📱 Best Platforms
TaskRabbit, Nextdoor, Thumbtack
📖 The Hustle
Install and configure smart home devices — video doorbells, smart thermostats, Wi-Fi cameras, smart locks, and voice assistants. Many people buy these gadgets but get stuck on setup. Charge $50-75 per device. Three device installs per Saturday earns $150-225. You need basic tech comfort, not an electrician's license. Amazon and Best Buy sell millions of these devices, and every one needs someone to set it up.
🚀 First Step
Learn to install the top 5 smart home devices by watching setup videos, then post on Nextdoor offering smart home device installation at a flat per-device price.
🔑 Keys to Success
- Keep the user manuals for the 10 most common devices on your phone — they have wiring diagrams you will need
- Test every device before you leave and show the homeowner how to use the app themselves
- Offer a smart home bundle where you install a doorbell, thermostat, and camera in one visit for a discounted rate
🛠 Tools & Resources: TaskRabbit, Nextdoor, Thumbtack, voltage tester, smartphone