Home fridge and freezer repair

Homeowners, renters, landlords and property managers who would rather repair a fridge than replace it.

A diagnostic or call-out fee, then labor and parts for the repair. Landlords and property managers can bring repeat work.

• Basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Reading wiring diagrams and service manuals
• Clear, honest communication with customers

• Check EPA Section 608 certification rules before handling refrigerant in sealed systems
• Check whether your state or city requires an appliance repair registration or license (some states do)
• General liability insurance, plus coverage for your vehicle and tools
• Parts can take days to arrive, so be upfront with customers about return visits
• Working with household electrical power and heavy appliances, so follow safe lifting and lockout practices

Estimates suggest startup costs for a mobile repair service are typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on your tools, vehicle needs, parts stock, insurance and any certification you need.

Monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many service calls you take, your pricing and parts costs. Treat these as estimates, not guarantees.

Check EPA Section 608 certification rules before handling refrigerant in sealed systems. Also check whether your state or city requires an appliance repair registration or license, since some states do, and ask about liability and vehicle insurance.