10 Tasks You Didn't Know You Could Outsource
When most people think about hiring help, they picture movers, cleaners, and handymen. But the world of outsourceable tasks is far bigger than you might expect.
On platforms like RentAHuman, real people handle all kinds of tasks — many of which would never occur to you to delegate. Here are 10 surprising things you can hire someone to do.
1. Waiting in Line
Whether it is a new product launch, concert tickets, a restaurant that does not take reservations, or a government office that runs on a first-come-first-served basis, someone can hold your spot. Hiring a line-sitter typically costs $20-$40 per hour and saves you from wasting your day in a queue.
2. Holiday Decorating
Hanging Christmas lights, setting up outdoor displays, and decorating a tree can take an entire weekend. Hire someone to turn your home into a winter wonderland (or spring showcase, or Halloween haunt) while you enjoy a cup of coffee. Post a task on RentAHuman and make your neighbors jealous without lifting a finger.
3. Closet and Garage Organization
Professional organizers charge $50-$100 per hour, but you can find skilled organizers on RentAHuman for much less. They will sort, label, donate, and rearrange your space until everything has a place. The transformation is worth every penny.
4. Pet Sitting and Dog Walking
This one is not entirely surprising, but many people do not realize they can hire pet sitters on the same platforms they use for home tasks. Instead of juggling separate apps, post a pet care task and find someone who can handle walks, feeding, and even overnight stays.
5. Grocery Shopping and Meal Prep
Beyond standard grocery delivery, you can hire someone to plan your meals for the week, do the shopping, and even handle the prep work — washing, chopping, portioning, and organizing everything in your fridge. For busy families, this single task can save hours every week.
6. Returns and Errands
That pile of Amazon returns sitting by your door? The dry cleaning you keep forgetting to pick up? The prescription waiting at the pharmacy? Hire a helper to knock out all your errands in one trip. Bundle multiple errands together for maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
7. Event Setup and Teardown
Hosting a birthday party, backyard barbecue, or graduation celebration? Hire someone to handle the setup — tables, chairs, decorations, coolers — and come back afterward to break it all down and clean up. You get to actually enjoy your own event for once.
8. Yard Work You Hate
Pulling weeds, spreading mulch, raking leaves, and cleaning gutters are tasks most homeowners dread. Instead of losing a Saturday to yard work, hire a helper for a few hours. Regular yard maintenance tasks on RentAHuman typically run $30-$60 per hour. Learn more about our services.
9. Furniture Disassembly and Donation Prep
Moving or redecorating? Hire someone to disassemble old furniture, haul it to a donation center, and even take photos for your Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace listings. This is especially helpful for large, heavy pieces you cannot handle alone.
10. Tech Setup and Troubleshooting
Setting up a new smart home system, mounting a TV and running cables, configuring a Wi-Fi mesh network, or migrating data to a new computer — these are all tasks you can outsource to a tech-savvy helper. No more spending three hours on hold with customer support.
The Bottom Line
If a task eats up your time and you would rather not do it, there is a good chance someone else would be happy to do it for you. The key is finding a reliable, affordable platform that connects you with background-checked helpers.
RentAHuman makes it simple. With coverage in all 50 states, an 8% service fee, and Checkr-verified workers, you can delegate almost anything. Post a task today and take back your free time.