Mobile pump supplier to farms and contractors

Farms, irrigators, civil and building contractors, council maintenance crews and mining or industrial service firms.

Margin on pumps and fittings, plus delivery fees for urgent orders and repeat supply to regular accounts.

• Knowledge of pump types and applications
• Building trade accounts and relationships
• Driving and basic stock control

• Public liability and product liability insurance, plus cover for stock in your vehicle
• Check GST registration once your turnover reaches the threshold
• Australian Consumer Law applies to warranties and faulty goods
• Tied-up cash in stock that sells slowly, so start small
• Do not install or wire pumps unless you hold the right state licence, as electrical and plumbing work is usually licensed

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $8,000 to $35,000, depending on how much stock you carry, the vehicle and storage set-up you need, and your insurance. Starting with a small range helps limit cash tied up in slow-selling stock.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your stock range, the trade accounts you build, and how many farms, contractors and maintenance crews you supply. Revenue is before stock, fuel and other costs.

Check public liability and product liability insurance, plus cover for stock in your vehicle, when to register for GST, and how Australian Consumer Law applies to faulty goods. Do not install or wire pumps unless you hold the right state licence.