How To Get Started In The Plumbing Business
If you’re thinking about starting a plumbing business, then here’s the good news: statistics globally show that the plumbing industry grows at a faster rate than average. If you consider the number of people living in the number of complexes being built, you start to get a good idea as to why the demand for good plumbers would be on the increase.
This means that starting a small plumbing business could be a great idea for a young entrepreneur — or even someone looking at new opportunities and a change in career.
How To Get Started In The Plumbing Business?
We’ve put together some practical tips on the steps you could take when opening a plumbing business.
How do I start a plumbing business?
Get Certified:
Whether it’s an N1-N3 National Certificate in Plumbing Theory or studying through a trade school, being certified will make you a more viable option to an employer / the clients you’re looking to attract / possibly even an investor(s) too.
Serve as a Plumbing Apprentice:
Before opening a plumbing business, it’s a good idea to complete an apprenticeship.
Your place of study may offer to link you up with an apprenticeship program. This is an integral part of closing the loop on your theoretical training and gives you real-life, on-the-job training so you can hone your skills in a real-world setting.
Choose a Speciality:
While many plumbers offer all services related to plumbing, you might do some market research and find that in the area where you stay, there is a higher demand for a particular kind of plumber; you could serve as a residential plumber that fixes leaky pipes or clogged drains. Or you could perform sewer line inspections, complete large-scale projects for home renovations, or work mainly with commercial clients. It really comes down to your choice, but should be carefully considered based on where your skills and aptitudes lie, compared with industry demand.
Invest in Plumbing Equipment:
Plumbing is fortunately something you don’t need a massive import/export license for in terms of stocking up on your essential tools for a plumber. We’ve compiled a list of tools that every plumber needs. Check that out too.
Starting A Plumbing Business In South Africa
Starting a small plumbing business will have pushed you to do some great training and gain priceless experience. The real bonus to an apprenticeship is also seeing how other people run their businesses. While you may be able to make lists of things you admire about their approach to business, likewise, there may things you notice that make you think you’ll never run your own operation like that. This is why experience in the field is invaluable.
Once you’re ready to get going, you’ll want to pick a name, have a logo and some business stationery designed, and get started on your marketing plan. That may involve word of mouth, a website, social media — or all these things and more!
Remember that we at BUCO are your secret weapon. As huge supporters of small businesses — and growth in this country — we want the best for you and your venture! If you’re facing an issue you’re not sure of, come in and talk to us and let’s see what the best tools for the job are, and get you back to delivering a great service to your customers!
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