Double glazing supply and fit for homeowners
Quote, order and install double glazed windows and doors for homeowners and landlords, working with a trade supplier.
- A$10k-40k
- Full-time
- Out and about
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
You visit homes, measure, quote, order custom double glazed units from a manufacturer or supplier, then install them and handle the paperwork.
Your first three steps
- Check your state's licensing body for the licence or registration needed to contract directly with homeowners for glazing work
- Set up accounts with one or two Australian double glazing manufacturers and compare their lead times and warranties
- Create a simple quote template and website page, then ask friends, neighbours and local renovators for first jobs
Who pays
Homeowners wanting warmer, quieter homes, plus landlords and small property owners.
How it makes money
You charge a job price covering the units, installation and a margin, so larger jobs and repeat referrals bring in the most.
Skills that help
- Measuring and quoting
- Window and door installation
- Customer service and sales
- Organising orders and install dates
Watch out for
- Licensing and home building contract rules vary by state and by job value, so check before quoting
- Public liability insurance, and possibly home warranty insurance for larger domestic jobs, check your state
- Measurement mistakes on custom-made units can be costly, so double check every order
- Deposits and supplier payment timing can strain cash flow
- Check that products meet window energy rating and building code requirements for your area
Deep research report · Australia
Everything you need to start: double glazing supply and fit for homeowners
Researched with live web search for Australia: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a double glazing supply and fit business?
Startup costs are typically around $10,000 to $40,000, depending on your vehicle, tools, samples, insurance and how you set up supplier accounts. Treat this as an estimate and price your own setup before you commit.
What rules should I check before quoting double glazing jobs in Australia?
Check licensing and home building contract rules for your state and job value. Also check public liability insurance, possible home warranty insurance on larger domestic jobs, and that products meet window energy rating and building code requirements locally.
How much can a double glazing supply and fit business make?
Monthly revenue is typically around $8,000 to $35,000, depending on how many jobs you quote and win. Expect at least about 30 hours a week. Deposits and supplier payment timing can affect cash flow, so plan for that.
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