Seasonal porch-pumpkin decorating and delivery service
Sell pre-designed pumpkin packages to homeowners, then source, deliver, arrange, and optionally retrieve the pumpkins after the fall season. The business combines product packages, local delivery routes, optional design, and upfront payment.
physical BOTH Service / Consulting / Agency
From Chris Koerner on The Koerner Office Podcast — The Most Profitable Fall Side Hustle (Start With $0) at 00:40
Problem: Customers can obtain an attractive, festive porch display without choosing individual pumpkins, sourcing them, transporting them, or arranging the design themselves.
For: Homeowners who want a decorated fall porch, including customers who want the pumpkins delivered for self-assembly and customers who want professional design and setup.
Examples
- Porch Pumpkins designed and displayed 250 homes in the 2020 DFW season, generated nearly $100,000 in sales, and reported a 50% profit margin.
Behind this: 17 build steps · 9 tools and how each is used · how to validate demand · 1 more real example · 10 things the video never answers.
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