How It Works for Handymen
Most handymen are still doing invoices on the laptop at 10pm, or writing them up on a notepad and photographing them on their phone. Both approaches are slow, unprofessional, and mean you're leaving money on the table — research consistently shows same-day invoices get paid significantly faster than end-of-week invoices.
TaskDrop is different. It lives entirely in WhatsApp — the app already on your phone. You type INVOICE or QUOTE, answer six short questions about the job, and receive a professionally branded PDF invoice in under 60 seconds. You can forward it to your customer straight from WhatsApp before you've even started the van.
- Type INVOICE on WhatsAppTaskDrop asks for customer name, address, job description, hours, rate and materials.
- Answer 6 quick questionsTakes about 60 seconds. Works just as fast with your gloves on.
- Get your branded PDFSequential invoice number, your logo, VAT calculated, bank details included.
- Send to your customerForward the PDF from WhatsApp or email it directly. Done before you leave the job.
- Get paid fasterAuto reminders go out at 7, 14 and 21 days if unpaid — Pro plan.
Features Built for Handymen
Multiple Jobs, One Day
Invoice each job separately as you go. Send from the driveway before moving to the next customer.
Flat Rate & Hourly
Invoice by the hour or at a fixed rate. TaskDrop handles both formats with a clean breakdown.
Quote First
Send a quote for larger jobs before you start. Convert to invoice when complete.
Auto Reminders
Automatic payment reminders at 7, 14 and 21 days. No awkward chasing required.
Expense Logging
Log materials, fixings and tools quickly on WhatsApp. Tax records sorted automatically.
MTD Records
Digital income records from day one — quarterly export for your accountant or self-assessment.
Why Handymen Get Paid Slower Than They Should
The main reason handymen don't get paid on time isn't that customers don't want to pay — it's that the invoice arrives late, or doesn't look professional enough to prompt immediate action, or there's no follow-up when the due date passes.
Same-day invoicing is the single biggest change most handymen can make. When you invoice from the driveway while the customer is still thinking about the job, there's no gap for them to forget, lose the invoice, or dispute what was done. Payment is psychologically easier when the work is fresh.
Automatic reminders handle the awkward follow-up. Most tradespeople hate chasing money — it feels confrontational. TaskDrop sends professional, politely worded reminders at 7, 14 and 21 days without you having to do anything. Most late payments resolve on the first reminder.
Handyman Rates Across the UK
Handyman hourly rates range from around £25–£40/hour in northern cities up to £40–£65/hour in London. Many handymen use half-day or full-day rates for larger jobs. TaskDrop handles hourly rates, day rates, and fixed prices — you choose how you want to price each job.
Common handyman jobs on TaskDrop: flat pack assembly, minor plumbing repairs, painting and patching, door and lock repairs, garden fencing, and general odd jobs.
Pricing — From £19/month
TaskDrop's Starter plan is £19/month — that's 30 invoices and quotes per month, branded PDFs, bank transfer invoicing, and customer dashboard access. The Pro plan is £39/month and adds unlimited documents, auto payment reminders, CIS invoices, job reports, HMRC deadline reminders, and annual tax summaries.
Both plans include a 14-day free trial with no card required. If TaskDrop doesn't save you time, you walk away — no charge.
At £19/month, TaskDrop pays for itself on the first invoice it helps you send faster. The average tradesperson spends 15–20 minutes on a manual invoice. TaskDrop takes 60 seconds. Over 30 invoices a month, that's 7–9 hours back.
Frequently Asked Questions
I do multiple small jobs in a day — can I invoice each one separately?
Yes. Type INVOICE on WhatsApp after each job. Each one gets a sequential invoice number and goes out as a separate PDF. Customers get their own invoice for their own job.
Can I send a quote before doing a handyman job?
Yes. Type QUOTE, describe the work, enter the price. Professional quote PDF sent immediately. Convert to invoice when the job is done — details carry over automatically.
Does it work for small value invoices — like a £50 job?
Yes — there's no minimum invoice value. TaskDrop generates the same professional PDF whether the job is £50 or £5,000.
What if I do a mix of jobs — flat pack, odd jobs, minor repairs?
Describe the work in the job description field. You can list everything done in that visit in one description. TaskDrop generates a single invoice for the visit.
How much does it cost?
Starter plan is £19/month (30 documents). Pro plan is £39/month (unlimited, auto reminders, job reports). 14-day free trial — no card needed to start.
Handymen in Your City
TaskDrop has dedicated pages for handymen in cities across the UK — with local context on call-out rates, parking, building regulations and more.
TaskDrop generates professional branded invoices for UK handymen via WhatsApp. Sequential invoice numbers, VAT calculated, PDF emailed to customer. Try it free for 14 days — no card needed.
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