Cabling Subcontractor for New Builds and Fit-Outs

Property developers, main contractors, electrical contractors and fit-out companies.

Priced per plot, per floor or per point, or on day rates, usually with staged payments as the build progresses.

• Reading plans and specifications
• Managing a small crew and schedules
• Testing and documenting completed work

• Public liability and employer's liability insurance once you take on staff or labour
• Construction Industry Scheme: check how it applies to you as a subcontractor
• Late payment and long payment terms, so check contract terms and cash flow carefully
• Health and safety on building sites, including risk assessments and method statements
• Check the rules on full fibre and gigabit-ready building requirements for new developments

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £5,000 to £20,000, depending on tools, testing equipment, insurance and transport. Check contract terms and payment timing so you can plan your cash flow.

Monthly revenue is typically around £5,000 to £20,000, depending on the contracts you win, crew size and how steady the work is. These are estimates only, and late payment can affect your cash flow.

Check how the Construction Industry Scheme applies to you, your public liability and employer's liability insurance, and site health and safety, including risk assessments and method statements. Also check the full fibre and gigabit-ready rules for new developments.