Solo plumbing and hot water service tradie

Home owners, landlords, real estate agents, strata managers and small commercial building owners.

Call-out fee plus hourly rate or fixed quote per job, with repeat income from agents and strata managers who send regular maintenance work.

• Current trade licence in plumbing or gasfitting
• Accurate quoting and job costing
• Clear communication with owners and agents

• Plumbing and gasfitting licences are issued by each state or territory, so check your state's licensing body for the licence class you need
• Public liability insurance, and check whether your state requires warranty or home building insurance for larger jobs
• Compliance certificates and paperwork for completed work vary by state, so check what your regulator requires
• Irregular income and after-hours call-outs, so plan for quiet weeks
• GST registration is required once turnover reaches the threshold

Startup costs are typically around $12,000 to $45,000, depending on your vehicle, tools, insurance and licensing. These are estimates, so get quotes for the equipment and cover you need before committing.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $4,000 to $16,000, depending on job volume, the work you take and your rates. Expect at least about 25 hours a week, with irregular income and after-hours call-outs.

Plumbing and gasfitting licences are issued by each state or territory, so check your licensing body for the class you need. Also check public liability and any warranty insurance, compliance certificate requirements, and GST registration once you reach the threshold.