Mobile glass and mirror supply service
Measure up on site and deliver cut glass and mirrors to tradies and homeowners from a ute or van.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A mobile supply service where you measure on site, order cut glass from a wholesaler or processor, and deliver finished panes, mirrors and splashbacks. You carry small stock and sell on the day where you can.
Your first three steps
- Set up trade accounts with a glass wholesaler or processor that offers cut-to-size and quick turnaround
- Price a ute or van with glass racks and straps, and get quotes for suitable insurance
- Visit local builders, property managers and handymen to offer a fast measure-and-deliver service
Who pays
Builders, renovators, handymen and property managers who want quick turnaround, plus homeowners replacing broken panes or fitting mirrors.
How it makes money
Mark up glass bought from wholesalers and add a charge for measuring, delivery and urgent jobs. Repeat trade customers make the work steadier.
Skills that help
- Accurate measuring and quoting
- Safe lifting and transporting of glass
- Driving and route planning
- Building trade relationships
Watch out for
- Public liability insurance and goods in transit cover, plus commercial vehicle insurance
- Glass must be racked and secured properly; check your state's work health and safety rules on transporting and manual handling
- Safety glazing rules for windows, doors and wet areas are set by building standards, so check what is required before you quote and supply
- If you start fitting glass, you may need a glazing or building licence in your state, so check with your state licensing body
- Breakages in transit and wrong measurements can wipe out profit
Deep research report · Australia
Everything you need to start: mobile glass and mirror supply service
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 start a mobile glass supply service?
As an estimate, startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your vehicle and racking, measuring tools, insurance and any small stock you carry.
How much can a mobile glass supplier earn?
Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many builders, renovators and homeowners you supply. Breakages in transit and wrong measurements can reduce what you keep.
What licences and rules should I check for supplying glass?
Check your state's work health and safety rules on transporting glass and manual handling, and the safety glazing requirements in building standards. If you start fitting glass, check whether your state licensing body requires a glazing or building licence.
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