Custom PC builds and parts from home

Gamers, students, creatives, home office workers and small businesses wanting a tailored machine.

A build fee or margin on parts for each machine, plus extra charges for upgrades, setup and data transfer.

• PC building and troubleshooting
• Knowing which parts suit which needs and budgets
• Clear communication with non-technical customers

• Check with your local council whether you need approval to run a home-based business
• Public liability and product insurance, and who handles warranty claims on faulty parts
• Australian Consumer Law guarantees apply to goods you sell, check ACCC guidance
• Upfront parts costs and price changes between quoting and buying
• Keeping customer data safe when transferring files

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your tools, test equipment, initial parts stock and insurance. Upfront parts costs can change between quoting and buying.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on how many builds and upgrades you complete, the parts you sell and your pricing. Revenue is not profit, so allow for parts costs.

Check with your local council whether you need approval for a home-based business. Also check public liability and product insurance, who handles warranty claims on faulty parts, and Australian Consumer Law guarantees via ACCC guidance.