Is Diggermate Franchise Ownership Right for You? Clint’s Experience

Written by Alisa Canama, Marketing Manager
Reviewed by Tony France, General Manager
Published 18 June 2026 · Last reviewed 11 July 2026

One of the biggest questions people ask before investing in any franchise is simple:

Is franchise ownership actually right for me?

For Clint from Diggermate Melton, that question was at the front of his mind before he joined the network.

Like many people considering a franchise, he wasn’t sure about the franchise model itself. He had machinery experience, had recently purchased a machine, and was interested in building a business, but he wanted to understand exactly what he was getting into before taking the next step.

Today, his advice is straightforward: “I’d take the leap. If that’s the track you want to go down, I’d have a crack at it.”

Clint’s story is a good example of someone coming into Diggermate with ambition, but also doing the due diligence properly. The business gives him a clearer structure through the brand, website infrastructure, localised marketing support, proven systems, training, proven campaign wireframes and a network of other operators. Clint still has to bring the goals, follow-through, customer service and local effort needed to build Melton, but he is doing it with a platform behind him rather than starting from scratch.

Starting With Questions, Not Certainty

Clint first came across Diggermate after buying a new machine.

The opportunity caught his attention, but he didn’t jump in immediately. Instead, he spent time researching the business, looking into the model, and understanding how franchising worked.

His biggest concern wasn’t machinery or customers.

It was the franchise concept itself.

He wanted to understand what support was available, how the relationship worked, and whether the model genuinely offered value compared to doing everything alone.

After doing his due diligence, he became comfortable with the opportunity and decided to move forward.

What Makes Diggermate Franchise Ownership Different?

One of the things that stood out to Clint was the level of support available.

Starting a business can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to figure out marketing, systems, bookings, customer enquiries, and day-to-day operations on your own.

Diggermate provides established systems designed to help owners get up and running faster.

For Clint, the booking system has been one of the standout features.

He describes it as simple, easy to use, and straightforward to learn.

Having proven systems already in place means franchise owners can spend more time focusing on customers and growing the business instead of building everything from scratch.

The Value of the Diggermate Network

Another benefit Clint highlights is the community within the network.

He regularly cross-hires equipment with nearby Diggermate operators and sees genuine value in the relationships between franchisees.

Rather than operating in isolation, owners have access to people who understand the business, face similar challenges, and are willing to help.

For many new business owners, that support can be just as valuable as the systems themselves.

That early momentum has started to show up in Melton too. Within roughly three months of the first recorded Melton booking, the location had a month of more than $9,000 in booking value. It is still an early-stage story, but it supports Clint’s bigger point: when the fit is right, the support is there and the owner is willing to learn, a new local business can start building real traction.

Every Diggermate business is different. Some owners push hard and grow into larger multi-machine or multi-location operations. Others prefer a smaller, more flexible local business. The figures shared here are historical booking value examples, not profit, owner income, forecasts, or guaranteed results.

A Strong Fit for Tradies and Machinery Operators

Clint believes Diggermate is particularly well-suited to people who already have experience in trades or machinery.

Plumbers, electricians, concreters, landscapers, builders, and machinery operators often understand job sites, customer expectations, and the practical side of operating equipment.

That experience can make the transition into machinery hire much more natural.

For people looking to gradually spend less time on the tools and more time building a business, it can also create a different pathway forward.

More Than Just Machines

One thing that stands out in Clint’s story is how much he genuinely enjoys the business.

When asked about Diggermate, he described it as:

“It’s my happy place.”

That enthusiasm comes from working with customers, being involved in the local community, and building something that belongs to him.

Business ownership still requires effort, but many franchisees find the work more rewarding when they’re building an asset and creating opportunities for themselves.