Skylight Installations

Startup Costs: $2,000 – $10,000
Home Based: Can be operated from home.
Part Time: Can be operated part-time.
Online Operation? No

Business Overview

The old plastic bubble style skylights areout, and demand is booming for the new high-tech skylights that are nowavailable. Some skylights not only open and close with the push of abutton, they also have sensors that will automatically close theskylight if it begins to rain. Some have additional features like smartheat reflective glass, custom shades, and availability in a multitudeof shapes and sizes.

I talked to one skylight installation company,aptly called ‘Skylights Only.’ The owner told me that demand was sogreat for skylight installations, his company was booked for the nextsix months straight, and demand showed no signs of slowing down. Thisbusiness opportunity gets four out of four stars, as not only is therehigh demand, but the entire venture can be set in motion for less than$5,000. Once again, the income and profit potential will vary. However,skylights have a good gross profit margin, and installation ratesaverage in the range of $35 to $50 per hour. Combined income andprofits for a business that sells and installs skylights could easilyreach $100,000 per year or more.