Mobile blinds and shades installer

Homeowners, landlords, property managers, and small offices that want new window coverings.

You sell blinds at a markup over the supplier's price and add an installation fee per window. Repeat work comes from referrals, landlords and builders.

• Accurate measuring
• Basic drilling and handyman skills
• Friendly, consultative selling

• General liability insurance, and check whether your state or city requires a contractor or handyman license for installation
• A measuring mistake means a costly remake, so double-check every window and agree terms for custom orders
• Check your state's sales tax registration rules for selling goods
• Supplier lead times can be several weeks, so set clear expectations with customers

Estimated startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on the sample books, tools and insurance you need and how much you already own. There is no storefront to rent.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $1,000 to $7,000, depending on how many homes you visit, order sizes and how many hours you work. Supplier lead times can be several weeks, which affects timing.

Check whether your state or city requires a contractor or handyman license for installation, as rules differ. Also check general liability insurance and your state's sales tax registration rules for selling goods.