Mobile eyeglass repair and adjustment business

Office workers, residents of senior living communities, school staff, market shoppers, and small optical shops that want repair help without a full-time technician.

Flat fee per repair or adjustment, with higher prices for frame part replacement. You can also charge a visit fee or a group rate for workplaces and senior communities.

• Steady hands and fine detail work
• Patience with small parts
• Friendly, clear customer communication

• General liability insurance in case a frame or lens is damaged
• Some states regulate dispensing opticians; check with your state's licensing board whether repairs and adjustments need a license
• Check city or county rules for selling at markets or on other private property
• Be clear that you cannot change prescriptions or replace lenses unless you are properly licensed or qualified, and set expectations on repairs that may fail

Startup costs are typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on your tools, kit quality and insurance. These are estimates, so price your own supplies and cover before you buy.

Check with your state's licensing board, since some states regulate dispensing opticians and may cover repairs and adjustments. Also check city or county rules for selling at markets, and ask about general liability insurance. Be clear you cannot change prescriptions or replace lenses unless qualified.

Monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,000, depending on how often you work and where you set up. Plan on at least about 6 hours a week. These are estimates, not guarantees.