Handyman Easily Makes $1,000 Per Day | Easy Money | What He does | THE HANDYMAN |
Summary
The video follows a handyman through a typical workday, showcasing various tasks including installing a garbage disposal, repairing a fence post, fixing exterior lights, and capping off a sprinkler line for an inspection. It highlights the unpredictable nature of handyman work, the tools used, and the challenges encountered, such as traffic, difficult-to-access areas, and dealing with unclear instructions. The handyman also briefly touches on related business aspects like the importance of quality tools and the potential for future projects in unique locations.
Sections
Morning Routine and First Job
Handyman prepares for a day of jobs, noting travel time and potential traffic.
The handyman films his morning routine, packing tools and lunch, and checking the travel time and traffic conditions for his first job. The first stop is 13 miles away, estimated to take 24 minutes due to some traffic.
Sponsor message: WD-40 Specialist True Multi-Purpose Grease for trailer hitches.
The video is sponsored by WD-40 Company, with the handyman demonstrating the use of WD-40 Specialist True Multi-Purpose Grease on his trailer hitch to reduce noise and wear and tear.
First job: Doorbell repair and initial interaction difficulties.
The handyman arrives at the first job, a non-responsive door, leading to a landlord call. Access is gained, and a repair is made, involving a dog that is confirmed not to bite.
Quick assessment of earnings and next steps.
After the first job, the handyman notes he has earned $125 in 30 minutes and outlines the plan to pick up a garbage disposal for a landlord's rental property.
Garbage Disposal Installation
Work begins on the garbage disposal installation at a rental property.
The handyman arrives at the rental house to install a garbage disposal, hoping it's a direct swap. He notes the unpleasant conditions under the sink, suspecting pests.
Challenges with old plumbing and electrical connections.
The existing plumbing is corroded and difficult to work with. The garbage disposal is hardwired, requiring the installation of a new switched outlet to enable plugging and unplugging.
Successful installation of a new garbage disposal with a GFCI outlet.
The handyman successfully installs the new garbage disposal, including putting in a GFCI outlet due to the pigtail connection. He tests for leaks on both sides, confirming success.
Merchandise Promotion and Next Job
Promotion of branded merchandise: hats and t-shirts.
The handyman promotes his store, The Handyman Store, featuring hats and t-shirts with tool designs. He highlights the durability of the hat and the comfort and quality of the shirts, noting they run a bit small after shrinking.
Second Job: Unclear Instructions and Property Repair
Dealing with ambiguous instructions for the next job.
The handyman heads to his next job with unclear instructions, received in broken English, making it difficult to ascertain the exact task, which might involve electrical, tile, or tree trimming work.
Fence post repair by attaching it to the house wall.
The job involves repairing a fence post by screwing it to the side of the house to allow for latching. The handyman expresses a preference for screws over nails due to long-term durability.
Rigging a tile and bonding it to a wall.
A loose tile needs to be 'rigged up'. The handyman uses adhesive and ram sets to secure the tile to the wall, explaining that freeze-thaw cycles can loosen tiles over time.
Securing loose fence components with screws and glue.
The handyman uses screws to re-secure loose fence pickets and applies 'instant power grab' glue to reattach them. He anticipates that freeze and thaw cycles may eventually compromise the bond.
Completion of fence and tile repairs, advice given.
The fence post is secured, and the tile is glued. The client is advised to leave the tape on the tile for 48 hours.
Third Job: Outdoor Lighting Electrical Work
Investigating and fixing a continuously powered outdoor light.
The handyman is tasked with finding out why outdoor lights remain powered on without a discernible switch. Despite attempts to trip a GFCI outlet, the lights stay on.
Directly connecting outdoor light wiring despite poor conditions.
The handyman connects the light fixture wires to the conduit, noting there is no ground and the conduit is cracked. He advises the client to consider a full redo of the wiring later.
Successfully resolving the persistent outdoor light issue.
The handyman successfully gets the light connected and powered off conventionally. He expresses surprise that others couldn't figure out this seemingly simple electrical problem.
Fourth Job: Sprinkler Line Capping
Preparing for sprinkler line capping for a water meter inspection.
The handyman needs to cap a sprinkler line below grade for a water meter inspection, as the system lacks a backflow preventer. This is done on a hot day (94 degrees).
Legally capping the sprinkler line below ground.
The existing setup using a hose spigot and a digital clock is deemed not legal. The handyman digs down, pulls edging, cuts, and caps the line below grade as required for the inspection.
Documenting the capped sprinkler line for inspection.
Pictures are taken of the capped sprinkler line below grade, satisfying the inspection requirement. The possibility of reconnecting the system after the inspection is mentioned.
Concluding the workday with a significant earning potential.
The handyman finishes his day, reflecting on the sprinkler line job potentially earning $1000 and mentions another upcoming job in a challenging 'protester/rioter occupied zone'.
Future Work and Closing
Anticipating a challenging job in a unique urban area.
The handyman describes an upcoming job in an expensive but occupied area with persistent protesters and residents. He plans to use a different vehicle due to safety concerns.
Preview of a loft conversion job in a historic building.
The video teases a future job in an 1800s former factory, converted into a trendy downtown loft residence in 1999.
Call to action for viewers to subscribe and engage.
The handyman encourages viewers to subscribe and click the bell to avoid missing future videos, especially the upcoming challenging job. He invites questions in the comments.
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