Sure, let’s break it down in plain English. The DIY repair market is growing because people love saving money and being green, so you’re already in a good niche. Start by mapping out the costs: tools, workspace, insurance, and maybe a small marketing budget. Those are your fixed costs, and they’re usually between $1,000 and $3,000 if you start from scratch. Your variable costs—replacement parts—are roughly 30% of the revenue you charge. Next, look at pricing. On average, people will pay between $50 and $150 for a standard fix, depending on the item’s value and how complex the repair is. If you can do an average of 10 jobs a week at $100 each, that’s $1,000 a week, or about $4,000 a month. Subtract your fixed and variable costs, and you’re looking at a net margin of 40% to 50% if you keep the workflow tight. Competition? A lot of local shops are busy, but they often lack the transparency that a solo pro can offer. Brand yourself as “quick, transparent, and money‑saving.” Use Instagram reels and TikTok clips to show before‑and‑after shots; that builds trust fast. You can also offer a subscription model—say, a yearly pass for a certain number of repairs, which gives you predictable cash flow. Risk? The biggest is overpromising and underdelivering. Keep a buffer of spare parts for the most common repairs, and set realistic timelines. Also, don’t ignore the legal side—get a liability waiver signed and make sure your local business licensing requirements are met. Bottom line: it’s a viable side hustle if you keep your costs lean, price right, and market smart. Start small, nail a few core repairs, then scale. Good luck—now go make that money.

That’s the grind I like to hear. Grab the drawer, line up the screws, and start that first repair. Hit me up when you’ve closed that first deal—then we’ll talk scaling. Keep the spare parts flowing and the customers smiling. Let's make that cash roll in.