Mobile pump supplier for farms and installers

Farmers, irrigators, hobby farm owners, rural plumbers and electricians who need pumps quickly.

Margin on pumps, spares and accessories, plus repeat orders from regular farm and installer accounts. Some suppliers also pay commission for taking on their brand.

• Knowing pump types, flow and pressure basics
• Building trust with farmers and tradies
• Route planning and stock control

• Supplying pumps is different from installing them, as installation may need a plumbing or electrical licence under your state rules, so check with the licensing body
• Check public liability and product liability insurance, plus vehicle cover for carrying stock
• Stock tied up in pumps can hurt cash flow, so start with a small range
• Warranty claims on faulty pumps can be costly, so be clear on who handles them

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on the range of pumps and spares you stock and how you set up your vehicle. Starting with a small range can help limit the cash tied up in stock.

Supplying pumps is different from installing them. Installation may need a plumbing or electrical licence under your state rules, so check with the licensing body. Also check public liability, product liability and vehicle cover for carrying stock.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your region, the range you carry and how many farms and installers you serve. Plan on at least around 15 hours a week.