Mobile curtain and blind consultant and fitter
Visit homes with fabric samples, measure up, order made-to-measure window coverings and fit them for clients.
- C$800-3.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
A visit-based service where you bring sample books to the client's home, measure windows, advise on styles and fabrics, then order from a workroom or blind supplier and install the finished product.
Your first three steps
- Contact local workrooms and blind suppliers about trade accounts and sample books
- Buy a measuring kit, drill and basic install tools, and make a simple price list and order form
- Offer free measuring visits to neighbours and local landlords, and ask for reviews after fitting
Who pays
Homeowners, landlords and property managers who want a made-to-measure look without shopping around.
How it makes money
A markup on products supplied by workrooms or blind manufacturers, plus fees for measuring and installation.
Skills that help
- Accurate measuring and basic installation with tools
- Sales and design advice
- Organising orders and deadlines
Watch out for
- Commercial general liability insurance, since you work inside clients' homes
- Check supplier terms on remakes if a measurement is wrong, and who pays
- Collect a deposit on custom orders as they usually cannot be resold
- Check whether your municipality requires a business licence for mobile services
- Drilling into walls or windows risks damage, so use proper methods and check for hidden wiring or pipes
- Winter driving can disrupt appointments, so plan flexible scheduling
Deep research report · Canada
Everything you need to start: mobile curtain and blind consultant and fitter
Researched with live web search for Canada: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile curtain and blind fitting service?
Startup costs are estimated at typically around $800 to $3,500, depending on the sample books, measuring and fitting tools, and transport you need to get started.
How much can a curtain and blind fitter earn?
Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many consultations turn into orders and how many hours you work. The estimate assumes from about 10 hours a week.
What should I check before fitting curtains and blinds in Canada?
Check whether your municipality requires a business licence for mobile services, and consider commercial general liability insurance since you work in clients' homes. Check supplier terms on remakes if a measurement is wrong, and use proper methods when drilling.
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