Mobile glass and mirror cutting
Take a van-based cutting setup to job sites and cut glass and mirror to size on the spot.
- C$8k-35k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
A van fitted with a cutting bench and racking that visits renovation sites, shops and homes to cut mirrors and glass panes to exact size on the spot, saving customers a trip to a supplier.
Your first three steps
- Set up an account with a local glass wholesaler and agree pickup of stock sheets
- Price a used van, a portable cutting table, racking and tools, and plan secure glass storage
- Contact contractors and property managers and offer a trial same-day cutting service
Who pays
Renovation contractors, property managers, shopfitters, and households with mirror, shelf or tabletop jobs.
How it makes money
Call-out fee plus price per piece or per square foot, with extra for edge work or fitting help where you are qualified.
Skills that help
- Accurate measuring on site
- Safe glass handling and driving a loaded vehicle
- Reliable scheduling and customer communication
Watch out for
- Commercial auto and general liability insurance, check cover for glass in transit and on customer sites
- Fitting glass may count as a trade needing certification in some provinces, check your provincial regulator before offering installation
- Glass must be secured properly in the vehicle, check load and vehicle rules
- Cold winter weather limits outdoor work, plan indoor jobs and seasonal slow periods
- Local business licence rules for mobile work, check with your municipality
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile glass cutting business in Canada?
Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $8,000 to $35,000, depending on the van, cutting bench, racking and equipment you choose, and whether you buy new or used.
What rules should I check before offering mobile glass cutting?
Check commercial auto and general liability cover for glass in transit and on customer sites. Check your provincial regulator, as fitting glass may count as a trade needing certification, plus vehicle load rules for securing glass and municipal licence rules for mobile work.
How much can a mobile glass cutting service earn?
Estimates suggest monthly revenue typically around $2,000 to $9,000, depending on how many jobs you book and your pricing. Cold winter weather limits outdoor work, so plan indoor jobs and seasonal slow periods.
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