The plumbing activity presents risks. The plumber must take into account the electrical installations, must take precautions in terms of gas, hot water, etc. The profession is therefore regulated, like for example the activity of electrician in self-employed and a certain number of other construction trades. Starting a plumbing business is therefore not open to everyone.
To create a plumbing business, two solutions:
- Hold a plumbing diploma: CAP plumbing, BEP plumbing, etc.
- Have professional experience as a plumber: you have been a plumber as an employee or temporary worker for at least three years.
If you want to set up a heating plumbers emergency company, you must also have a heating specialist qualification. If you do not have a degree in this field, you can create your own plumbing business and add the activity of heating engineer after completing training.
I Choose the Legal Status of My Plumbing Company
To become an independent plumber, several legal statuses are available to you. You can become a self-employed plumber or start a plumbing company.
The status of auto-entrepreneur has certain advantages: simplicity, favorable tax regime, etc. However, this status has its limits. You may therefore prefer the creation of a company. Before making your decision, do not hesitate to compare the status of auto-entrepreneur with that of others. To summarize, here are some things that can help you make your choice:
Opt for auto-entrepreneur status if:
- You do not intend to make a heavy investment.
- You wish to combine your self-employed activity with a salaried activity or with unemployment benefits.
- You plan to do mostly small repairs.
- You don’t want to associate with other plumbers.
- You want great simplicity in your procedures and your accounting.
Opt for the creation of a company if:
- You want to make relatively large initial investments.
- You intend to exercise your self-employed activity primarily and intensively.
- You are considering starting your business together.
- You want to protect your personal assets by separating it from the assets of your business.
- You want to recruit employees or apprentices.
I Am Doing the Installation Preparation Course
Before setting up your plumbing company, you can complete an Installation Preparation Course with the Chamber of Trades and Crafts of your department. This 30-hour training course will teach you the basics of running a business and the obligations to meet in your plumbing business. Since the adoption of the law, this training has become optional. However, if you feel the need and have time, the installation preparation course is highly recommended.
I carry out the formalities for setting up my plumbing business
The steps to start your plumbing business vary depending on the legal status you have chosen. If you opt for the status of a self-employed plumber, the formalities are very light. The steps of the self-employed person declaration are quick and easy to perform.
If you opt for the creation of a company, the procedures are more complex. The drafting of the articles of association and the registration of your company require technical knowledge. Support may be necessary in these steps.
I Start My Activity and Respect The Regulations
Once your plumbing company is created, you can start your activity and perform your first services. Make sure you follow the regulations:
- You must subscribe to professional civil insurance as well as decennial insurance.
- You must respect the obligations of your plumber’s activity: thermal regulations, safety standards, etc.
- You must respect the obligations linked to your legal status: declaration of turnover, accounting, etc.
Creating a plumbing business has a definite advantage: freedom. You are independent and freely decide on the organization of your work and your hourly rate. Note that depending on your situation, you may also benefit from certain business creation aids.
