Question 1

How do I set up ServiceM8 for my trade business in Australia?

Accepted Answer

LaunchPath configures your entire ServiceM8 account in 48 hours — including job types, quote and invoice templates, supplier pricelists, job checklists, and online payment setup. You don't need any software knowledge. We handle everything and hand over a fully working system. Cost is a flat $699 with no ongoing charges.

Question 2

How much does it cost to set up a trade business in Australia?

Accepted Answer

LaunchPath offers trade business setup from $249 for a professional website to $699 for the complete operations setup including ServiceM8, quotes, invoices, supplier pricelists, and payment systems. All setups are flat-fee — no hourly billing, no ongoing charges. You own all accounts from day one.

Question 3

How long does it take to get a trade business up and running in Australia?

Accepted Answer

With LaunchPath, your trade business is job-ready in 48 hours. We configure your ServiceM8 account, build your professional website, upload your supplier pricelists, and set up quote and invoice templates — all within 48 hours of you confirming your package.

Question 4

Do I need to know how to use ServiceM8 before signing up?

Accepted Answer

No. LaunchPath handles your entire ServiceM8 setup from scratch. We configure it for your specific trade, train you on how to use it, and hand over a finished system. Most clients have never used ServiceM8 before — that's exactly who we're designed for.

Question 5

What trades does LaunchPath work with?

Accepted Answer

LaunchPath works with all Australian trade businesses including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners, landscapers, tilers, renderers, welders, and more. Every setup is customised for your specific trade type and how you operate in the field.

Question 6

Is ServiceM8 the best job management software for Australian tradies?

Accepted Answer

ServiceM8 is one of the most widely used job management platforms for Australian trade businesses. It handles quoting, invoicing, scheduling, and customer management in one mobile app. LaunchPath is a certified ServiceM8 partner and configures it specifically for your trade type, so it works from day one.