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Industry spotlight: Home services

Nick Hall

Australia’s booming home services industry is growing at an impressive rate, thanks in part to technological innovation and strong consumer demand.

Comprised of businesses that focus on residential home solutions, such as plumbing, flooring, landscaping, moving and storage services, the industry has seen a number of mobile booking integrations and network updates over the past few years.

So which brands are leading the charge in the Aussie home services sector? Inside Franchise Business takes a look at three franchise brands equipping their franchisees with the right tools for success.

My Home Watch

Founded through a desire for peace of mind, My Home Watch provides home-care and pet watching services, an Australian-first incarnation of the booming $700m U.S. and Canadian industry.

Franchisees provide clients with home checks, real estate property services in-home pet-visits, boat watch services, mail collection, garden watering, pool maintenance and cleaning for travellers, home owners, property managers and investment property owners.

The franchise model is backed by low entry fees, full training provided, flexible working hours, large territories with the option to split and sell and a low fixed franchise fee, with the first six months free.

My Home Watch has also partnered with global tech giants, NETGEAR, to provide franchisees with an industry leading technology platform to improve efficiency and market strength.

Lock & Roll

If you’ve got the D-I-Y gene, Lock & Roll provides the structure and support you need to succeed in business.

The specialist window and door repair, maintenance and upgrade service provides commercial and residential property owners with a cost-effective, mobile service across Sydney.

All Lock & Roll franchisees enjoy the freedom of flexible working hours, low on-going fees, extensive support through the company’s technical knowledge assistance and the backing of a proven business model.

If you are a practical, hands-on entrepreneur with a passion for self-starting, a Lock & Roll franchise opportunity may be just what you are looking for.

Gutter-Vac

Innovative Australian brand Gutter-Vac has built an impressive reputation for service and structure across Australia and the world.

Now the largest gutter vacuum cleaning network in the world, Gutter-Vac has over 80 franchises across seven Australian states, in addition to international expansion sites.

The mobile home service franchise provides prospective franchisees with simple, easy-to-use equipment designed to combat the harsh Australian environmental conditions.

Franchisees receive on-going support and training, backed by the business’ proven structures, systems and procedures.

Industry future

As large online providers such as Amazon and Google consider a move into the sector, a greater emphasis on technological and digital innovation is certain to hit the industry.

Home service franchises that provide data driven analytics, online booking systems and real-time support will have the best chance for success.