Mobile washing machine and dryer repair

Homeowners, tenants, landlords, letting agents and small holiday let owners who want a repair rather than a replacement.

A callout or diagnostic fee plus parts and labour. Repeat work from landlords and letting agents can fill quiet days.

• Fault finding and mechanical aptitude
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Clear, honest customer communication

• Public liability insurance, and check whether you need cover for your tools and stock
• Electrical safety: check what training or certification you need, especially for work involving mains power and gas dryers
• Safe disposal of old parts and appliances, and whether you need waste carrier registration if you take items away
• Warranty and guarantee terms you offer on parts and labour
• Heavy lifting and awkward spaces, so plan for back strain

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on your vehicle, tools and stock of parts. Check you have public liability insurance and whether you need cover for your tools and stock.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £1,200 to £5,000, depending on how many jobs you take and the area you cover. It is worth planning clear warranty terms on parts and labour.

Check what training or certification you need for electrical safety, especially with mains power and gas dryers. Also check whether you need waste carrier registration if you take items away, and what insurance you need.