Meet Dwayne Kelly | Handyman

We had the good fortune of connecting with Dwayne Kelly and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dwayne, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I started my handyman business on prayer and faith. I was fired from my job at a country club after 10 years in 2018. I sat down with my wife and we talked and prayed for guidance on what to do next. I could either go to work for someone else and start over or start my own business. We choose the latter! So, DK’s Handyman Services, LLC. was born. Thank God we did because it was one of the best decisions of our lives. Becoming an entrepreneur has given me so much freedom. Being a business owner can be challenging, but I wouldn’t change it for the world. I am thankful every day for that detour because it led me right to my destiny and the purpose that God had for me. I was pushed out of my comfort zone into something greater!

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
Some services I provide but not limited to are preventative maintenance, painting, electrical, plumbing, drywall repair, appliance installation and repair, furniture assembly, and carpentry. What sets me apart from other handyman businesses is that I have a heart for people, I am very detailed oriented, and I go over and beyond what’s expected. It is not just about the money for me. Being able to help my clients means everything.

The road has not always been easy. Some of the struggles I faced when starting my business was finding clients and figuring out what to charge in order to remain competitive. Another struggle that I often face is that my income varies from month to month. There are times that I’m booked months out and then there are times where things slow down quite a bit. Many entrepreneurs refer to these struggles as “Feast and Famine”. It is in the “famine” periods that lessons are learned. The slow periods teach how to save and manage your finances. Also, as an entrepreneur, you have to know your worth and stick to your rates.

From starting my business in 2018, I have learned that clients want someone that’s honest, reasonable, and most importantly someone that knows what they are doing when performing a job. I want the world to know that DK’s Handyman Services LLC comes with absolute trust, guaranteed satisfaction, quality work, and very affordable rates!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would take them to City Winery for great live music. Then we would go to Atlantic Station for a variety of restaurants and shops. Honestly, there’s something fun and exciting you can do everyday in Atlanta!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I would like to dedicate my “Shoutout” to my amazing, beautiful wife, Tracy Kelly. She has been my rock, my inspiration, and the woman who has always been in my corner since the day we met. I love her so much!!

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