How a $30 domain turned into a million-dollar trades business by 26
At just 26, Zames Chew runs a thriving trades business in Singapore. His company, Repair.sg, earned S$1.7 million (€1.1 million) in 2024—a far cry from his teenage dream of working at a big tech firm. What began with a S$30 domain purchase at 16 has grown into a family-run enterprise offering repairs, plumbing, and electrical services across the city.
Chew’s journey started in 2017 when he bought the domain name for Repair.sg. With his father’s support and his brother as co-founder, he turned the idea into reality. Both brothers chose to skip university, a decision that drew sharp criticism from relatives and friends.
Repair.sg now stands as a successful small business idea with seven-figure revenue. Chew’s choice to prioritise hands-on work over higher education has paid off. His story highlights how trades can offer both financial success and independence for a new generation.
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