Local solar trade supplier for installers

Solar installers, electricians, builders and some homeowners and small businesses.

You buy in volume from distributors and manufacturers and sell at a margin, with trade accounts, delivery fees and bundled packages for common system sizes.

• Knowledge of solar products and compatibility
• Stock control and supplier negotiation
• Building relationships with tradies

• Check which products are on the Clean Energy Council approved lists, as installers usually need this for eligible systems
• Stock is a big upfront cost and prices can change quickly, so avoid over-buying
• Check public liability, product liability and stock insurance, plus workers compensation once you hire
• Check warranty handling with suppliers and manufacturers, and your obligations under Australian Consumer Law
• Storing batteries and heavy panels may have safety and council requirements, so check locally

Startup costs are typically around $40,000 to $200,000, depending on your unit or warehouse, the range you carry and how much stock you buy upfront. Stock is the big cost and prices can change quickly, so avoid over-buying.

Monthly revenue is typically around $15,000 to $75,000, depending on how many local installers and electricians you supply and your stock range. That is revenue, not profit. Running a trade counter typically takes at least 35 hours a week.

Check which products are on the Clean Energy Council approved lists, as installers usually need this for eligible systems. Also check public liability, product liability and stock insurance, warranty handling with suppliers, Australian Consumer Law, and safety and council requirements for storing batteries and heavy panels.