Choose a focused service offer
Decide whether to offer routine domestic cleaning, end-of-lease work or a specialist service, and document what each service includes and excludes. Consider training, equipment, safe handling, travel and the time needed for each job. Do not offer work that requires skills, equipment or approvals you do not have.
Research customers and operating costs
Compare local service availability, customer needs and travel distances using your own research; competitor prices alone do not establish demand or profitability. Estimate supplies, equipment, transport, administration, insurance, labour, tax and time between jobs. Specialist equipment and training can involve substantial costs.
Select a business structure and check obligations
Business structures, registration, tax, GST, employment and licensing requirements depend on circumstances and may change. Check current Australian government and state or territory guidance, and seek qualified accounting or legal advice where needed. Do not rely on a general article to determine your obligations.
Set safe written operating practices
Create a clear quote and service agreement, record access and cancellation terms, protect customer information and establish safe product handling and incident procedures. Obtain insurance advice relevant to the services and locations you actually operate in; coverage and requirements vary.
