Cement and mortar delivery service
Deliver bagged cement and masonry materials straight to job sites, with no shop and low overheads.
- C$20k-60k
- Part-time
- Out and about
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
A delivery-led supply business. You buy bagged cement, mortar and related materials from a wholesaler or manufacturer, store a small stock or order per job, and deliver to builders and homeowners in your area.
Your first three steps
- Ask a wholesaler or manufacturer about trade accounts, pricing and whether they offer order-based or drop-ship supply
- Work out your vehicle, such as a used pickup with a trailer or a used cube van, budget for its purchase or lease, and check weight limits and licence class needs with your provincial transport authority
- Contact small builders and landscapers in your area with a simple price and delivery list, and take a first few orders
Who pays
Small contractors, landscapers and homeowners who need materials on site and don't want to make trips to a supplier.
How it makes money
You earn a margin on the materials plus a delivery charge per drop. Contractors who order regularly give you repeat income.
Skills that help
- Driving and route planning
- Organising orders and deliveries
- Customer service
- Safe lifting and load securing
Watch out for
- Vehicle weight limits, licence class and commercial vehicle registration rules differ by province, so check with your provincial transport authority before you start trading
- Commercial auto insurance, general liability and cargo cover
- Bagged cement is heavy, so plan for lifting aids and strain on your back
- Cement dust and wet cement can burn skin and irritate lungs, so check safety data sheets and protective gear
- Check your municipality's business licence rules, including any home-based business rules and restrictions on storing materials at home
- Winter slowdowns and weather can affect both demand and deliveries
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a cement delivery business in Canada?
Startup costs are typically estimated at around $20,000 to $60,000, depending on your vehicle, how much stock you hold and your insurance. Treat this as a rough range and get your own quotes before committing.
How much can a cement and mortar delivery service earn?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on your area, number of customers and delivery volume. That is revenue, not profit, and winter slowdowns and weather can affect both demand and deliveries.
What rules apply to delivering cement and masonry materials?
Check vehicle weight limits, licence class and commercial vehicle registration with your provincial transport authority. Also check commercial auto, general liability and cargo insurance, plus your municipality's business licence rules and limits on storing materials at home.
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