If you have acquired sufficient knowledge of plumbing you can open a company and venture into the world of professionalism. By following these simple steps you can become a plumber.
Steps
Step 1. Register your business
If you work alone, you can open a VAT number as a freelancer with your name. If you plan to hire several people, you may want to choose a different name for the company. Ask a consultant to find out the pros and cons of the different options.
Step 2. Prepare a business plan and detailed budget estimate for the first year
Make several copies, you will need them when you apply for mortgages and loans.
Step 3. Apply for the necessary licenses and memberships to start your business
Permits vary from country to country, so ask at local institution offices to find out what is required.
Step 4. Ask for benefits
In addition to your savings and loans for small business owners, check with the chamber of commerce to see if any concessions are available for new businesses in your sector.
Step 5. Choose a venue
You will need a commercial space to buy or rent. Ideally it should have a small office with an adjacent warehouse or shed space to store materials and tools, as well as company vehicles when not in use.
Step 6. Contact an accountant and apply for a line of credit to cover unexpected expenses
Remember to request a checkbook if it is not distributed by the bank.
Step 7. Buy an insurance policy
Mandatory policies will be explained to you by the local trade office. In most cases, you will need public liability insurance and vehicle insurance. If you hire staff, you may be asked for an additional employee policy.
Step 8. Hire your employees
Remember to hire employees as well as plumbers.
- Check all work experience.
- Check the validity of qualifications or professional courses.
- If plumbers in your country must have a personal liability policy, check that it is valid before hiring anyone.
Step 9. Compile a list of necessary tools and materials, multiply them by the number of people you have hired and purchase the necessary
Remember to include office supplies and company vehicles.
Step 10. Massively advertise the opening for the two weeks prior to the start of the business
- Place advertisements in local newspapers and websites. Consider including a coupon to entice customers.
- Park your vehicles in a prominent location by pinning inauguration banners on them.
- Provide press releases to local media.
- Delivery of advertising material to real estate agencies in the area. Offer a discount to the clients of the agencies that come to you.
