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Small-engine / equipment repair vs Holiday light installation

Head-to-head comparison for local service business side hustlers.

Factor
Small-engine / equipment repair
Holiday light installation
Earnings
$40-$90/hr
$500-$5k/mo (seasonal)
Time
5-10 hours
10-20 hours
Difficulty
Intermediate
Beginner
Startup cost
Under $100
$500+
Location
in_person
in_person
Skills
trades, repair, tools
ladder, outdoor work

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