Bricklayer for garden walls and repairs

Homeowners, landlords and letting agents who pay for labour and materials.

Fixed quotes per job or a day rate, plus materials, usually with a small mark-up. Repeat work and recommendations help fill the diary.

• Brickwork and pointing skills
• Quoting jobs accurately
• Customer service and clear communication
• Basic admin and invoicing

• Public liability insurance, and check whether you need cover for work at height
• Building regulations or planning permission may apply to some walls and chimney work, so check with the council
• Listed buildings and conservation areas often have special rules, check before starting
• Party wall matters if working near a neighbour's property, check the rules
• Safe working at height and when handling heavy materials
• Weather delays and quote carefully so unexpected issues do not wipe out your profit

Startup costs are typically around £1,000 to £5,000, depending on your tools, insurance and any vehicle or equipment you need. These are estimates, so get real quotes for insurance and kit before you start.

Check with the council whether building regulations or planning permission apply to some walls and chimney work. Also check rules for listed buildings, conservation areas and party walls, plus public liability cover and safe working at height.

Monthly revenue is typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on the jobs you win and your pricing. Quote carefully so unexpected issues do not wipe out your profit. Expect at least about 15 hours a week.