Handyman Connection News

Chris Sikes of Handyman Connection Wilmington Awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association

PHOENIX, AZ // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Feb. 19, 2024 - The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named Chris Sikes, owner and operator of Handyman Connection of Wilmington, NC, as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year.

Sikes was honored at the 64th IFA Annual Convention in Phoenix, Ariz, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

"Franchisees of the Year exemplify what franchising is all about – providing opportunity, serving others, and fulfilling the American Dream," said Matthew Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association. "We are proud to recognize Chris Sikes with the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and I have no doubt his work is changing lives and making a lasting community impact."

The Franchisee of the Year Award recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, e…

Handyman Connection and Axium Inspections Enhance Home Maintenance Solutions with New Partnership

February 02, 2024 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DENVER, CO - Handyman Connection is launching a partnership with Axium Inspections. The collaboration will provide standardized inspectors and safer homes for the 5 locally-owned franchises servicing this partnership in the Colorado Market.

Axium Inspections perform services all over Colorado, including Fort Collins, Denver & Colorado Springs. They offer certified mold inspections and testing, new home build inspections, and buyer home inspections; a mission that aligns with Handyman Connection’s commitment to creating safe homes and superior customer service.

“Our inspectors get asked for contractor and home service provider referrals daily,” said Neil Chini, Vice President of Operations at Axium Inspections. “We will not recommend just anyone. We care about our client and agent relationships and will only recommend our Premier Partners.”

Handyman Connection ser…

Handyman Connection | Experienced Businessman Expands into Pennsylvania

Locally-Owned Handyman Connection Opens for Business in Coraopolis

September 22, 2023 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, OHIO - Handyman Connection has announced plans to continue the brand’s national expansion by opening its first territory in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. This new Handyman Connection business is owned by Adam Donnelly and will service residents throughout the greater Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

Prior to opening his Handyman Connection franchise, Adam Donnelly had a successful 20-plus career in the title and mortgage industry. Donnelly learned the importance of being able to help others, especially in homeownership. Donnelly developed and honed his craftsman skills and abilities by flipping homes and leading his homeowner’s association.

While looking for a larger purpose for the second half of his life, Donnelly discovered Handyman Connection’s franchising opportunity and was immediately intrigued. Donnelly wanted to leverage th…

Handyman Connection Welcomes New Director of Franchise Development, Adam Schmidt

April 03, 2023 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Blue Ash, Ohio – Experienced entrepreneur and businessman, Adam Schmidt, has been named the new Director of Franchise Development of Handyman Connection, home improvement franchise for professional and reliable handyman services. Schmidt joins the team from River Falls, Wisconsin with extensive experience as a business owner and leader, who has excelled in people-focused positions nationally and internationally.

Schmidt has started several businesses of his own over the years, and thus brings with him a unique perspective on franchising.

“The trickiest part about being an entrepreneur and starting my own concepts was that I had to learn as I went, which made the path a lot less straightforward,” said Schmidt. “Franchising offers a blueprint with processes in place that are proven and have been tested for years. It helps franchise owners be successful, create consistency and estab…

Handyman Connection Expands its Colorado Footprint

January 17, 2023 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, OHIO - Handyman Connection is happy to announce the opening of two new locally owned Colorado locations.

These new Centennial State locations are now open for business in the following markets:

Parker, Colo. - Owned and operated by local owner, Mike German. Brighton, Colo. - Owned and operated by local husband-and-wife duo, Shane and Cynthia Cowan.

Introducing the Handyman Connection concept to his home community for the first time, experienced entrepreneur, Mike German, looks forward to using his new business to further involve himself in the Parker, Colo. chamber of commerce and other local organizations. German was first attracted to the Handyman Connection franchising opportunity due to the brand’s ability to offer a wide variety of home improvement services; whether times are good or bad, and when projects are large or small.

“We are impressed with the warm welcome our …

Handyman Connection Recognized in the 2022 Home Improvement Pro List by Qualified Remodeler

December 29, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, OHIO – Handyman Connection is happy to announce its inclusion in the 2022 Home Improvement Pro List by Qualified Remodeler.

“Being recognized like this by the Qualified Remodeler team is an amazing way to end the year,” said President and CEO of Handyman Connection, Jeff Wall. “We look to ride this momentum and continue our reputation into 2023 and many years ahead.”

Handyman Connection services a variety of home improvement and repair needs from carpentry, flooring, and electrical work to painting, plumbing, and remodeling. Even if Handyman Connection can’t provide a specific service for any reason, the brand’s expansive network of local craftsmen allows them to refer one who can get the job done right. Handyman Connection’s core values of delivering on its commitments, respecting its connections, practicing continuous improvement, and having pride in what they do have allowed the brand to uphol…

Handyman Connection Named 2022 STAR Award Winner by Franchise Update Media

Locally-Owned Home Improvement Franchise Recognized for Achievements in Franchise Sales

December 02, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, OHIO – Handyman Connection is happy to announce that it has been selected as a STAR Award winner by Franchise Update Media. The annual STAR Awards recognize the country’s top franchise sales teams. Winners are evaluated based on franchisee recruitment, online inquiry follow-up, telephone mystery shopping, social media performance, recruitment websites, and franchisee satisfaction. Franchise Update Media’s expert research team evaluates franchise development team responses to determine which brands are the best performers and where improvements are needed.

The STAR Award winners were celebrated at this year’s Leadership and Development Conference, jointly hosted last month in Atlanta by the International Franchising Association and Franchise Update Media.

“This award proudly showcases the strength of our…

Handyman Connection Recognized in Franchise Time’s 2022 Top 500

October 27, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, Ohio - Handyman Connection is announcing its No. 482 ranking in the 2022 Top 500 by Franchise Times. The Franchise Times Top 500 is an exclusive annual ranking of the 500 largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales. The project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort each year that results in the most credible and objective franchise ranking available.

“Our 2022 Franchise Times Top 500 listing proves that our brand is not only making waves within the home-improvement industry, but in the much larger franchise industry as well,” said Jeff Wall. “We extend a giant thank you to the Franchise Times team, for providing its readers this type of insight and to everyone who plays a role in our Handyman Connection family, for making this accomplishment happen.”

The 10 largest franchised brands gained $45.4 billion in sales in 2021, a 14 percent increase over the prio…

Army Veteran Continues Handyman Connection’s North Carolina Expansion

Locally-Owned Home Improvement Franchise Opens for Business in Fayetteville

September 14, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, Ohio - Handyman Connection is announcing plans to continue the brand’s expansion in the Tar Heel State by opening its newest territory in Fayetteville. This new Handyman Connection business is owned by Army veteran John Brock and will service local residents throughout the greater Fayetteville area.

Prior to working in the home improvement industry, John Brock served in the U.S. Army for 11 years, including in Special Forces as an 18C (Special Forces Engineer Sergeant). During that time, he was deployed to several locations, including South America and Africa. After his time in the military, Brock wanted to leverage the experience and field skills he developed throughout his enlistment and decided to become a licensed home inspector, a position he worked for eight years before eventually discovering Handyman Connection’s…

Handyman Connection Named to Qualified Remodeler TOP 500 for 2022

Locally-Owned Home Improvement Franchise Strengthens its Award-Winning Reputation

August 25, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, Ohio - Qualified Remodeler, a leading publication serving remodelers and home improvement companies in the U.S., has ranked Handyman Connection, a home improvement franchise for professional and reliable handyman services, as No. 71 on its 44th annual TOP 500 remodelers of 2022. The brand was also listed as the top performer in the handyman category and ranked as the No. 7 national remodeler based on total remodeling revenue. Since 1978, the QR TOP 500 has tracked the industry’s largest and fastest growing companies. In 2022, the TOP 500 represented over $16 billion in remodeling sales volume and nearly two million jobs.

Handyman Connection was chosen as a 2022 Top 500 remodeler by the Qualified Remodeler editorial staff for meeting a set of criteria including: installed remodeling dollar volume, total years in business,…

Handyman Connection Wins Distinguished Franchise Update Media 2022 Innovation Award

4th Annual Contest Honors the Best of the Best

July 11, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, Ohio - Franchise Update Media conducted its 4th annual Franchise Innovation Awards contest this spring. The goal of the awards is to identify and recognize the franchisors creating and implementing the most original and successful innovative strategies and tactics to build their brand. Handyman Connection was recognized with the Local Marketing Leadership Award.

“We are immensely proud of the entire Handyman Connection team for their work in bringing our brand to local communities throughout the nation,” said President and CEO of Handyman Connection, Jeff Wall. “Being recognized by Franchise Update Media is a testament to everything Handyman Connection has accomplished through our local marketing efforts this past year.”

A jury of judges evaluated the innovation, objectives, and results of more than 100 entrants. F…

Handyman Connection Testimonials

At the end of the day, hands down, Handyman Connection has fostered, built, and introduced new relationships that I otherwise would not have experienced or been a part of. Nate Bruen (Bloomington, MN) Our software really enables us to have 10 different craftsmen in the field there for their 9:00 a.m. appointment. We're able to deliver the service to the customer on time and meet their expectations. Mike Savegnago (Wheaton, IL) There's multiple reasons I chose Handyman Connection. I wanted to have a business that provided me a lifestyle, not a job, a business that provided me time with my family. Chris Nielsen (Spokane, WA) We really believe in sustaining our customer base and treating them well. For instance, we have one customer this year that's used us seven times—she completely trusts us and our craftsmen. Dustin Kreiger (Blue Ash, OH) Having a family or group of people stand behind the brand is very helpful rather than going out on your own. Being involved for the last 17 …