Computer repair shop or workshop
Run a small unit where people drop off laptops and PCs for repair and upgrades.
- £5k-25k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.
Official data
4,732 UK companies in this field, 23% registered in the last 2 years
SIC 95110 “Repair of computers and peripheral equipment”. Source: Companies House, November 2026.
What it is
A small shop or workshop that repairs, upgrades and services computers and laptops, and may sell parts, accessories and refurbished machines.
Your first three steps
- Check footfall, rents and competing repair shops in a few local high streets
- Ask your landlord or agent about use class, lease terms and business rates
- Line up suppliers for parts and a simple booking and job tracking system
Who pays
Local households, students and small businesses who want a nearby place to bring broken or slow machines.
How it makes money
Fixed prices for common repairs, hourly labour for bigger jobs, and margins on parts, accessories and refurbished devices.
Skills that help
- Hardware repair and component-level diagnosis
- Customer service at the counter
- Stock control and basic bookkeeping
Watch out for
- Rent, business rates and lease commitments, check these before signing
- Shop insurance covering stock and customers' equipment left with you
- Data protection: customers' devices hold personal data, check ICO guidance
- Disposing of old electrical parts and batteries, check waste electrical (WEEE) rules and any registration needed
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to open a computer repair shop in the UK?
Startup costs are typically around £5,000 to £25,000, depending on the premises, equipment, stock and fit-out you choose. These are estimates, so check rent and lease terms carefully before you commit to a unit.
How much can a computer repair shop earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around £2,000 to £10,000, depending on location, opening hours and whether you also sell parts or refurbished machines. The estimates assume at least about 35 hours a week.
What should I check before opening a computer repair shop?
Check rent, business rates and lease commitments before signing. Check shop insurance covers stock and customers' equipment, ICO guidance on personal data held on devices, and waste electrical (WEEE) rules for old parts and batteries, including any registration needed.
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