Solo Rendering and Repair Specialist

Homeowners, landlords, small builders and extension contractors who need a rendering sub-contractor.

Fixed quote per job, usually priced per square metre including materials and labour. Repeat work from builders can fill gaps between private jobs.

• Plastering or rendering experience
• Working safely at height
• Measuring and quoting accurately
• Reliable, tidy site practice

• Public liability insurance, and check whether clients or builders require a minimum level of cover
• Safe working at height: check the rules on scaffolding and scaffold towers, and whether you need training for them
• If you sub-contract for builders, check how the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) applies to you with HMRC
• Weather affects work and drying times, so allow for delays in your quotes
• Dust and cement handling: check guidance on protective equipment and cutting dust

Startup costs are typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on your tools, equipment and insurance. Monthly revenue is estimated at around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on the number and size of jobs you take on.

Monthly revenue is typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on how many jobs you take and how large they are. Weather affects work and drying times, so allow for delays in your quotes.

Check public liability insurance and any minimum cover that clients or builders require. Also check the rules on scaffolding and scaffold towers, any training you need, and how the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) applies to you with HMRC if you sub-contract.