Water refill depot with delivery

Households wanting refills, offices and workplaces, event organizers, construction sites and community groups.

Per-litre or per-jug refill prices, delivery accounts, cooler rentals and sales, and event supply orders.

• Following food-safety and sanitation routines
• Basic equipment upkeep
• Managing customer accounts and a small team

• Water treatment, testing, labelling and sanitation rules are strict and vary by province, so check before buying equipment
• Municipal zoning and business licence for the unit
• Commercial general liability and product liability insurance
• WCB or WSIB coverage once you hire, with rules that differ by province
• Equipment costs, lease commitments and a slow build-up of accounts

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $25,000 to $100,000, depending on the treatment and filling equipment you choose and your lease commitments. Check equipment rules in your province before buying anything, as they can change what you need.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on how quickly you build regular delivery accounts and walk-in refill customers. That is revenue before costs. Expect to put in roughly 35 hours a week or more.

Water treatment, testing, labelling and sanitation rules are strict and vary by province, so check before buying equipment. Also check municipal zoning and the business licence for the unit, insurance, and workers' compensation coverage once you hire.