Skylight repair and leak fixing service
Fix leaking skylights, reseal flashing and replace cracked glazing without full replacement jobs.
- C$2k-8k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
A smaller, repair-focused service: finding the source of skylight leaks, resealing and re-flashing, replacing broken panes or seals, and fixing condensation or interior water damage around the shaft.
Your first three steps
- Take working at heights training and practise leak diagnosis and flashing repairs on a few friendly neighbours' skylights
- Source sealants, flashing kits and common replacement parts from local roofing suppliers, and set a call-out fee after checking local rates
- Introduce yourself to property managers, condo boards and real estate agents, and tell them you handle skylight leaks
Who pays
Homeowners with leaks, landlords, property managers and strata or condo boards.
How it makes money
Call-out fee plus a fixed price or hourly rate per repair, with extra for materials. Repeat work comes from property managers and referrals.
Skills that help
- Basic roofing and sealing know-how
- Diagnosing leaks
- Comfortable working at height
- Clear communication with customers
Watch out for
- Some provinces and municipalities regulate roofing or renovation work, so check your provincial regulator and local rules
- Commercial general liability insurance, and WCB/WSIB coverage if you hire (rules vary by province)
- Falls from roofs are a serious risk, so use proper safety gear and avoid wet, icy or windy conditions
- Be clear about what a repair can and cannot fix, as old or badly installed units may need full replacement
- Demand is often highest in wet seasons and may slow in deep winter in colder regions
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Everything you need to start: skylight repair and leak fixing service
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 skylight repair business?
Startup costs are typically estimated at around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on your tools, sealants, ladders and safety gear, and insurance.
How much can a skylight repair service earn?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $9,000, depending on how many repairs you book. Demand is often highest in wet seasons and may slow in deep winter in colder regions.
Are there rules for skylight and roof repair work in Canada?
Some provinces and municipalities regulate roofing or renovation work, so check your provincial regulator and local rules. Also check commercial general liability insurance and WCB/WSIB coverage if you hire, and be clear about what a repair can fix.
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