Mobile ATV and quad repair service

Farmers, ranchers, hunters, cottage owners, trail riders and small dealers who don't want to haul a machine to a shop.

A flat price for seasonal servicing, or an hourly labour rate plus parts markup. Many jobs come with a call-out fee for travel.

• Small engine and drivetrain repair
• Diagnosing faults methodically
• Clear, honest customer communication

• Commercial general liability insurance, plus cover for tools and for customers' vehicles in your care (check with a broker)
• Rules for disposing of used oil, fuel, coolant and batteries, which vary by province and municipality
• Check whether your province regulates motorcycle or powersports technicians, and whether any certification is expected
• Work is heavily seasonal, with a spring and fall rush, so plan for a quieter winter
• Doing repairs at customers' properties in bad weather or on soft ground, so plan a safe, level work area

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $5,000 to $20,000, depending on your van or trailer, tools, diagnostic equipment, parts stock and insurance. A broker can advise on cover for tools and customers' vehicles.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how many jobs you book and what work you do. Demand is seasonal, with a spring and fall rush, so plan for a quieter winter.

Check commercial general liability insurance and cover for customers' vehicles in your care. Also check local rules for disposing of used oil, fuel, coolant and batteries, and whether your province regulates powersports technicians or expects certification.