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Small DIY jobs and furniture assembly
Assemble a piece of furniture, put up a shelf, change a handle: small jobs that are in high demand.
How to get started
- List exactly what you can do and what you turn down (electrics, gas).
- Get a basic toolbox.
- Offer your services in your neighbourhood and on platforms for services between individuals.
- Give a price before you start, and take a photo of the result.
Skills needed
- DIY
Tools and equipment needed
- DIY tools
Good tips
- Flat-pack furniture assembly is an easy way to get started.
Watch out for
- Do not touch electrical or gas installations without a qualification.
Rules to know
France
A regular activity is declared as a micro-entreprise; some small jobs can also be paid through the Cesu.
Belgium
Occasional activity: possible under the régime des revenus complémentaires via an approved platform; regular activity: self-employed status.
Rules to know in the guide
Simplified summary: check the official websites before you start.
How much it pays
Indicative amount, varies with region, experience and demand. Before tax and social contributions.
France
Estimate From €12.31 gross per hour
Minimum if the client pays you through the Cesu: at least the Smic. A self-employed person sets their own price.
Indicative example: about €270 gross per month for 5 h per week.
Source: Service-Public.fr: French minimum wage (Smic) from 1 June 2026 · Checked on 24 Oct 2026
Belgium
Estimate not available
No reliable source found yet: we prefer not to give a figure.
Where to find opportunities and information
- autoentrepreneur.urssaf.fr (France)
French micro-business registration. - Cesu (Urssaf) (France)
French household employment scheme. - SPF Finances (Belgium)
Belgian tax administration.