Local wheelchair rental with delivery

People recovering from surgery or injury, family members of older relatives, and visitors who need a chair for an event or a trip.

A daily or weekly rental rate, plus optional delivery and pickup fees. Longer rentals usually get a lower daily rate, and you can charge a refundable deposit.

• Reliable and caring with customers
• Organized scheduling and record keeping
• Cleaning and basic equipment upkeep

• General liability insurance, and ask whether you also need product or equipment liability cover
• Some states regulate medical equipment suppliers, so check your state's rules before you start
• If you ever want to bill Medicare or insurance, separate supplier enrollment rules apply, so check before offering this
• Cleaning and disinfecting standards between rentals, and keeping records of them
• Storing equipment at home may need a home occupation permit and must respect HOA or lease rules

Estimates put startup costs at typically around $1,500 to $6,000, depending on the size of your fleet, any extras like knee scooters, storage and insurance. Your own costs will vary with how many chairs you buy.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $500 to $2,500, depending on fleet size, rental prices and how many customers you reach through referrals and local contacts.

Check whether you need general liability insurance, and ask about product or equipment cover. Some states regulate medical equipment suppliers, and separate rules apply if you ever bill Medicare or insurance. Check cleaning standards and records, plus home occupation permit, HOA or lease rules.