/A | 303 |
| FCI | $184K – $249K | $55K | 5.0% | 288 |
| That 1 Painter | $113K – $189K | $59K | 6.0% | 265 |
Home Improvement Average 63 franchises | $139K – $246K | $51K | 6.2% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 63 Home Improvement franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+13 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchisees (2015 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
74 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchise ranges from $101,487 to $177,489. This includes a franchise fee of $70,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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