Water softener servicing and salt rounds

Homeowners whose softener has not been serviced, landlords, small businesses, and installers who want someone to take on service work.

A fixed charge per service visit, parts at a margin, and a delivery charge or margin on bags of salt.

• Practical, handy and methodical
• Learning how different softener makes work
• Friendly and dependable with customers
• Keeping a simple diary and customer list

• Public liability insurance
• Check what plumbing or water regulation requirements apply to any repair work you do
• Salt bags are heavy, so plan deliveries to avoid strain and check your vehicle insurance covers business use
• Some makes need specific parts or training, so be clear about what you can and cannot service
• Servicing income can be slow to build, so check your numbers before leaving other work

Startup costs are typically around £500 to £3,000, depending on tools, parts, salt stock and insurance. Check your vehicle insurance covers business use before you start delivering heavy salt bags.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £300 to £1,500, depending on how many customers you build up and how many hours you put in. Servicing income can be slow to build, so check your numbers first.

Check what plumbing or water regulation requirements apply to any repair work, that you hold public liability insurance, and that you are clear on which makes you can and cannot service, as some need specific parts or training.