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Become A Service Provider

This is for people looking to join our marketing Co-Op as a service provider. To apply to have your postcode reserved for your business, tell us the type of work you want us to send to you and agree to the terms of service listed in this application form.

To find out the difference between an “employee” and a “contractor” working under an ABN, CLICK HERE.

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Servicing an aging population of carers and homeowners who need to get basic jobs done around the house.

FAQ

Who does the work?

think of this co-op, but for businesses in the construction industry. We book local contractors from your local community who make the invoice out to you. We just monitor they do what you ask and don’t add on stuff you don’t need.

While Google reviews are great, we measure how happy customers are by the number of referrals our service providers get. We know locals don’t refer family and friend if they are not happy, no matter what they tell us when we check.

How can I make money from using your system?

In our case, you don’t have to sell anything. If you hear someone complaining about problems around their home in normal conversations, just tell them what we do. Fix problems.

Word-of-mouth advertising is still the best way to grow a business, so is worth money to us as it saves our marketing bill each month.

All your referral have to is say your name when the book and week give you 10% of the job (ex GST) to as credit for your own jobs or you can cash it out if unexpected high bills come in.

I can't afford it, can I get work done for free?

The simple answer is no, but you can earn credit by referring us to your mates (see above) that you know can afford our cost effective basic services.

One thing we have learnt in over 30+ years in business is you don’t support your mates in business by asking them to do it for free, We also know there are mates out there that would sell you stuff you don’t really need.

We don’t do that, and keep it to basic 1 off services without the promise of ongoing work.

Think of it like the reward card at your local coffee shop. Send people to us and we give you 10% back of what they pay us (even if you book much lower priced stuff).

If new customers do repeat booking with us, You can get a 5% residual referral fee each time they book over the next 6 months. Even if they don’t mention you next time, as an incentive to encourage you to keep spreading the word about what we do.

Do your referral payments add to the costs?

No. Contractors, and customers, or even just friend and family can also make money by referring customers to us.

We don’t just ask you to give us a google review, the referral fee comes from the booking fee as you save us marketing cost, which we pass onto you or the customers if you like.

If you want a better price, you could put your job up on sites Air Tasker, but they also charge similar booking fees, so it doesn’t change our market set rates.

It simply saves us spending money on marketing, but instead of putting it into our own pockets, we give it back to the local community that supports us.

What is a "Marketing Co-Op"?

Basically a bunch of mates in the same area who don’t belong to a franchise group who does the marketing for them.

For the academics (and business consultants) out there, it’s a referral network on the value chain level of marketing with the objective to tap the full potential of a market by bundling specific local area resources from non-competing businesses.

Do you do emergency repairs?

No, that is what drives the prices up.

We provide basic services that services providers can do in their spare time between jobs.

If you shop at Aldi, you may understand what we do and where we are placed in the market for low income earners. If not, if something breakdown there is usually a reason that requires more option so it doesn’t happen again, so for your safety we send it to expert trusted tradies.

What if we want more stuff done?
We want repeat business, of course, but don’t do this as a way to get cheaper prices for the work.

We have a no upsell policy in place with all of our contractors that are allocated the jobs, and contractor don’t use the co-op just as a way to get new customers for their main business. For them, it is more of a side gig to help out the local community.

You can ask the service provider to it for you, but they check with us if there is someone allocated to that postcode that already does it. There is no competition or haggling for work, which can be a form of Elder abuse that the Government says we have to prevent if we want to help older customers

Our providers only do the jobs they love, and if they don’t love a job, one of their mates in our co-op will.

The service provider stills gets the referral fee if you take the job with someone else. Or, they may give you a discount if we give the job to them (out of their referral fee).

But if you do want the smoked herring paste, not available at Aldi, tell us when we confirm that the job has been done to your satisfaction (required before we pay them)

We can get trusted professionals to quote for the job, and they may add it to their service offers in your postcode if there is a need in your community.

As customers, you can also earn income from the referral fees once you are in our system (after your first paid job).

Do the service providers need insurance?

We are a booking service, but also our service providers invoice under their own ABN, and have public liability insurance for that already.

For most of the jobs, it is not a major expense, so not likely to add to the price of the service. But just like buying the tools to do the job, it’s a normal business expense.

This is why some tasks may need to be done by qualified and experienced professionals, who have the relevant insurance, but they usually have to charge more to cover those costs. It may not be available in your area, but may come under the “more stuff” FAQ above.

What if I have other questions?

Sure, pick up your phone and give us a call? We hope you remember how to do that?

Phone: 0494 021 506

Or email us at: info@homeandgardenrepairs.com.au

WHAT WE DO

OUR EXPERTISE

With years of experience, Local Home and Garden Services specializes in maintaining homes and gardens through simple landscaping, gardening, and home improvement solutions. Our skilled network combines creativity, sustainability, and precision to deliver affordable results tailored to each client’s unique vision.

Lawn and Garden

  • Mowing and Whipper Snipper
  • Hedge trimming
  • Tree trimming (under 3m)
  • Garden weeding and rubbish removal
  • Irrigation system installation

Cleaning Services

  • Regular house cleaning
  • Deep cleaning (rental inspection)
  • Carpet Cleaning
  • Window cleaning

Other carer services

Provided by referral partners

  • Pickup and delivery of large items purchased from cheap online marketplaces
  • Lifts to and from appointments and to the shops
  • Ordering groceries and other items online to get the best price
  • An offsider to help you complete your handyman tasks to reduce the risk of injury
  • Connection with qualified and experienced trusted professionals to advise you on the most cost-effective solutions for low-income earners
  • Pet minding, dog walking

Handyman tasks

As a rule, if you can buy things from the DIY sections of a hardware store (not the ‘trade’ section at Bunnings) and could get family and friends to install them, it would be considered a handyman task.

*Some tasks may need to be done by qualified and experienced professionals. Click on the sections below to see examples

Minor Carpentry
  1. Repairing or installing shelves*
  2. Fixing squeaky doors
  3. Installing moulding or trim
  4. Repairing or replacing cabinet doors
  5. Building custom storage solutions*
Furniture Assembly
  1. Assembling flat-pack furniture
  2. Installing or adjusting furniture hardware
  3. Repairing wobbly or broken furniture
  4. Mounting shelves and wall units
  5. Disassembling furniture for moving
Plumbing Repairs
  1. Fixing leaky taps
  2. Repairing or replacing toilet components*
  3. Fixing minor pipe leaks
  4. Installing new fixtures (taps, showerheads)
  5. Unclogging drains and pipes
Door and Window Repairs
  1. Repairing or adjusting sliding doors and windows*
  2. Replacing weather-stripping
  3. Fixing sticking doors or windows
  4. Installing new door locks or handles*
  5. Repairing or replacing window screens
Deck and Patio Repairs
  1. Repairing or replacing deck boards*
  2. Staining or sealing wooden decks
  3. Fixing loose or broken patio stones
  4. Repairing or replacing outdoor stairs*
  5. Power washing and cleaning outdoor surfaces*
General Home Maintenance
  1. Checking and replacing weatherstripping*
  2. Inspecting and maintaining the HVAC system*
  3. Sealing gaps and cracks in walls and windows
  4. Lubricating hinges and moving parts
  5. Replacing caulking around sinks and bathtubs
Painting and Touch-ups
  1. Interior and exterior painting
  2. Patching and repainting walls
  3. Touching up paint on doors and frames
  4. Painting fences and decks
  5. Staining or varnishing wood surfaces

Our Services Areas

See below for the postcode we have available where we have customers asking for your help around their home.

Lawn Mowing and Gardening

Lawn Mowing and Gardening

Postcodes on Brisbane Southside and Logan council areas

Cleaning Services

Cleaning Services

Postcodes on Brisbane Southside and Logan council areas

Handyman repairs

Handyman repairs

Postcodes on Brisbane Southside and Logan council areas

Other carer assistance

Other carer assistance

Postcodes on Brisbane Southside and Logan council areas

Why Choose Us

Collaboration

Helping small businesses in our community not only flourish but also achieve lasting success through dedicated support and resources tailored to their unique needs.

Development

Comprehensive training in specialized marketing strategies and operational excellence tailored specifically for the home and garden repair industry to ensure that our clients achieve sustainable growth and exceptional service delivery.

Marketing

With over thirty years of practical experience in launching new ventures and managing small businesses, we deliver extensive knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake.

Qualified

Experts with dual qualifications in education and workplace training provide a distinctive combination of knowledge aimed at empowering individuals and refining skills across a range of areas.

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Brett O'Connor

Brett O'Connor

Co Founder - Operations Director

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About Us

With over 45 years of combined experience in Home and Garden Repairs, Brett O’Connor and Daniel Brimblecombe lead , creating opportunities for small businesses in this sector. By blending Brett’s extensive hands-on repair skills with Daniel’s expertise in business development, they offer a powerful approach to helping professionals in the industry succeed and grow.

Brett’s journey began at 21, launching his first business with the guidance of industry leaders. That support ignited his passion for helping others in the Home and Garden Repairs space. Partnering with Daniel, who brings deep experience in driving business success, they’ve built a platform dedicated to helping repair professionals survive and thrive.

“Giving back to the small business community has always been my mission, and with today’s technology, it’s easier than ever to help repair professionals scale their businesses.” – Brett O’Connor, Co-founder.

Together, their combined expertise empowers Home and Garden Repair professionals by offering the tools, skills, and strategies needed to excel in a competitive market.

 

Daniel Brimblecombe

Daniel Brimblecombe

Co Founder - Marketing Director