Built-in wardrobe and storage supplier

Homeowners renovating or moving in, landlords, and small builders who want a reliable storage supplier.

A fixed price per job that covers materials, a margin on the cabinetry and hardware, plus a charge for design and installation.

• Measuring and basic design drawing
• Carpentry or installation skills
• Quoting and customer service

• Check whether your state or territory requires a builder or carpentry licence for the installation work, and any limit on job value
• Public liability insurance, and check whether you also need home warranty or similar cover for larger jobs
• Measuring mistakes can be costly, so double-check dimensions before ordering
• Check your supplier's warranty terms and what you are responsible for if something fails
• Check council rules if you run the business from home or store stock there

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on your tools, vehicle needs and software. Because a supplier makes the cabinetry, you avoid the cost of a full workshop.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many jobs you win, their size and your pricing. It can start from about 15 hours a week.

Check whether your state or territory requires a builder or carpentry licence for installation work, and any limit on job value. Also check public liability and any home warranty cover for larger jobs, your supplier's warranty terms, and council rules if you store stock at home.