Computer Repair Service

Computer repair services diagnose and fix hardware and software issues for consumers and small businesses.

Services include virus removal, hardware replacement, data recovery, operating system reinstalls, upgrades, and preventative maintenance.

You can operate from storefront location, mobile service (going to clients), or mail-in repairs.

Success requires troubleshooting skills, customer service, and efficiency.

Pricing ranges from $50-150 for software issues to $100-400+ for hardware repairs depending on parts and complexity.

Operating storefront provides walk-in traffic but includes rent costs.

Mobile service offers convenience customers value with lower overhead.

Startup costs vary - mobile service requires tools, parts inventory, and vehicle ($3,000-8,000) while storefront adds rent, signage, and workspace ($15,000-40,000).

Revenue comes from repair services, selling parts/upgrades, computer sales, and potentially data backup or cybersecurity services.

Building client base happens through local advertising, Google Business presence, referrals, and relationships with senior communities (strong customer base).

Operating costs include parts inventory, tools, rent if applicable, and insurance.

Challenges include decreasing PC prices making replacement attractive versus repair, mobile devices replacing computers, competition from big box stores, and customers' price sensitivity.

Success requires efficiency (quick turnarounds), clearly explaining issues to non-technical clients, competitive pricing, and potentially specializing (Mac repair, gaming PC builds, business IT).

Many repair shops add phone/tablet repair, e-waste recycling, or IT services to diversify.