Home Draught-Proofing & Energy-Saving Upgrade Service
Fit draught excluders, loft insulation top-ups, radiator reflectors and letterbox seals to cut heating bills.
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High energy prices keep demand strong every autumn and winter. Work is low-skill but detail-focused, with cheap materials and strong markups. Letting agents and landlords book multiple properties at once. Pairs well with energy advice upsells like smart thermostats. Gross margin figures are planning estimates of revenue minus direct costs (materials, consumables, fuel and per-job expenses); they exclude the owner's own labour, so treat them as a guide to job economics rather than take-home pay.
- Starting capital: 800–2800 GBP
- Total starting capital: 1800 GBP
- Setup: 2-4 weeks
- Gross margin: 70-80%
- Business model: Fixed-price survey plus per-item fitting charges; materials sold at a markup.
- Category: Home Services
Risks
- Seasonal dip: Demand eases in spring.
- Damp risk: Poor ventilation advice can cause mould; training matters.
Costs
- Equipment — Tools, ladders and fitting kit — 600 GBP
- Compliance — Public liability insurance — 300 GBP
- Training — Energy-awareness and damp/ventilation training — 400 GBP
- Marketing — Local marketing and landlord outreach — 500 GBP