Walk-in electronics repair shop
Open a small shop where people drop in for same-day fixes on phones, laptops, consoles and small appliances.
- C$10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
A small storefront or kiosk offering quick repairs on phones, tablets, laptops, game consoles and small household electronics, with a few accessories on the side.
Your first three steps
- Scout affordable units near students, transit or busy shopping areas and compare rents
- Line up parts suppliers and test your repair times and costs on a few common models
- Build a simple price list and Google Business profile, and tell local schools and offices you are opening
Who pays
Walk-in customers from the neighbourhood, students, commuters and small businesses needing quick turnaround.
How it makes money
Fixed prices per repair covering parts and labour, plus some income from accessories like cases, chargers and screen protectors.
Skills that help
- Reliable repair skills across several device types
- Customer service and clear quoting
- Managing parts stock and cash flow
Watch out for
- Commercial lease terms and deposits, check them carefully before signing
- Municipal business licence and signage rules, check with your city
- Commercial general liability insurance and cover for devices left in your shop
- Protecting customer data and having customers sign a drop-off form with repair terms
- Parts quality and warranty on repairs, plus safe disposal of batteries and e-waste under provincial rules
- WCB/WSIB coverage once you hire staff, rules vary by province
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to open an electronics repair shop in Canada?
Startup costs are typically estimated around $10,000 to $40,000, depending on your lease and deposit, tools, parts stock and insurance. Check commercial lease terms carefully before signing.
How much can an electronics repair shop make?
Monthly revenue is typically around $4,000 to $20,000 as an estimate, depending on foot traffic, the range of devices you repair and your parts stock. Test these estimates against your own numbers.
What rules should I check before opening a repair shop?
Check your lease terms, municipal business licence and signage rules, and liability insurance covering devices left in your shop. Also check customer data protection, drop-off forms, battery and e-waste disposal rules, and WCB/WSIB once you hire staff.
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