Fridge and appliance showroom with delivery
Run a small showroom selling new and discounted fridges, with delivery and old-fridge removal.
- A$15k-70k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small shop or warehouse showroom selling new, ex-display and clearance fridges and fridge-freezers, with a delivery service and optional removal of the old unit.
Your first three steps
- Contact appliance wholesalers and buying groups to compare trade prices, minimum orders and delivery terms
- Look at low-rent units or showroom spaces in your area and check whether the zoning allows retail
- Set up an ABN and a simple website and listing, then talk to local property managers about supplying rentals
Who pays
Households replacing a broken fridge, landlords and property managers, and people moving into new homes.
How it makes money
Margin on each fridge sold, plus delivery, installation and old-fridge removal fees. Repeat business from landlords and agents can add steady sales.
Skills that help
- Retail sales and customer service
- Product knowledge of sizes and energy ratings
- Stock and supplier management
- Basic bookkeeping
Watch out for
- Check council zoning and planning rules for your premises
- Check consumer guarantee and warranty obligations under Australian Consumer Law
- Stock is a big upfront cost, so consider ordering only what you can sell
- Public liability, stock and goods-in-transit insurance
- Workers compensation insurance once you hire staff or delivery helpers
- Check rules for old fridge disposal and refrigerant recovery in your state
Deep research report · Australia
Everything you need to start: fridge and appliance showroom with delivery
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 open a fridge showroom?
Startup costs are typically around $15,000 to $70,000, depending on your premises, how much stock you order and your delivery setup. Stock is a big upfront cost, so consider ordering only what you can sell.
How much can a fridge and appliance showroom earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on your location, range, prices and delivery volume. These are estimates of revenue, not profit, so allow for stock, rent and delivery costs.
What should I check before opening an appliance showroom in Australia?
Check council zoning and planning rules for your premises, and consumer guarantee and warranty obligations under Australian Consumer Law. Also check insurance, workers compensation once you hire helpers, and your state's rules for old fridge disposal and refrigerant recovery.
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