Basketball court resurfacing and line marking

Schools, local councils, sporting clubs, body corporates and home owners with a backyard court.

Fixed quote per court, usually based on surface area and repair work, with extras for new lines, logos, fencing touch-ups or multi-sport markings.

• Hands-on surface preparation and painting
• Measuring and accurate line marking
• Quoting and tendering for work
• Working outdoors and planning around weather

• Public liability insurance, and workers compensation once you hire staff (check your state scheme)
• Whether your state requires a contractor or building licence for the work, check with your state licensing body
• Council and school supplier requirements, such as safety inductions, white cards and Working with Children Checks
• Weather delays, as coatings need dry conditions and cure time
• Quote carefully, as hidden surface damage can blow out your costs

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on the vehicle and equipment you buy or hire and the size of jobs you take on. Bigger jobs may involve sub-contracting or hiring gear.

Check whether your state requires a contractor or building licence, using your state licensing body. Also check public liability insurance, workers compensation once you hire staff, and council or school requirements such as safety inductions, white cards and Working with Children Checks.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on job size and how many jobs you win. Weather delays can matter, as coatings need dry conditions and cure time. Quote carefully, as hidden surface damage can blow out costs.