Prefab garage kit installer

Homeowners who bought a kit but don't want to build it themselves, and kit suppliers who need local installers.

Fixed installation fee per kit based on size and complexity. Suppliers may refer you jobs, and you can add extras like pad prep or shingles.

• Basic to intermediate carpentry
• Reading assembly instructions and plans
• Using power tools safely
• Working in a small crew

• Even prefab garages usually need a building permit and must meet setback rules, check with your municipality
• Foundation and concrete pad quality affects the whole build, so agree who is responsible in writing
• Check whether your province requires a contractor licence or trade registration for this work
• Commercial general liability insurance, and WCB/WSIB coverage if you hire help (rules vary by province)
• Snow load and wind requirements differ by region, check that the kit meets local code
• Weather limits install days, especially in winter

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the tools and equipment you already own and the insurance you choose. These are estimates, so get local quotes before you set your budget.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how many installs you book and how many hours you work. The estimate assumes at least about 12 hours a week, and it is revenue before costs.

Things to check: whether a building permit and setback rules apply through your municipality, and whether your province requires a contractor licence or trade registration. Also check liability insurance, WCB/WSIB if you hire help, and local snow load and wind code.