Sunroom and glass room kit installer

Homeowners who want extra living space without a full extension, plus some small cafes and holiday rentals.

A fixed quote per job covering the kit, your labour and a margin on materials. Some suppliers also pass on leads or pay installer rates.

• Carpentry or general building experience
• Reading plans and measuring accurately
• Quoting and talking to homeowners

• Builder or carpenter licence requirements, which differ by state and territory
• Council approval or a private certifier sign-off for the structure, check what applies to each job
• Home warranty or builder's warranty insurance, which many states require above certain job values, so check yours
• Public liability insurance, plus workers compensation once you hire
• Weather delays and supplier lead times that push back completion dates

Startup costs are typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on your tools, equipment and the supplier you work with. These are estimates only, so get quotes and check supplier terms before you commit.

Check builder or carpenter licence requirements, which differ by state and territory. Also check whether council approval or private certifier sign-off applies to each job, whether home warranty insurance is required above certain job values, and your public liability and workers compensation cover.

Monthly revenue is typically around $6,000 to $30,000, depending on how many installations you complete. The estimate assumes at least about 20 hours a week. Weather delays and supplier lead times can push back completion dates.