Author: Nick Crosse

  • The Ghosting Game

    Why Homeowners Call Contractors and Never Hear Back (A Handyman’s Take) Hey folks, I’m your local handyman—call me Nick. I’ve got a truck full of tools and a phone that actually rings. Over the years, I’ve cleaned up more than a few messes left by big contractors who took the deposit and vanished. Homeowners vent…

  • Areas We Serve & Typical Jobs

    Cross It Off serves the St. Louis county area. We are located in West County and serve the areas of Chesterfield, Ellisville, Creve Coeur, Town & Country, Ladue, Des Peres, St. Charles, Wildwood, and many more. Jobs that we can help you start, finish, or fix are: Furniture assembly Appliance installation Babyproofing Door, cabinet, and…

  • Why Start a Handyman Business?

    I have been in education nearly all of my career. I’ve enjoyed working with students and helping develop their skillsets through teaching them hands-on skills and techniques. Teaching high school shop class has a unique set of challenges and rewards. Taking an inexperienced youth from knowing very little about tools and how to use them,…