Prefab Shed Workshop with Delivery and Install
Build sheds and small outbuildings in a workshop, then deliver and set them up on the customer's property.
- C$10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
Building sheds, playhouses and small outbuildings in panels or complete units in a rented unit or workshop, then delivering and installing them on a prepared base at the customer's home.
Your first three steps
- Design a small range of standard sheds and work out the material list and cost for each
- Find a rented workshop or unit and a way to move finished sheds, such as a trailer or a delivery partner
- Put photos and prices on a simple website and local online listings, and take your first deposit-backed orders
Who pays
Homeowners who want a faster install with less mess in their yard, plus cottage owners and small landlords.
How it makes money
Fixed prices for a range of standard sizes and styles, with delivery, base preparation and upgrades charged separately.
Skills that help
- Carpentry and workshop production
- Planning materials and costing
- Safe use of power tools
- Delivery logistics and customer service
Watch out for
- Commercial general liability insurance, plus cover for tools, stock and any trailer or delivery vehicle
- Zoning and building permit rules for outbuildings depend on the municipality, so tell customers to check before ordering
- Workshop rent and material costs are paid before you sell, so take deposits to protect your cash flow
- Check workshop zoning, fire safety and WCB/WSIB requirements if you hire help, as they vary by province
- Winter can slow installs, so plan to build stock in colder months and keep delivery routes flexible
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a prefab shed workshop?
Startup costs are typically estimated at around $10,000 to $40,000, depending on workshop rent, tools, materials and any delivery trailer or vehicle. Rent and materials are paid before you sell, so deposits help your cash flow.
How much can a prefab shed business earn?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on how many sheds you build, their size and your delivery area. Winter can slow installs, so you may build stock in colder months.
What rules should I check before starting a prefab shed workshop?
Check workshop zoning, fire safety and WCB/WSIB requirements if you hire help. Also check insurance for liability, tools, stock and delivery vehicles, and tell customers to check zoning and building permit rules in their municipality before ordering.
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