Home workshop microwave repair

Households with built-in or higher-end microwaves, landlords, property managers and small offices that would rather repair than replace.

A fixed diagnostic fee plus parts and labour per repair. Quoting before you start work helps customers decide whether repair is worth it.

• Basic electronics and use of a multimeter
• Careful, safety-minded fault finding
• Clear quotes and honest advice on repair versus replace

• Microwaves hold dangerous high voltage even when unplugged, so get proper training before opening one
• Check whether your municipality requires a home-based business licence and what zoning allows
• Commercial general liability insurance, and check that your policy covers working from home and customers' items in your care
• Many microwaves cost little to replace, so be upfront about repair costs and consider a minimum diagnostic fee
• Check whether your province has any certification or registration rules for appliance repair

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $500 to $2,500, depending on test equipment, spare parts and insurance. Training in high-voltage safety is something to factor into your budget too.

Microwaves hold dangerous high voltage even when unplugged, so get proper training before opening one. Also check your municipality's home-based business licence and zoning rules, liability insurance, and any provincial certification or registration rules for appliance repair.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue typically around $600 to $3,000, depending on how many repairs you take on. Plan for at least about 6 hours a week. Be upfront about repair costs, since many microwaves are cheap to replace.