Top 5 Side Hustle Ideas for Tradies in Australia to Earn Extra Income
- Anna Stark
- Jan 1
- 3 min read
The rising cost of living in Australia has many people asking the same question: “How can I earn more money?” For tradies, the answer often lies in starting a side hustle. Whether it’s tackling weekend handyman jobs, offering specialised skills, or providing home maintenance services, side hustles allow tradies to build consistent extra income while staying in control of their schedules.
According to research, more than 40% of Australians now have a side hustle, and that number keeps rising as the gig economy grows.
Here are five practical side hustle ideas for tradies that can help you earn extra without adding unnecessary stress to your day.
Do you have a side hustle already?
Yes, I do! It's going very well
No, but I would like to get to know more
Yes, but I need tips on how to manage it better
No, but with the right help I would like to get started
Five practical side hustle ideas for tradies that can help you earn extra
1. Home Maintenance Services:
Homeowners are constantly looking for reliable tradies to handle maintenance tasks - whether it’s patching walls, fixing leaks, or lawn care. These jobs can be scheduled around your existing work, offering a steady and predictable stream of income.
Example: Monthly inspections or seasonal maintenance for rental properties.
Pro Tip: Use tools like The Maintain App to organise tasks, schedule jobs, and communicate with clients efficiently.
2. Small Repair Jobs for Property Owners:
Many tradies skip small tasks like fixing door hinges, painting touch-ups, or replacing taps. For property owners, however, these jobs are essential—and they’re happy to pay someone skilled to take care of them.
Why It’s Profitable: Small jobs often take less time but add up quickly for extra income.
Where to Find Work: Advertise in local Facebook groups or ask for referrals from friends and family.
3. Weekend Hany(wo)man Service:
If your weekdays are packed, offering weekend handyman services is a great way to earn extra money. Whether it’s assembling furniture, fixing fences, or doing minor landscaping, tradies who work weekends are in high demand.
Time-Saving Tip: Focus on quick jobs that can be completed in one day.
Who Needs This: Busy homeowners or people working during weekdays.
4. Offering Niche Skills Like Carpentry or Electrical Work:
If you have advanced skills like carpentry, tiling, or electrical work, you can charge premium rates for projects like custom-built furniture, lighting upgrades, or feature walls. Niche work sets you apart from other handymen and attracts high-paying clients.
Extra Idea: Offer weekend workshops to teach DIY enthusiasts how to complete small projects.
5. Creating Aftercare Packages for Builders:
Builders often finish projects without offering ongoing maintenance. As a tradie, you can step in and offer aftercare packages that include quarterly inspections, follow-up work, and small repairs.
Example Package: A 6-month post-build maintenance checkup for new homes.
Why It Works: Builders benefit by offering it as a value-added service, and you earn steady, recurring income.
How The Maintain App Simplifies Your Side Hustle
Starting a side hustle doesn’t have to mean more admin stress. The Maintain App (TMA) is designed to help tradies manage jobs, schedules, and clients - all in one place.
Key Benefits for Tradies:
Schedule jobs and set reminders.
Communicate seamlessly with clients.
Track progress and task completion.
Spend less time on admin and more time earning.
With TMA, you can grow your side hustle while staying organized and professional.
Start Your Side Hustle Today
Starting a side hustle is one of the best ways for tradies to boost their income and build financial freedom. Take control of your time, simplify your workflow, and start earning extra income today with any of these side hustle ideas for tradies.
Ready to take the first step?
Download The Maintain App now and manage your side hustle the smart way!
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