Ep 185 Greg Schmitt- HugeHandymanSD.com
In this conversation, Greg Schmitt, founder of Huge Handyman, shares insights into his journey of growing his handyman business from its inception during the pandemic to a thriving operation with multiple technicians. He discusses the challenges faced, including financial struggles and the importance of understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) for business success. Greg emphasizes the significance of sales strategies, empowering technicians, and utilizing technology to enhance efficiency. He also outlines his vision for future growth, focusing on training and developing a strong team.
Episode 185 of the The Trades Podcast podcast, hosted by Greg Schmitt, Huge Handyman SD, Jeff Mudd, Danny Torres, The Trades Podcast Production Team, titled "Ep 185 Greg Schmitt- HugeHandymanSD.com" was published on December 4, 2025 and runs 48 minutes.
December 4, 2025 ·48m · The Trades Podcast
Summary
In this conversation, Greg Schmitt, founder of Huge Handyman, shares insights into his journey of growing his handyman business from its inception during the pandemic to a thriving operation with multiple technicians. He discusses the challenges faced, including financial struggles and the importance of understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) for business success. Greg emphasizes the significance of sales strategies, empowering technicians, and utilizing technology to enhance efficiency. He also outlines his vision for future growth, focusing on training and developing a strong team.
Episode Description
In this episode, Jeff and Danny talk with Greg Schmitt about how he built Huge Handyman SD into one of San Diego’s go-to handyman service companies. Greg explains the importance of communication, integrity, and skill when working inside a customer’s home. He also shares how he built a service model that focuses on solving problems quickly and correctly while giving homeowners peace of mind.
You will hear Greg discuss the value of dependable technicians, the impact of treating customers with respect, and the importance of offering a broad skill set that covers everything from repairs to installations. Greg also dives into the realities of running a growing service business and the dedication it takes to keep quality high.
Resources and Mentions
Huge Handyman SD
https://www.HugeHandymanSD.com
The Trades Podcast
https://www.thetradespodcast.com
What You Will Learn
- The mindset behind building a dependable handyman business
- How to earn customer trust through communication and quality
- Why offering a wide range of services boosts business growth
- What it means to lead a team with purpose and high standards
- How to balance business challenges with long-term vision
- The key habits that keep customers loyal and referring
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Huge Handyman
01:46 Navigating Business Challenges and Growth
05:37 Key Performance Indicators and Business Management
11:45 Sales Strategies and Team Dynamics
17:52 Customer Engagement and Marketing Techniques
23:46 Utilizing Technology for Business Efficiency
28:08 Embracing Technology in Construction
36:23 Strategic Growth and Team Development
45:44 Networking and Future Opportunities
About The Trades Podcast
Website
https://www.thetradespodcast.com
Hosted by
Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres
The Trades Podcast features real conversations with business owners, trades leaders, and industry innovators making an impact in the skilled trades community.
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