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"Cement Brick Business": How to Get Started

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With housing and real estate industry starting to picking up again after the recent recession, the construction industry is also rising back to be one of the most promising industries available.

Many small business opportunities are available within the massive construction industry, and in this article, we will discuss one of such opportunities: the cement brick manufacturing business.

Making a cement brick require relatively low startup investment and experience, lowering the entry barrier to the business. Your main challenge will be marketing, and you may need to approach construction companies, contractors, and construction material store to sell your product.

Once established, however, the business can have an enormous earning potential and profitability.

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Interested to start a cement brick manufacturing business?
Here are a few tips to help you begin:

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1. Startup Investment
If you have a spare space in your house, then you can make this a home-based business, eliminating the need to rent a space. The cost of renting a space can vary depending on location. Make sure to set aside 6 months of rent cost in your initial startup investment.

You will also need to invest in the necessary machinery and equipment, such as cement block maker, cement mixer, vibrator, molds, wheelbarrows, as well as other necessary tools. Second-hand equipment can be an option to reduce your initial investment, as long as you can get in an acceptable condition. The machinery and equipment can cost you around $13,000, and you can start with $15,000-$20,000 initially.

2. The Process
Mix the suitable proportion of cement, sand, stone (both chip and dust) along with water in a metal or wood molds. The mixtures are separated by wire mesh or rods in between each layer to increase compactness, usually assisted by vibration of the mixing machine. The final cement blocks are then cured in a water tank for up to 15 days.

3. License and Permit
If you are planning to start this business as a home based business, some locations will require a zoning permit before you can start. The law might also require other license or permit, so consider consulting your local authorities to get better information.

Investing in an insurance might also be required by law, but even when it's not the case, insurance can protect your business from future accidents and liabilities. Consult your local insurance agents to get the best insurance option if necessary.

4. Marketing
As mentioned, you can market your product to construction companies, contractors, and material store. Prepare a proper business proposal before you approach them to increase your credibility.

Building your customer base can be a challenge in the beginning. However, once you got several clients as a regular buyer, you can get a sustainable and steady earning.

Earning Potential

A ton of cement brick can cost on average $400 or $0.4 per KG. Producing 5 tons a month can net you an earning of $2,000 per month, or $36,000 annually. By increasing your production capacity and getting more clients, you can increase your earning accordingly.

As mentioned, the challenge of this business is how to approach prospectus client to get a regular business.