How should a handyman decide the right deposit amount?

Q: How should a handyman decide the right deposit amount?

Direct answer: If deposits don't cover materials and prep time, pricing exposes you to cash risk. Practical steps Cover hard costs: Materials and permits. Cover prep time: Ordering and setup. Reduce no-shows: Commitment before scheduling. Next step: Use the calculator to ensure deposits cover upfront risk.

Question

Accepted Answer

Direct answer: If deposits don't cover materials and prep time, pricing exposes you to cash risk.

Practical steps

Cover hard costs: Materials and permits.
Cover prep time: Ordering and setup.
Reduce no-shows: Commitment before scheduling.

Next step: Use the calculator to ensure deposits cover upfront risk.