Mobile gas log installer and supplier

Homeowners converting a wood fireplace, landlords updating rentals, and builders or remodelers who need a subcontractor for fireplace work.

You earn a markup on the log set and parts plus a labor charge for each install. Add-on income comes from annual service visits, repairs and replacement parts.

• Comfortable with gas piping and fittings (or willing to get trained and licensed)
• Careful, safety-minded work
• Clear communication with customers
• Basic quoting and scheduling

• Gas work often needs a state or local license and permits, check with your state licensing board and city or county building department
• General liability insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire
• Inspections and local codes may apply, and a chimney or flue check may be needed before install, so consider working with a certified chimney sweep
• Safety risks include gas leaks and carbon monoxide, so follow manufacturer instructions and local code exactly
• Collect and file sales tax on parts if your state requires it, check with your state revenue department

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your vehicle, tools, starting stock of gas log sets and burners, and any training you need. Insurance and licensing costs will vary by location.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many installs and service calls you book and how much you sell in parts and sets. Treat these as estimates, not guaranteed income.

Gas work often needs a state or local license and permits, so check with your state licensing board and your city or county building department. Also check local codes, inspections, and whether a chimney or flue check is needed before installing.