Mobile generator sales and repair
Service, repair and supply portable generators at homes, farms and building sites from a ute or van.
- A$8k-30k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A van or ute-based service that services and repairs portable generators on site and supplies units ordered from wholesalers. Standby installs are done with a licensed electrician partner.
Your first three steps
- Get a small engine or generator servicing qualification, or confirm your existing experience, and pick the brands you will service
- Contact wholesalers and distributors about trade accounts for generators and spare parts
- Set up a simple website and Google Business listing, then visit local farms, hire shops and caravan parks to introduce yourself
Who pays
Homeowners, farmers, tradies, caravanners, event suppliers and small businesses.
How it makes money
Call-out and labour charges for servicing and repairs, plus a margin on generators, parts and accessories you supply.
Skills that help
- Small engine repair and servicing
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Customer service and quoting
Watch out for
- Connecting a generator to a home or site switchboard is licensed electrical work, so check your state's licensing body and work with a licensed electrician
- Public liability and product liability insurance, plus insurance for your tools and vehicle
- Fuel storage and carbon monoxide risks, so check safe handling and transport rules in your state
- Warranty terms and authorised dealer requirements for brands you want to service
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile generator repair business?
Startup costs are typically around $8,000 to $30,000, depending on your ute or van, tools and starting stock. These are estimates only. Also allow for public liability and product liability insurance, plus cover for your tools and vehicle.
Do I need a licence to install or repair generators in Australia?
Connecting a generator to a home or site switchboard is licensed electrical work, so check your state's licensing body and work with a licensed electrician. Also check fuel storage and transport rules, and any authorised dealer requirements for brands you service.
How much can a mobile generator service earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many jobs you take and whether you sell units. That is revenue, not profit. You could start with around 15 hours a week.
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