What should I do if I'm overbooked as a handyman?
Direct answer: When overbooked, tighten your service radius, raise your minimum, prioritize repeat clients, and temporarily stop taking low-value work.
Practical steps
- Standardize the routine: Same setup, same teardown, same reset every day.
- Use kits and par levels: Repeat jobs get pre-packed tools/parts and weekly restocks.
- Buffer and confirm: Zone routes, add transitions, and confirm access the day before.
Next step: Pick your #1 repeat job and build a kit + checklist this week.
Category: Operations