How many HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, HANDYMAN CONNECTION has 65 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1993.

Can you get an SBA loan for a HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchises. Historical data shows 31 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchisees, with an average loan amount of $142,655. The historical default rate is 12.9%.

Is HANDYMAN CONNECTION a good franchise to buy?

Whether HANDYMAN CONNECTION is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

HANDYMAN CONNECTION

FDD Year:

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.

Locations

$116K–$239K

Investment

Since 1993

Franchising

ServicesBlue Ash, OHwww.handymanconnection.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$71,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$115,837 – $238,736

Low: $115,837High: $238,736

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$347 – $755

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty + 2% brand development fund + $175/user/mo technology fee + $55/mo texting platform + $100-$500/mo call center (if implemented)

How HANDYMAN CONNECTION Compares

Key Insights

Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Improvement

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
HANDYMAN CONNECTION Current	$116K – $239K	$71K	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 – $247K	$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 (2025)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1CA

2TX

3MI

4CO

5KY

6FL

7IN

8UT

9GA

10KS

11OH

12PA

13TN

14SC

15VA

+14 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchisees (2015 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$142,655

Total Volume

$4.4M

Default Rate

12.9%

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

82 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

N/A

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a HANDYMAN CONNECTION franchise ranges from $115,837 to $238,736. This includes a franchise fee of $71,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.