MINNEAPOLIS — DIY projects are now larger, but they can also be more time-consuming and expensive.
After Isaac Khamsin bought a house, he found himself busy with repairs. He was told the sewer problem would cost him thousands of dollars, but instead asked a friend for help.
“He helped me fix the problem myself without spending thousands of dollars,” Kamsin said.
He immediately thought about how easy a FaceTime call would be and started thinking about how he could bring the peace he felt to others. A lightbulb went off, so he thought why not develop a product?
With the help of my friend Abe Dix, an app called Abe was born.
An app made for homeowners puts you in touch with professionals who can help with your home project.
“As a homeowner, the question here is whether a professional understands it and can help you over the phone,” Kamsin said.
Khamsin's goal is to connect rural professionals with homeowners around the world.
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Even though it hasn't been made public yet, he's already hired experts including Ryan Myers.
Myers lives in Tennessee and specializes in dryer repair.
With the click of a button, Khamsin could write about his problem and connect with Myers.
Similar to FaceTime, Khamsin showed Myers the manufacturer of the dryer and explained the problem, and from there Myers was able to tell Khamsin the tools he needed to fix the problem.
Myers believes this collaboration is important because it allows professionals to earn additional income while also allowing homeowners to benefit.
“If you want to save money, save time, and learn how to do things yourself, it's definitely worth it,” Myers said.
Professionals set prices, but homeowners can scroll through until they find a price that makes sense.
“Our incentives align because I have someone in my pocket that I trust who is not trying to push me hard,” Khamsin said.
Khamsin wants to bring people together, regardless of distance or project.
“We build apps for those moments when you feel like you know enough, you want to move on, but you're stuck, and a little chat can keep you moving,” he says. Said.
The app will be available on app stores in the coming weeks.