Home services business ideas with over $20,000 to invest
43 ideas
These 43 home services ideas suit people who have real capital to put in and want a business with more substance than a one-person side hustle. The higher budget typically goes towards vehicles, tools, stock, a workshop or showroom, insurance and licensing.
Blinds and shutters showroom
Open a small shopfront showing blinds and shutters, with measuring and fitting for local customers.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Licensed alarm, CCTV and access control installer
Design and install wired alarms, CCTV and door access for homes and small businesses, with ongoing service work.
- A$6k-30k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Furniture restoration and reupholstery workshop
Rent a small unit to restore and reupholster furniture for homes, cafes and retailers.
- A$8k-35k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Locksmith shop with emergency call-outs
Run a small shopfront for key cutting and lock sales, and send out a van for urgent jobs.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Carpet and underlay trade warehouse
Hold popular carpet rolls and underlay in a small unit and supply local fitters and shops fast, with cut lengths.
- A$40k-150k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Awning supply and installation
Measure up, supply and fit awnings for homes and small businesses, working from a ute or van and a home office.
- A$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Snow clearing for lodges, car parks and businesses
Plough and clear car parks, driveways and access roads for lodges, shops and body corporates under seasonal contracts.
- A$8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Full home staging with your own furniture stock
Furnish empty properties with hired furniture and décor so they look lived in for sale or lease.
- A$35k-150k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Building site rubble and debris clearing
Clear off-cuts, rubble and demolition waste for builders and renovators on a regular basis.
- A$40k-150k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile bark and mulch delivery
Buy bark and mulch in bulk and deliver it by ute and trailer to gardeners and small landscapers.
- A$5k-25k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Bark and mulch yard
Run a small yard with bulk bays of bark and mulch that trade and public customers can load up or have delivered.
- A$20k-80k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Licensed smart lighting, heating and security installer
Install hardwired smart lighting, climate controls and security systems in new builds and renovations as a licensed tradie.
- A$25k-80k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Full kitchen renovation contractor
Run complete kitchen refits for homeowners, managing the fit-out and bringing in licensed plumbers and electricians.
- A$12k-50k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Cladding installation crew
Fit weatherboard, fibre cement and sheet cladding on new builds, extensions and re-clads with a small crew.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Cladding repair and replacement
Fix damaged, rotten or storm-hit cladding on homes, one job at a time, as a solo tradie.
- A$6k-25k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Shoe repair shop
Resole, restitch and restore shoes and bags from a small shopfront, with key cutting as an optional add-on.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Commercial and strata lawn care
Maintain lawns and grounds for units, strata complexes and small businesses on a contract.
- A$8k-35k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Radiator shop with refurbishment workshop
Run a small shop selling radiators and fittings, and refurbish or supply replacement radiators for locals and tradies.
- A$25k-80k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Pest control for local businesses
Win regular service contracts with cafes, restaurants, strata and small businesses.
- A$6k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Garden and lawn equipment hire shop
Run a small hire yard with mowers, trimmers and bigger garden machines for homeowners and tradies.
- A$25k-100k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Registered home help agency for funded clients
Supply domestic help to people whose home support is funded through aged care or disability programs, with a small team of workers.
- A$5k-25k
- Full-time
- From home
Sunroom and glass room kit installer
Install ready-made sunroom and enclosed patio kits for homeowners, working with suppliers and a small crew.
- A$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Custom sunroom and conservatory builder
Design and build tailored sunrooms and glass extensions, from plans and approvals through to the finished room.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Lamp repair and restoration studio
Run a small workshop or shopfront restoring lamps for antique dealers, shops and households.
- A$8k-35k
- Part-time
- Own premises
About these ideas
Options range from a full kitchen renovation contractor or skylight installation and replacement contractor, to a blinds and shutters showroom or a registered home help agency for funded clients. Before you commit, check which trade licences, registrations or qualifications your state or territory requires, and what insurance your clients and suppliers will expect. Work out how long it takes to recover your outlay, and whether you can win steady work early. Talk to local builders, agents or suppliers first, since many of these businesses grow through referrals and repeat relationships.
More ideas
- Home heating showroom
- Online heater and parts store
- Tool and equipment hire shop
- Wood heater and fireplace showroom
- Patio cover and enclosure installer
- Benchtop supply and installation
- Mobile water damage restoration service
- Subcontract window and door installer
- uPVC window and door supply-and-fit business
- Mobile fire, soot and smoke cleaning crew
- Fire-damaged contents cleaning workshop
- Bulk landscape materials delivery
- Skylight installation and replacement contractor
- Vacuum repair and spare parts shop
- Indoor plant hire and maintenance
- Chimney inspection and repair service
- Small appliance repair shop
- Park and manufactured home letting agent
- Home cinema design and install studio
Questions
What does a $20,000+ budget usually cover in home services?
It often covers a work vehicle, specialised tools or machinery, initial stock, insurance and a deposit on premises. Get quotes for each item, and keep a cash buffer for slow months, as payment from clients can take time.
Do I need a licence to start a home services business in Australia?
Many trades, such as building, glazing or electrical work, may require a licence or registration, and rules differ by state and territory. Check with your state's licensing or fair trading body before quoting for any work.
Should I buy a showroom or workshop, or start mobile?
Mobile setups usually have lower fixed costs, while a showroom or workshop can build credibility and handle larger jobs. Compare lease terms, zoning requirements and likely foot traffic or referral volume before deciding which suits you.