Walk-In tyre repair and fitting workshop
Rent a small unit and fix punctures and fit tyres for local drivers who drop in.
- A$20k-90k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small workshop with a tyre changer, wheel balancer and compressor, repairing punctures and fitting new and second-hand tyres for cars, vans and bicycles on a walk-in basis.
Your first three steps
- Find a small industrial unit in a high-traffic area and check with your local council that tyre work is allowed there
- Get quotes for a tyre changer, balancer and compressor, or look at good second-hand equipment
- Set up supply accounts with tyre wholesalers and put up clear signage and online listings
Who pays
Local motorists, tradies with work utes and vans, cyclists, and nearby mechanics who outsource tyre jobs.
How it makes money
Fixed prices for puncture repairs, fitting and balancing, plus the margin on tyres and valve or wheel accessories you sell.
Skills that help
- Tyre fitting and wheel balancing
- Mechanical know-how
- Customer service and basic stock control
Watch out for
- Public liability, property and stock insurance, plus workers compensation once you hire staff
- Council planning and zoning approval for an automotive workshop, so check before signing a lease
- Rules on storing and disposing of used tyres, oil and waste, which vary by state
- Rent and equipment costs can be high while you build up regular customers
- Following safe repair standards, as faulty fitting is a safety risk
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to open a tyre repair workshop in Australia?
Startup costs are typically around $20,000 to $90,000, depending on your equipment and the unit you rent. Rent and equipment costs can be high while you build up regular customers, so treat these as estimates.
What approvals and rules should I check for a tyre workshop?
Check council planning and zoning approval for an automotive workshop before signing a lease. Check state rules on storing and disposing of used tyres, oil and waste. Also check insurance, including workers compensation once you hire, and safe repair standards.
How much can a walk-in tyre workshop earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $6,000 to $30,000, depending on customer numbers and the mix of repairs and tyre sales. The estimate assumes at least about 35 hours a week, and it is revenue rather than profit.
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