Mobile spa and hot tub repairer

Home owners with a spa, holiday rental and accommodation operators, gyms and leisure centres, and spa dealers who need a service partner.

Call-out fee plus an hourly labour rate, with parts sold at a margin. Annual service visits and agreements with accommodation businesses add repeat work.

• Fault finding on pumps, heaters and controls
• Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge
• Clear communication with customers
• Organised parts and stock management

• Electrical work on spas usually needs a licensed electrician, so check your state's rules before touching wiring or controls
• Some plumbing and gas heater work may need a licence, check with your state's regulator
• Public liability insurance, and tools and vehicle cover
• Working with water and electricity is a safety risk, so follow safe isolation procedures and use RCD protection
• Parts for some brands can take time to arrive, so manage customer expectations

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $4,000 to $15,000, depending on your vehicle, tools, spare parts stock and insurance. A well-stocked ute or van is part of the setup.

Monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on how many jobs you take on and the area you cover. Parts for some brands can take time to arrive, so manage customer expectations.

Check your state's rules, as electrical work on spas usually needs a licensed electrician and some plumbing or gas heater work may need a licence. Also check public liability, tools and vehicle insurance, and safe isolation and RCD requirements.