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Been looking into starting a small handyman side hustle, and wow, teh licensing requirements are a patchwork. Seems like what's considered "handyman" work versus needing a full contractor's license varies wildly by state, and even by city or county sometimes.Makes it really tricky to figure out exactly what I can and can't legally do.
Anyone else run into this? I’m thinking simple repairs like fixing leaky faucets or patching drywall would be okay, but anything electrical or major plumbing definitely seems like contractor territory.The fines for operating without the correct license seem pretty steep, so definitely want to do my homework before offering services.
What resources have you used to research licensing in your area? Are there any good websites or organizations to check with,beyond the state licensing boards? Feeling a bit overwhelmed trying to navigate all the different rules.