Handyman Connection franchise
Handyman Connection handles small to mid-size home repairs and light remodeling such as carpentry, plumbing and painting. The franchisee runs the office and sales, and the work is done by a network of independent craftsmen. At the end of 2025 there were 65 Handyman Connection locations in the US, all franchised.
- Cost to open
- $116K–$239K
- Franchise fee
- $71,000
- Royalty
- 6%
- Locations, 2025
- 65+7 in 3 yrs
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Company snapshot
- Franchising since
- 2014
- Franchisor based in
- Blue Ash, Ohio
- Time to open
- 1 to 6 weeks after training
- Agreement length
- 10 years
- Territory
- Protected territory
- Financing
- Introductions to lenders
From Trident Investment Partners Inc’s 2026 filing.
How much a Handyman Connection franchise costs
Opening one Handyman Connection franchise costs an estimated $115,837 to $238,736. That covers the franchise fee and everything else needed to open, through the first months of working capital.
Source: Trident Investment Partners Inc, 2026 filing, page 18
Handyman Connection franchise fee
The franchise fee is $71,000, for a territory of about 100,000 households ($60,000 for additional territories). You pay it when you sign the franchise agreement.
Source: Trident Investment Partners Inc, 2026 filing, page 10
Royalty and ongoing fees
| Royalty | 6% of gross sales, paid monthly, with a minimum royalty from the third year. |
|---|---|
| Brand or marketing fund | 2% of gross sales |
Source: Trident Investment Partners Inc, 2026 filing, page 12
Sales and earnings
Shares figures Handyman Connection publishes sales or earnings figures for its locations: it reports annual gross sales reported by franchisees. The full tables, with notes on which locations are counted, are in its filing.
Source: Trident Investment Partners Inc, 2026 filing, page 52
Locations opened and closed
| Year | Franchised | Company-owned | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 62 (+4) | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | 65 (+3) | 0 | 7 |
| 2025 | 65 (0) | 0 | 10 |
Closed or left counts terminations, non-renewals, locations bought back by the franchisor and locations that stopped operating.
Source: Trident Investment Partners Inc, 2026 filing, page 56
How Handyman Connection compares
Of the 5 handyman franchises on this site, Handyman Connection is the cheapest to open and the smallest by number of locations.
| Measure | Handyman Connection | Typical handyman |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to open, low end | $116K | $133K |
| Royalty | 6% | 6% |
| Closed or left per year | 10.6% | 7.5% |
| Change in franchised locations, 3 yrs | +12.1% | +25.6% |
| Shares earnings figures | Yes | 5 of 5 |
Typical is the median across the 5 brands in handyman franchises.
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Handyman Connection franchise questions
How long does it take to open a Handyman Connection?
1 to 6 weeks after training, according to Handyman Connection's 2026 filing. Finding a site, permits and build-out are what usually stretch it.
Does Handyman Connection help with financing?
Not directly. Handyman Connection points buyers to outside lenders it works with, but the loan is between you and the lender.
Do Handyman Connection franchisees get a protected territory?
Yes. Handyman Connection assigns a protected territory where it won't open or license another location while you meet the agreement's terms.
How long is a Handyman Connection franchise agreement?
The initial term is 10 years. Renewal is usually possible if you're in good standing, often for a fee and a remodel.
Is Handyman Connection growing or shrinking?
Over the last 3 years 27 franchised locations opened and 20 closed or left, a net change of +12.1%. About 10.6% of locations closed or left each year. That is above the 7.5% typical for handyman franchises.
How does Handyman Connection compare with other handyman franchises?
Of the 5 handyman franchises here, Handyman Connection is the cheapest to open (low end $116K against a $133K median) and the smallest by number of locations. Its 6% royalty is in line with the 6% median.
Does Handyman Connection say how much franchisees make?
Yes: it reports annual gross sales reported by franchisees. Your results can differ; the filing explains which locations are counted.
Where is Handyman Connection based?
Trident Investment Partners Inc is based in Blue Ash, Ohio and the brand has sold franchises since 2014.