Starting a tradie business in 2025 is easier than you might think.
Note: We’re going to assume you’re already qualified, insured, and have the tools you need to do the job. If not, organize that first and come back to this guide.
Here’s a simple, no-nonsense checklist to get you up and running fast.
1. Register Your Business Name
Before anything else, lock in your business name.
You can check if the name is available here:
👉 https://connectonline.asic.gov.au/RegistrySearch/faces/landing/bn/SearchBnRegisters.jspx
Just change the dropdown to “Check Business Name Availability.”
Once it’s free, register it — job done.
2. Sort Out a Logo
Your logo doesn’t need to be perfect on day one.
Jump into Canva and customise a logo template. Or, if you want a more hands-off option, you can use 99Designs — a professional designer will create a logo for you without you having to lift a finger.
Hot tip: Don’t get stuck trying to make it perfect.
Perfection is the enemy of success.
Get started now, upgrade later.
3. Get a Website (The Easy Way)
Every tradie business needs a website — customers expect it in 2025.
The simplest option? TradeKick.
We build your website for you, handle the domain name, hosting, setup… everything.
You just fill in your details and we take care of the rest.
A clean, fast, professional site = more trust, more calls, more jobs.
4. Start Advertising
Once you’re set up, let people know you’re open for business.
Here are the easiest ways to start:
- Tell friends, family, past clients
- Post on local community pages or boards
- Try Facebook ads — they work extremely well for local trades
(Just make sure to target your local suburbs only)
If you’d prefer someone to handle the advertising, TradeKick can help with that too.