Filter service contracts for cafes and kitchens

Cafes, restaurants, bakeries, offices and other commercial kitchens that depend on good water for equipment and taste.

Monthly or quarterly service fees plus the cost of cartridges and equipment. A few contracts give predictable repeat work.

• Reliable scheduling and follow-up
• Technical fitting skills
• Talking with business owners about running costs

• Commercial installs often need a licensed plumber, so check state rules
• Public liability and product liability insurance, as leaks can damage equipment and stock
• Missed service visits can hurt a client's trading, so keep a reliable schedule
• Check contract terms carefully, including notice periods and warranty responsibilities
• Workers compensation insurance once you hire staff

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on the equipment and stock you start with. Treat this as a rough guide and price your own setup before committing.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many contracts you hold and what each one includes. These are estimates only, and revenue is not profit once your costs are covered.

Check state rules, as commercial installs often need a licensed plumber. Look into public liability and product liability insurance, since leaks can damage equipment and stock. Review contract terms such as notice periods and warranty responsibilities, and workers compensation insurance once you hire staff.