Mobile fibreglass repair for baths, boats and panels

Homeowners and landlords with damaged tubs and showers, boat owners, marinas, RV owners and small garages or body shops.

Fixed quote per job or an hourly rate plus materials. Boat and RV repairs usually pay more per job than bath repairs. Repeat work from marinas, property managers and dealers helps fill your week.

• Hands-on repair and finishing
• Colour matching and attention to detail
• Clear quoting and customer service

• Commercial general liability insurance, and check whether your policy covers work on customers' boats and vehicles
• Resins and solvents give off fumes: use a proper respirator, ventilate, and check rules on storing and disposing of materials
• Check with your municipality whether you need a business licence, and with your province about WCB/WSIB once you hire
• Cold weather slows resin curing, so plan for winter and seasonal boat work
• Be clear about what a repair can and can't fix, such as structural damage on boats

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on your materials, tools, safety gear and vehicle setup. These are estimates, so get supplier and insurance quotes before you commit.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $1,500 to $7,000, depending on the mix of bath, boat and vehicle jobs and how far you travel. Cold weather slows resin curing, so plan for winter and seasonal boat work.

Check commercial general liability insurance, including whether it covers work on customers' boats and vehicles. Also check fume protection, ventilation and rules on storing and disposing of materials, plus municipal licensing and WCB/WSIB once you hire.