Odd Jobs List: 50 Things You Can Hire Someone to Do on Gig It Done

You've been putting off that annoying task for three months. It's not big enough to call a company. It's not hard enough to justify a specialist. But it's definitely too time-consuming, heavy, or frustrating to do yourself. Sound familiar?

Welcome to the world of odd jobs—those random, one-time tasks that fall into the gap between "I'll do it myself" and "I need to hire a professional." The good news? For every task on your list, there's someone nearby who'll do it for $30-100.

Here are 50 odd jobs you can hire someone for on Gig It Done, organized by category, with typical pricing and what's included.

How to Post Your Odd Job on Gig It Done

Getting help with any of these 50 tasks is simple:

Pricing Guide: What to Expect

Odd job pricing varies by location, complexity, and time required. Here are the typical ranges:

Factors That Affect Pricing:

• Time required: Longer jobs cost more
• Skill level: Specialized skills command higher rates
• Physical demand: Heavy lifting costs more than light work
• Equipment needed: Jobs requiring special equipment cost more
• Urgency: Same-day or emergency service may have premium
• Location: Urban areas typically cost more than rural

Tips for Hiring Great Help

Frequently Asked Questions

What odd jobs can I hire someone for on Gig It Done?

You can hire help for 50+ odd jobs including: furniture moving ($50-100), lawn mowing ($35-75), house cleaning ($100-250), handyman repairs ($40-80/hour), snow removal ($50-150), pet care ($20-50/visit), errand running ($25-40/hour), painting ($200-400/room), pressure washing ($150-300), gutter cleaning ($80-150), organizing ($75-300), junk removal ($75-200), tech help ($40-120), and more. Any task that's too small for a company but too time-consuming to do yourself works perfectly.

How much do odd jobs typically cost?

Most odd jobs cost $25-75 per hour for labor, or $40-200 for project-based pricing depending on complexity. Quick tasks under 1 hour cost $30-60. Half-day tasks (2-4 hours) run $80-200. Full-day projects (4-8 hours) cost $200-400. Specialized services like pressure washing ($150-300) or painting ($200-400/room) may have higher project rates. Location, urgency, and skill level also affect pricing.

How quickly can I find someone for an odd job?

On Gig It Done, most task posts receive responses within 1-3 hours from local workers. You can typically schedule someone the same day or next day for most tasks, depending on availability. Emergency services like snow removal often get responses within 30 minutes. More specialized tasks or specific timing requirements may take slightly longer to fill.

Do I need to provide tools and materials?

It depends on the task. Lawn care workers, handymen, and cleaners typically bring their own tools. For tasks like painting, furniture assembly, or installing items, you usually provide the materials (paint, furniture, hardware) while they bring tools. Clarify this in your job post: "I have all materials, need someone with tools" or "Need everything including supplies."

How do I know if someone is reliable?

Check their Gig It Done profile for ratings and reviews from past jobs. Look for consistent positive feedback, completed jobs, and specific comments about reliability, quality, and communication. Start with smaller tasks to test reliability before hiring for bigger projects. Good workers build strong reputations through consistent performance.

Can I hire someone for recurring odd jobs?

Absolutely! Many odd jobs become recurring arrangements—weekly lawn mowing, bi-weekly house cleaning, regular pet care, seasonal yard work, or monthly handyman maintenance. After trying someone once, you can arrange ongoing service directly with them. Many workers offer discounts for recurring work since it provides steady income.

What if I'm not satisfied with the work?

Communicate with the worker first—most issues can be resolved through clear feedback. If work is incomplete or unsatisfactory, discuss corrections before paying. For disputes, you can leave an honest review to inform the community. Since you pay after work completion, you have leverage to ensure quality meets expectations.

Is it safe to hire someone through Gig It Done?

Use common sense precautions: check profiles and reviews, communicate clearly before hiring, have someone else home if possible for first-time workers, keep valuables secure, and start with smaller tasks to build trust. Most workers are legitimate people earning extra income. The community rating system helps identify reliable helpers.

The Bottom Line: Stop Putting Off That Task

You now have a complete list of 50 odd jobs you can hire help for—from the simple (changing high ceiling light bulbs) to the complex (full garage organization). Every single one is:

• ✅ Too small for a company to bother with
• ✅ Too time-consuming for you to prioritize
• ✅ Affordable enough ($30-200) to just get done
• ✅ Available locally from people in your area

The task you've been avoiding for three months? It takes someone else 90 minutes and costs $60. That's it. That's the entire calculation.

Your weekends are for relaxing, not for tasks you've been dreading. Let someone who enjoys this stuff (or at least doesn't mind it) handle it while you do literally anything else.

That's the entire point of odd jobs: turning your "I should really do that" into someone else's "I'll do that for $50."

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