Our Story
TradieAutomate was built because
Australian tradies deserve better.
Too many skilled solar and electrical installers are losing jobs not because of their workmanship — but because compliance paperwork, missed follow-ups, and manual admin are eating their time and their margins.
TradieAutomate exists to fix that. We publish plain-English compliance guides, honest software comparisons, and practical automation playbooks — all built specifically for the Australian trades industry.
The Problem We Saw
CER rules are tightening. AS/NZS standards keep updating. State licensing varies by jurisdiction. And most installers are still navigating this with paper checklists, scattered photos, and gut feel — while also trying to run a profitable business.
Meanwhile, the job management software market is a maze of tools that all claim to be built for tradies. Most aren't — or at least, not for the specific workflows solar and electrical installers actually need.
What We Cover
Five areas where TradieAutomate gives you the edge.
Solar & Battery Compliance
CER requirements, AS/NZS 5033 & 5139, STC documentation, grid connection compliance, and audit preparation — all in plain English.
Read the guide →ServiceM8 Automation
Setup guides, workflow automation, and honest comparisons against simPRO, Tradify, Fergus, and others — so you pick the right tool the first time.
Read the guide →EV Charging & Heat Pumps
Installation standards, commercial EV charging business opportunities, and heat pump hot water compliance — the fastest-growing segment for Aussie electricians.
Read the guide →Licensing & Electrical Standards
State-by-state electrical contractor licensing guides for QLD, WA, VIC, NSW and beyond — so you know exactly what you need to operate legally.
Read the guide →Business Growth
Winning solar quotes, Google review automation, customer retention, pricing strategy, and scaling your trade business without drowning in overhead.
Read the guide →Free Tools
Interactive calculators built for Australian solar and trade businesses — no sign-up required.
Explore tools →Ready to stop the compliance chaos?
Start with our free 2026 Solar Compliance Checklist — the fastest way to audit your position and close the gaps.
Transparency
Some links on TradieAutomate are affiliate links — primarily to ServiceM8, our recommended field service management platform for Australian solar and electrical installers. If you sign up through our link, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This never influences what we recommend — we only endorse tools we believe genuinely help Australian tradies.
All compliance content is based on publicly available Australian standards and Clean Energy Regulator guidelines. It is for information purposes only and does not constitute professional legal or safety advice.