text: if i wanted to become a good "handy man" how can i get bonded?  what's a good hourly rate for western oregon? what are some things to keep in mind?  liabilities, health & accident coverage, other??? in oregon, you will have to have a contractor's license. in the source field i put a link where you can get more information.  the website also has information about insurance, etc.  to find out about a rate - check out the second website for your specific county. it will giv eyou an idea of what others are earning.