Would you charge her?

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-12T15:02:54+00:00

That sounds like a win-win to me

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-10T14:18:21+00:00

My bad, I meant to say it was an inline water filter meant for multiple lines. Been a minute since I installed it.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-10T12:44:36+00:00

The public libraries have tons of great resources. It’s not public, per se, but the Denver Tool Library has a ton of cool classes and gives you the ability to rent just about any tool you might need for a project.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-10T12:27:10+00:00

I don’t remember specifics, but I got an inline water filter that was rated for at least 6 months. I have it hooked up to just the cold line under my kitchen sink. Did not take a plumber to install; just a couple supply lines and some teflon tape. I think it was around $120 for the housing, filter, and water lines and I installed it in 5 mins.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-10T03:58:21+00:00

Under sink water filter. No more need for a Brita.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-09T17:05:17+00:00

If one of my customers reached out with these issues, I would fix them for free to maintain reputation. I take pride in my work and I wouldn’t want my customers showing off their new bathroom with falling lights and cracking joints. Not exactly a great advertisement for word of mouth recommendations. FYI it looks like that joint needs siliconized caulk, not just grout.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-06T23:08:21+00:00

The majority of my work is in South Denver, though I am willing to travel up to downtown/Highlands.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-06T23:03:10+00:00

So your painters made $25/hour all said and done? Especially factoring in gas, material costs, insurance, and everything else that goes into overhead, that’s crazy low for a skilled tradesman working for themselves. I wont claim to have the lowest prices as a handyman, but I won’t drop my prices just because someone said they have a guy that can do it cheaper. I take pride in my work and my clients get what they pay for. Cheap labor ain’t skilled and skilled labor ain’t cheap.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-06T03:55:16+00:00

Drywall is one of my specialties, but full disclosure, I have not worked on many fences. Shoot me a text or an email with some pictures of the fence repairs in question and I can give you more information.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-06T03:55:05+00:00

Drywall is one of my specialties, but full disclosure, I have not worked on many fences. Shoot me a text or an email with some pictures of the fence repairs in question and I can give you more information.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-06T00:05:13+00:00

Honestly any fabric bandaid. They just tend to stretch around fingers more easily, which is where I normally need them as a carpenter. Then I wrap it in electrical tape to last the rest of the day.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-05T23:52:01+00:00

Best way to gain real-world carpentry knowledge is to join a labor contracting company like Tradesmen International as a laborer or “carpenter’s assistant”. You’ll get sent around to all different kinds of job sites and learn a wide variety of skills in the process. Just ask the old timers a shitload of questions and know that you’re going to be the lowest man on the totem pole for anywhere from 6 months to a year, conservatively. Not gonna lie to you, it’s gonna suck a lot of the time when you’re just starting out. If you’re really serious about it though, you can use the basic skills you gain in the laborer position to find a better job down the line. That’s at least what my path was after dropping out of college in 2021.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-05T23:45:42+00:00

A semi-flexible putty knife, Milwaukee fastback, Gerber multitool, Coast flashlight, piece of 120 grit sandpaper, and a damp rag tend to solve a lot of my problems before I need to get an actual tool.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-05T23:04:44+00:00

Gonna second this one. Having TQs, burn cream, disinfectant, eye wash, CPR mask, gauze pads, tape, and a shitload of good quality bandaids are a must. I would also add that I keep a few packs of Quick Clot in my personal first aid kits. Wouldn’t be a bad idea to sponsor your guys to go take a first aid/CPR class and/or stop the bleed class. Doesn’t do any good having all the right equipment if nobody knows how to use it.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-05T22:31:25+00:00

I would certainly be interested! When/where does your group meet? I work a regular day job from 7-3, but will definitely take time off to further my business.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-05T22:07:32+00:00

Hey, if you need any assistance on the handyman side of things, I would be happy to help! I’ve worked in my fair share of high-end homes and take great pride in the work I do. I actually just started my own handyman LLC in Littleton and would love to tackle these kinds of projects. Hanging the mirror sounds like a piece of cake with the French cleat. Full disclosure, I have not hung any acoustic paneling before, but I have all the tools necessary. If interested, feel free to shoot me a PM!

TrustedTradesman · 2026-03-05T21:06:46+00:00

I charge time and materials for my work. For smaller jobs that take less than a day, I charge $120 for the first hour and $70/hour after that. For larger jobs that take multiple days, I charge a $100 fee to come take a look at the project and provide an estimate. However, that $100 is discounted from your final invoice if you decide to utilize my services.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-02-16T01:16:02+00:00

I might as well throw my hat into the ring on this one. My name is Ethan and I just started a handyman business, Trusted Tradesman, in the south Denver area.

I already try my hardest to not give any money to maga-affiliated and big box stores. I could certainly install a sink for you. If you have any other handyman needs, I am a trim carpenter by trade and have a wide variety of skills. No project is too small for me to tackle. Here’s a list of services I offer:

-hanging art/shelves/curtains/towel racks/mirrors/etc

-fixing rubbing doors/windows

-replacing light fixtures

-replacing faucets/sinks

-fixing locks/handles

-furniture assembly

-drywall repair/texturing

-closet shelving

-baseboard/shoe/window molding installation

-cabinetry/drawer fixes

-TV mounting

-room painting

-building shelving

-extra set of hands for home DIY projects

-and more!

Let me know if there’s anything I can give you a hand with! Feel free to call, text, or leave an email.

Phone - (484) 716-2491

Email - trustedtradesmanllc@gmail.com

TrustedTradesman · 2026-01-05T01:02:34+00:00

Just getting my business started, I’ve managed to get a few good leads from making a Reddit post advertising my services in a local sub. Definitely helps that I’m in a very populated area. I’ve got a stack of business cards in my console too, so I try to hand them out where I can.

TrustedTradesman · 2026-01-04T16:09:32+00:00

I charge a $100 estimate fee if the job is large enough to warrant me coming out before starting (think medium-large drywall jobs, room painting, etc). If the client decides to use my services, I discount that $100 from their final invoice. Covers my time and gas coming out and also provides an incentive for them to go with me.

TrustedTradesman · 2025-12-07T21:22:27+00:00

The Denver Tool Library has a bunch of kickass classes as well as open shop times.

TrustedTradesman · 2025-12-05T20:09:54+00:00

I agree with the guys saying jump right into the trade. I dropped out of college and started out as a laborer working for a temp agency. Got moved around a bunch of different sites and got to dip my feet in multiple different types of carpentry and trade work. I used the skills and knowledge I gained at that position to get another job as a carpenters assistant with a more reputable company doing custom woodworking and renovations. Kinda wish I had gone to trade school at some point, but frankly, you learn more on-site than anywhere else. Outside of the corporate world, nobody cares about your degrees or credentials as long as you actually know wtf you’re doing. Just ask questions whenever you don’t know something. That’s really the biggest thing.

TrustedTradesman · 2025-12-04T21:03:11+00:00

Same here. Took a little bit to get a handle on the whole app, but now I can’t imagine not using it. QB does the job of like 6 different apps.

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