Mobile hydraulic hose repair ute

Farmers, earthmoving and construction firms, transport fleets, councils and equipment hire companies.

Call-out fee plus labour, and a markup on hoses and fittings. Regular fleet and contractor accounts bring steady repeat work.

• Mechanical aptitude
• Understanding hydraulic systems and pressure ratings
• Reliable, quick response to breakdowns

• Public liability and product liability insurance, as a failed hose can cause serious injury or damage
• Correct hose selection and pressure ratings, always check manufacturer specs and keep records of what you fit
• Check whether your state requires any licence or registration for your work, and how to dispose of waste oil and old hoses legally
• Working on machinery safely, including isolating stored pressure and working on worksites that need inductions

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $12,000 to $50,000, depending on the ute or van, hose crimper, fittings, tools and insurance you need. Costs vary with how well equipped you want to be at the start.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on your area, customer mix and how often you are called out. This is revenue before costs. Many start at around 20 hours a week.

Things to check: public liability and product liability insurance, correct hose selection and pressure ratings with records of what you fit, any state licence or registration, legal disposal of waste oil and old hoses, and safe work on machinery and sites.