Tech service business ideas for working out and about
41 ideas
These 41 ideas suit people who like fixing, installing and setting things up at the customer's location rather than behind a desk. Think of options such as mobile phone and tablet screen repair, café and restaurant POS setup, or aerial photo and video for real estate and local business.
Event AV hire: speakers, screens and mics
Rent sound systems, projectors and microphones to local events, meetings and parties, with delivery and setup.
- C$4k-20k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
AV supply and install for offices and venues
Sell and set up displays, speakers and meeting room AV for small businesses, schools and venues.
- C$3k-15k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Computer repair house calls
Fix slow, infected or broken computers at people's homes and set up their devices and Wi-Fi.
- C$500-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
IT support for small businesses
Keep local offices running with monthly support for their computers, network, email and backups.
- C$1k-5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Home computer security and malware clean-up
Remove viruses and set up protection for families, seniors and home workers, in person or by remote session.
- C$300-2k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Cyber security checks for small businesses
Audit small offices, fix weak spots and keep them protected on a monthly contract.
- C$1k-5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile home and small business security installer
Supply and fit cameras, alarms and smart door systems at homes and small businesses in your area.
- C$2.5k-12k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Payment terminal sales agent for local shops
Sign up local shops, cafés and market traders for card terminals through a payment provider and earn commission.
- C$300-1.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Local card terminal supply and setup service
Supply, set up and support card terminals for restaurants, shops and mobile traders in your area.
- C$2k-10k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Local payment terminal agent
Set up and support card terminals for shops, cafés and trades in your area, as a reseller for an established processor.
- C$400-2k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Event and market card terminal rental
Rent portable card terminals to market vendors, festivals and pop-up sellers who only need payments for a day or a season.
- C$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile phone repair service
Fix cracked screens, batteries and charging ports at customers' homes, offices or a meeting spot.
- C$800-3.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile computer repair house calls
Fix laptops, desktops and tablets at people's homes and small offices, so they don't have to carry them anywhere.
- C$500-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile phone and tablet screen repair
Replace cracked phone and tablet screens at people's homes, offices or workplaces.
- C$800-3.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Home Wi-Fi and network setup
Fix dead zones and set up reliable Wi-Fi, mesh systems and wired connections in people's homes.
- C$500-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Small office network installer
Design, cable and look after wired and wireless networks for local offices, clinics and shops.
- C$2k-10k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Security camera installer for homes and shops
Install and set up CCTV cameras at homes and small businesses, then offer simple maintenance.
- C$2k-8k
- Part-time
- Out and about
CCTV maintenance and repair service
Fix, upgrade and check existing camera systems for businesses on a regular service plan.
- C$1k-4k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile photocopier repair and service contracts
Fix and maintain copiers and printers at local offices, and build a base of yearly service contracts.
- C$3k-12k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Subcontract copier technician for local dealers
Take overflow repair calls from copier dealers and office suppliers, working part-time without finding your own customers.
- C$1k-4k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
On-site AV repair for venues and businesses
Visit venues, schools and offices to fix projectors, PA systems and conference gear where it is installed.
- C$2.5k-10k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Meeting room video setup for small businesses
Set up cameras, mics and screens in small offices so video calls just work.
- C$3k-12k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Hybrid event and webinar tech operator
Bring cameras, mics and a laptop to run the video side of meetings and events.
- C$4k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
On-site microscope servicing for schools and labs
Visit schools, colleges, clinics and labs to service and calibrate their microscopes and optical instruments on a regular schedule.
- C$3k-15k
- Part-time
- Out and about
About these ideas
Most start with a modest kit and a vehicle, and grow through repeat clients and word of mouth. Before choosing, think about which skills you already have, how far you are willing to travel, and whether your customers are households or businesses. Check whether your work needs training, certification, licensing or insurance in your province or municipality, and how you will handle customer data and equipment safely. A reliable van or car, and a simple way to book and invoice jobs, matter as much as the tools.
More ideas
- Meeting room video kit supplier and installer
- Office cabling and network installer
- Cabling crew for builders and developers
- Mobile printer repair for small offices
- Drone mapping and site survey service
- Office and meeting room AV consultant
- Small business IT support consultant
- Local fleet GPS tracking reseller
- Mobile printer dealer and service
- Independent card terminal reseller
- Café and restaurant POS setup specialist
- On-site video gear repair for studios
- Mobile TV repair technician
- Mobile printer and copier repair
- Aerial photo and video for real estate and local business
- Drone roof inspection and site mapping
- Home computer help on call-out
Questions
Do I need a licence or certification for a mobile tech business in Canada?
It depends on the work and where you live. Electrical, security installation and drone work can come with rules or training requirements. Check with your province, municipality and Transport Canada where relevant, and ask your insurer what they expect.
What should I check about insurance before visiting customers?
Ask a broker whether you need general liability, tools and equipment cover, and business use on your vehicle. Working in customers' homes or offices, or handling their devices and data, may change what cover is appropriate for you.
How can I keep startup costs low when working on the road?
Start with the tools for one service rather than many, and consider used or leased equipment. Check what you can claim as business expenses, and whether registering for GST/HST applies to you. A bookkeeper or the CRA can confirm.