Home > Articles > Surprising Tasks Guide

10 Surprising Tasks You Didn't Know You Could Hire Someone to Do

Discover 10 unexpected tasks—from yard work to heavy lifting—you didn't know you could outsource with Kickback. Learn how our platform makes odd jobs, errands, seasonal help, and more fast and affordable.

🤯 Surprising Services

Tired of tackling every chore on your to-do list? Our users love discovering how many surprising tasks they can outsource using the Kickback app. Here are 10 uncommon services you might not have considered—but absolutely can get done through us.

1. Laundry Folding and Clean Up

As small as it may seem, if you're in a rush throughout the day, folding and doing laundry is a service that people pay for. You can get laundry folding and cleanup done on Kickback!

2. Grave Cleaning or Unique Restoration Tasks

Yes, even headstone cleanup is a service people pay for—charging hundreds per restoration. Odd jobs like this often fly under the radar—but with Kickback, specialists can complete truly niche tasks safely and professionally.

💡 Did You Know?

Some of the most unique tasks posted on Kickback include memorial maintenance, vintage furniture restoration, and even pet memorial services. Our platform connects you with specialists who handle these sensitive tasks with care and professionalism.

3. Assistant for Everyday Life Admin

From managing laundry and package returns to filling your car with gas, business owners have described hiring a "second me"—a trusted assistant who handles daily errands and household tasks. Kickback's "odd jobs" category makes it easy to find local help for admin-heavy tasks, giving you peace of mind and freeing up your day.

4. Seasonal Assistance: From Leaf Raking to Snow Removal

Need a hand clearing leaves in fall or shoveling snow in winter? Our platform features a variety of seasonal help, including leaf raking, snow removal, and more. These services help you tackle seasonal clutter or weather-related chores with ease—without the hassle.

5. Heavy Lifting & Moving Support

Whether it's moving heavy furniture, clearing out junk, or loading a trailer, Kickback taskers tackle the heavy lifting for you. Choose from services like moving assistance, hauling, and junk removal—all easily requested via the app.

🚀 Ready to Discover What You Can Outsource?

Join thousands of homeowners who've discovered the convenience of hiring help for unexpected tasks. Post your unique request today!

Post Your Task

6. Yard Work Beyond Mowing: Landscaping & Gardening

Want more than just a tidy lawn? You can hire help for deeper yard tasks like gardening, landscaping, brush removal, and planting. Kickback taskers are ready to help create—and maintain—the yard of your dreams.

7. Event Assistance—Unexpected Setup Help

Planning a backyard party, block gathering, or seasonal event? Let a local tasker handle prep like setting up tables, cleaning up afterward, or even last-minute errands. Browse our event assistance category for fast, flexible support.

8. Odd Indoor Tasks: Painting, Window Washing & More

Need help with small-scale indoor jobs? From painting trim to washing windows, assembling furniture, even cleaning bathrooms—our taskers can handle a surprising range of odd indoor tasks. Explore our "odd jobs near me" category to find exactly what you need.

9. Pressure Washing & Exterior Cleaning

Whether it's your driveway, deck, or siding, pressure washing helps restore surfaces quickly. Kickback connects you with locals skilled in exterior cleaning—including pressure washing, window cleaning, and more.

10. Unusual Help You Can't Define—Just Ask

One of the best features? You set the terms. If your task doesn't neatly fit in any category—like picking up something at a distant store, fetching supplies, or another odd request—you can still post it and have local helpers respond. Our flexible request form makes almost anything possible.

🎯 Pro Tip: Posting Unique Tasks

When posting unusual requests, be specific about what you need, when you need it, and what you're willing to pay. Clear communication helps attract the right taskers for even the most creative jobs.

Why Use Kickback for These Tasks?

Kickback turns the unknown into the doable. From seasonal yard work to the most offbeat tasks you'd never expect to outsource—Kickback's intuitive app lets you post requests in under 30 seconds, get bids from local helpers, then pay securely—all in one place.

With more than 25 categories—including landscaping, moving assistance, odd jobs, and event help—your job (no matter how odd) is just a post away.

Internal Resources to Explore Next

Ready to dive deeper into what Kickback can do for you? Check out these helpful resources:

Conclusion

Ready to stop doing it all—and start doing kickback-worthy? The beauty of Kickback lies in its flexibility. Whether you need help with traditional services like lawn care and cleaning, or unique tasks like memorial maintenance and personal assistance, our platform connects you with local taskers ready to help.

Download the app or post your first request today and discover just how much you can outsource to make your life easier.

What do others say?

"A much needed service"

"I found this app in search of help landscaping my home. Other services like Craigslist were proving clunky and outdated. I got the help I needed the same week with this app. Will continue to use!"

- Jonah W.

"Easy to use and great opportunities"

"Easy signup as a Tasker and I can easily connect and apply to lots of jobs near me. Great app for college students like me looking to make some extra cash."

- Sam S.