Navigating Business Classification
A detailed guide to understanding NAICS codes for your services and checking HUBZone eligibility.
A handyman business is diverse, so it doesn't have a single NAICS code. Here are the most relevant options based on your services.
Most common for handyman services including outdoor work like lawn care, tree trimming, and irrigation.
A good option for varied interior/exterior home repair and improvement services that don't fit a single category.
Suitable if you provide a range of janitorial and cleaning services alongside minor repairs.
Use only if the primary focus of your business is janitorial and cleaning services.
Incorrect Codes to Avoid
8139 - Other Miscellaneous Services
This group is generally for non-profit organizations and does not apply to a for-profit handyman business.
5614 - Business Support Services
This code is for businesses providing services like call centers or collection agencies, not handyman services.
