Online air con parts supplier for installers

Small air conditioning installers, HVAC technicians, electricians who fit split systems, and maintenance companies who want fast, easy ordering.

You buy at wholesale and sell at trade price with a margin. Repeat orders from regular installers, account customers and fast local delivery or pick-up build steady sales.

• Knowing air conditioning parts and what installers use
• Organised stock and order handling
• Building trade relationships

• Selling refrigerant gas usually needs specific authorisation, so check with the Australian Refrigeration Council before stocking any
• Public liability and product liability insurance, as faulty parts can cause costly callbacks
• Check with your local council whether you need approval to store stock or run a business from home
• Supplier terms and pricing: some manufacturers limit who can resell their brands
• GST registration once your turnover reaches the threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how much stock you buy, your website and your insurance. Treat this as an estimate and start with a narrow range of parts.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many installers you supply and the parts you stock. This is revenue before stock, shipping and other costs.

Check with the Australian Refrigeration Council before stocking any refrigerant, as selling it usually needs specific authorisation. Also check public liability and product liability insurance, council approval for storing stock at home, supplier resale terms and GST registration.