Spring is one of the busiest times of year for Australia’s home improvement industry. As the weather warms up, homeowners start tackling overdue repairs, refreshing tired interiors, improving outdoor spaces and getting their properties ready for summer.
For tradies, that can mean more opportunities to win work, attract new customers and build a stronger pipeline heading into the end of the year.
But which trades are best positioned to benefit from spring demand?
ServiceSeeking’s 2025 data offers some useful clues. Looking at job volumes, quotes, jobs won, customer ratings and the value of work secured across nine trade categories, we can identify which services generated the strongest results on the platform.
Here are eight trades worth watching this spring, and what their performance could mean for your business.
Important note: This data is from the ServiceSeeking platform and was collected in 2025. Values represent the reported value of jobs won, not total industry revenue or guaranteed earnings. The figures cover the nine categories shown and should not be treated as a complete ranking of every Australian trade.
Key 2025 figures:
Painting takes the top spot for the highest total value of jobs won among the eight categories analysed, with more than $2.1 million in secured work.
Spring is a natural fit for painters. Homeowners often use the season to freshen up interiors, repaint weathered exteriors and improve street appeal before summer entertaining or the holiday season. Milder conditions can also make it more practical to schedule some exterior painting projects, depending on local weather and product requirements.
The data also shows strong quoting activity, with 2,909 quotes across 213 jobs. That suggests homeowners were actively seeking options, although it also points to competition for available work.
How to make the most of spring: Showcase before-and-after photos, clearly outline what's included in your quotes and explain how you prepare surfaces for a lasting finish. Exterior painting, fence painting and interior refreshes can all be useful services to promote as homeowners plan seasonal upgrades.
Key 2025 figures:
Plumbing recorded the second-highest value of jobs won in this group, at more than $774,000. With 292 jobs listed, it also had one of the larger job volumes in the dataset.
Spring can bring opportunities to fix leaking taps, address drainage problems, inspect outdoor plumbing and prepare irrigation systems for warmer weather. Homeowners may also use the season to renovate bathrooms, upgrade fixtures or resolve issues discovered during general maintenance.
A 4.8 average rating is another positive signal. Reliable communication, punctuality and clear explanations can help plumbers build trust, particularly when customers need urgent repairs or are comparing multiple quotes.
How to make the most of spring: Promote seasonal plumbing checks and outdoor plumbing services, respond promptly to enquiries and provide itemised quotes that help customers understand the work involved. For licensed or regulated work, make sure your advertising and services comply with the requirements in your state or territory.
Key 2025 figures:
Electricians recorded 319 jobs and 120 jobs hired, making electrical work one of the stronger categories for job volume and jobs won.
As households prepare for summer, there may be opportunities to install ceiling fans, check outdoor lighting, upgrade electrical fittings and prepare air conditioning systems for increased use. Renovations and outdoor entertaining upgrades can also generate demand for qualified electricians.
The category's 4.8 average rating suggests customers were generally happy with the rated businesses represented in the data.
How to make the most of spring: Build your service offering around practical seasonal needs, such as fan installations, outdoor lighting and electrical upgrades for entertaining areas. Explain the benefits of each service in plain English, and make sure customers know which jobs require a licensed electrician.
Key 2025 figures:
For tradies who want to tap into a high volume of potential work, gardening is a category worth watching.
With 543 jobs, gardening recorded the highest job volume of all eight trades analysed. It also had the highest number of jobs hired, at 203.
That's not surprising given how much attention Australian homeowners pay to their outdoor spaces in spring. Warmer weather encourages lawn care, pruning, planting, garden clean-ups and preparation for outdoor entertaining. Some homeowners may also want help with low-maintenance gardens or landscaping improvements before summer.
Although gardening had a lower total value of jobs won than painting, plumbing and electrical, its higher job volume could appeal to businesses that specialise in repeat services or smaller projects.
How to make the most of spring: Offer clear service packages for lawn maintenance, garden clean-ups, pruning and planting. Consider promoting recurring maintenance work alongside one-off jobs to help create a steadier pipeline beyond the spring rush.
Key 2025 figures:
Tiling generated more than $464,000 in the value of jobs won, with 79 jobs hired from 152 jobs listed.
Spring can be a convenient time for homeowners to get renovation projects underway before the end-of-year holiday period. Bathroom updates, kitchen splashbacks, laundry improvements and outdoor tiled areas may all feature on seasonal renovation lists.
Tiling also illustrates why tradies shouldn't judge an opportunity by job volume alone. While the category had fewer jobs than gardening or plumbing, the value of work won was higher than gardening's in this dataset.
How to make the most of spring: Use photos of completed projects to demonstrate the quality of your workmanship. Be clear about surface preparation, waterproofing coordination where relevant, materials and project timelines. A detailed quote can help customers compare the scope of work rather than focusing on price alone.
Key 2025 figures:
Plastering recorded more than $455,000 in the value of jobs won, supported by 162 jobs and 70 jobs hired.
As homeowners repaint, renovate and repair damage, plasterers can play an important role in getting walls and ceilings ready for the next stage of a project. Spring painting and renovation plans may create opportunities for patching holes, repairing cracks, fixing damaged plaster and preparing surfaces for a fresh finish.
With an average rating of 4.8, plasterers in the dataset also had one of the strongest customer rating averages.
How to make the most of spring: Build relationships with painters, builders and renovation professionals who may need plastering support. For direct customers, explain how proper repairs and preparation contribute to a cleaner, more durable finish.
Key 2025 figures:
Carpentry recorded 82 jobs hired from 151 jobs listed, with a total value of jobs won of $348,180.
Spring can bring opportunities for deck repairs, fence improvements, pergolas, shelving, door repairs and other practical home upgrades. Homeowners preparing for outdoor entertaining may also look at improving the usability and appearance of their outdoor spaces.
Carpentry's 559 quotes were the lowest among the eight categories, but that alone doesn't prove the work was easier to win. The number and value of jobs, the scope of each project and the competition all matter.
How to make the most of spring: Highlight outdoor projects and small home improvements in your portfolio. Break larger jobs into clear stages where appropriate, and communicate material choices, lead times and project costs upfront.
Key 2025 figures:
Handyman services rounded out the list with 375 jobs and 163 jobs hired. That made handyman the second-highest category for jobs hired, behind gardening.
Spring home maintenance often involves a collection of smaller tasks that homeowners have put off during winter. These might include fixing gates, assembling outdoor furniture, repairing doors, patching minor damage and completing general maintenance before guests arrive.
For handymen, the appeal is the variety of work available. A broad service offering can help attract different customers, although it's important to stay within your skills, insurance coverage and any applicable licensing requirements.
How to make the most of spring: Promote a clearly defined list of services and consider offering grouped maintenance jobs where practical. Good scheduling and efficient travel between nearby jobs can help make smaller projects more worthwhile.
Key 2025 figures:
Cleaning ranks ninth by total value of jobs won, at $174,916. However, the category still recorded 172 jobs and 71 jobs hired, showing that cleaning services contributed to the work secured through the platform.
Spring cleaning isn't just about tidying up. As Australians open their windows, spend more time outdoors and prepare their homes for warmer weather, professional cleaners can find opportunities in deep cleaning, carpet cleaning, window cleaning and end-of-lease cleaning.
The category's average rating of 4.1 was the lowest among the nine trades analysed. This doesn't tell us why customers gave those ratings, but it reinforces the importance of consistent service, clear communication and meeting expectations.
How to make the most of spring: Promote seasonal deep-cleaning packages that target often-overlooked areas, such as windows, skirting boards, kitchens and bathrooms. Set clear expectations about what's included, arrive on time and ask satisfied customers for honest reviews.
There isn't one single winner for every measure. Painting led the group in total value of jobs won, gardening had the highest number of jobs and jobs hired, and plumbing and electrical combined substantial job volumes with strong values of work won.
Here's a quick comparison of the eight categories:
| Trade | Jobs | Jobs hired | Value of jobs won |
|---|---|---|---|
| Painting | 213 | 116 | $2,100,295 |
| Plumbing | 292 | 99 | $774,020.40 |
| Electrical | 319 | 120 | $514,582 |
| Tiling | 152 | 79 | $464,264 |
| Plastering | 162 | 70 | $455,509 |
| Carpentry | 151 | 82 | $348,180 |
| Gardening | 543 | 203 | $341,856 |
| Handyman | 375 | 163 | $267,979.90 |
| Cleaner | 149 | 88 | $137,387.50 |
Important note: This data is from the ServiceSeeking platform and was collected in 2025. Values represent the reported value of jobs won, not total industry revenue or guaranteed earnings. The figures cover the nine categories shown and should not be treated as a complete ranking of every Australian trade.
One important distinction: the total value of jobs won is not the same as profit. Materials, labour, subcontractors, travel, insurance and other business costs all affect what you take home. Similarly, job and quote counts alone don't establish market-wide demand or the likelihood that an individual tradie will win work.
Whatever your trade, spring is a good time to review your services, update your portfolio and make it easier for customers to choose you.
Start by identifying the jobs you want more of. Then make sure your profile clearly explains your services, showcases relevant work and features genuine customer reviews. Responding quickly to enquiries and providing detailed, competitive quotes can also help you stand out.
It's worth planning ahead, too. A full calendar isn't necessarily a profitable one, so consider your margins, travel time and capacity before taking on more work.
ServiceSeeking can help tradies connect with customers looking for services across Australia. If you're looking to build your pipeline for spring and beyond, explore the available ServiceSeeking plans to see how the right plan could help you access relevant leads and secure more jobs.
The bottom line: Painting stands out for the value of jobs won, while gardening leads on job volume. Plumbing, electrical, tiling and plastering also show meaningful opportunities in the supplied data. The best trade for your business will depend on your skills, location, pricing and capacity — and how effectively you turn the right enquiries into profitable work.