{"product_id":"computer-repair-startup-costs","title":"Computer Repair Business Startup Costs: $108K CAPEX Plan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section text-1_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this US computer repair service, the researched opening plan carries \u003cstrong\u003e$108,000 in startup CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e across tools, vehicle, shop setup, IT, inventory, security, and backup power It also separates pre-opening expenses from first operating year working capital, including \u003cstrong\u003e$24,000 in Year 1 marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e$5,050 in monthly fixed overhead\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a model minimum cash point of \u003cstrong\u003e$818,000 in Month 2\u003c\/strong\u003e The plan reaches breakeven in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 6\u003c\/strong\u003e and payback in \u003cstrong\u003e19 months\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section image-1_new_design\" id=\"main_article_image\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eEstimate Startup Costs with Calculator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-capex-calculator\" aria-label=\"Computer Repair Service Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Startup CAPEX calculator.xlsx\" data-source-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-source-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-page-title=\"Computer Repair Service Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-note-title=\"What this leaves out\" data-note-text=\"This calculator covers upfront capital assets only. It excludes initial parts inventory, payroll runway, deposits, debt service, working capital, marketing, subscriptions, recurring rent, and other operating costs.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-capex-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup CAPEX Calculator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-intro\"\u003eThis estimates upfront capitalized startup assets only, before inventory, payroll, and other non-CAPEX funding needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Scenario presets\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"lean\"\u003eLean\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"full\"\u003eFull\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"fml-capex-inputs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffice Setup \u0026amp; Furniture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eDesks, benches, shelving, and launch fit-out.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"office_setup_furniture\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Office Setup \u0026amp; Furniture\" data-capex-note=\"Desks, benches, shelving, and launch fit-out.\" data-lean=\"12000\" data-base=\"15000\" data-full=\"18000\" name=\"office_setup_furniture\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"15,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiagnostic Equipment \u0026amp; Tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eTest gear, hand tools, and repair kits.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"diagnostic_equipment_tools\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Diagnostic Equipment \u0026amp; Tools\" data-capex-note=\"Test gear, hand tools, and repair kits.\" data-lean=\"7000\" data-base=\"8500\" data-full=\"11000\" name=\"diagnostic_equipment_tools\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"8,500\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService Vehicle Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eVehicle or service van for onsite work.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"service_vehicle_purchase\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Service Vehicle Purchase\" data-capex-note=\"Vehicle or service van for onsite work.\" data-lean=\"20000\" data-base=\"25000\" data-full=\"32000\" name=\"service_vehicle_purchase\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"25,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComputer \u0026amp; IT Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eWorkstations, admin gear, and setup hardware.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"computer_it_equipment\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Computer \u0026amp; IT Equipment\" data-capex-note=\"Workstations, admin gear, and setup hardware.\" data-lean=\"9000\" data-base=\"12000\" data-full=\"15000\" name=\"computer_it_equipment\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"12,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile Service Kit Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePortable cases, chargers, and field tools.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"mobile_service_kit_setup\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Mobile Service Kit Setup\" data-capex-note=\"Portable cases, chargers, and field tools.\" data-lean=\"3500\" data-base=\"4500\" data-full=\"6000\" name=\"mobile_service_kit_setup\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"4,500\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContingency Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eBuffer for startup asset overruns and small install surprises.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-percent\"\u003e\n\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"contingency\" data-capex-kind=\"percent\" name=\"contingency\" type=\"range\" min=\"5\" max=\"15\" step=\"1\" data-lean=\"7\" data-base=\"10\" data-full=\"15\" value=\"10\"\u003e\u003coutput data-capex-output=\"contingencyValue\"\u003e10%\u003c\/output\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"fml-capex-results\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-tag\"\u003eStartup CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-total\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTotal startup CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-capex-output=\"totalCapex\"\u003e$71,500\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"fml-capex-result-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSubtotal before contingency\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"subtotal\"\u003e$65,000\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eContingency amount\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"contingencyAmount\"\u003e$6,500\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLargest cost driver\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"largestDriver\"\u003eService Vehicle Purchase\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-chart\" aria-label=\"CAPEX cost category breakdown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOffice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"office_setup_furniture\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 23%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"office_setup_furniture\"\u003e23%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"diagnostic_equipment_tools\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 13%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"diagnostic_equipment_tools\"\u003e13%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"service_vehicle_purchase\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 38%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"service_vehicle_purchase\"\u003e38%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"computer_it_equipment\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 18%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"computer_it_equipment\"\u003e18%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMobile Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"mobile_service_kit_setup\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 7%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"mobile_service_kit_setup\"\u003e7%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-export\" type=\"button\" data-capex-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this leaves out\u003c\/strong\u003e This calculator covers upfront capital assets only. It excludes initial parts inventory, payroll runway, deposits, debt service, working capital, marketing, subscriptions, recurring rent, and other operating costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section_blog text-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top_blog\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat should this planning view show?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"\/products\/computer-repair-financial-model\"\u003eComputer Repair Service Financial Model Template\u003c\/a\u003e view shows CAPEX, working capital, timing, and depreciation\/amortization. Open it and adjust assumptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eScreenshot highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$108,000 CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e, Month 1-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$5,050\u003c\/strong\u003e overhead, \u003cstrong\u003e$24,000\u003c\/strong\u003e marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$120 CAC\u003c\/strong\u003e, 25 billable hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevenue ramp, \u003cstrong\u003e$35-$95\u003c\/strong\u003e pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonth 6\u003c\/strong\u003e breakeven, \u003cstrong\u003e19-month\u003c\/strong\u003e payback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$58,000 EBITDA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e$818,000\u003c\/strong\u003e cash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section_blog image-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-card\" data-preview-src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/computer-repair-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_62f4ba10-be2a-492b-8271-7b00bb1c73c3.webp\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"preview-img\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/computer-repair-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_62f4ba10-be2a-492b-8271-7b00bb1c73c3.webp?width=500\" alt=\"Computer Repair Service Financial Model capex inputs tab showing fixed asset purchases, lifecycle schedules and depreciation settings that let users customize startup equipment, upgrades and funding needs for scenario-ready projections.\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-overlay\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"preview-btn\" type=\"button\" style=\"align-items: center; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; gap: 6px; line-height: 1;\"\u003e\nPREVIEW \u003csvg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" role=\"presentation\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M416 176V86.63L246.6 256L416 425.4V336c0-8.844 7.156-16 16-16s16 7.156 16 16v128c0 8.844-7.156 16-16 16h-128c-8.844 0-16-7.156-16-16s7.156-16 16-16h89.38L224 278.6L54.63 448H144C152.8 448 160 455.2 160 464S152.8 480 144 480h-128C7.156 480 0 472.8 0 464v-128C0 327.2 7.156 320 16 320S32 327.2 32 336v89.38L201.4 256L32 86.63V176C32 184.8 24.84 192 16 192S0 184.8 0 176v-128C0 39.16 7.156 32 16 32h128C152.8 32 160 39.16 160 48S152.8 64 144 64H54.63L224 233.4L393.4 64H304C295.2 64 288 56.84 288 48S295.2 32 304 32h128C440.8 32 448 39.16 448 48v128C448 184.8 440.8 192 432 192S416 184.8 416 176z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat equipment do you need to start a computer repair business?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate repair setup\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just parts on a shelf: hand tools, \u003cstrong\u003eESD protection\u003c\/strong\u003e, diagnostic hardware, meters, diagnostic drives, cleaning gear, soldering tools where needed, test monitors, cables, a solid workbench, IT equipment, and a \u003cstrong\u003ebackup power source\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a Computer Repair Service, the listed equipment CAPEX totals \u003cstrong\u003e$46,500\u003c\/strong\u003e, split across \u003cstrong\u003e$8,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for diagnostic tools, \u003cstrong\u003e$6,800\u003c\/strong\u003e for workshop equipment, \u003cstrong\u003e$9,200\u003c\/strong\u003e for specialized testing, \u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for computer and IT gear, \u003cstrong\u003e$4,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for mobile service setup, and \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for backup power. Durable tools are \u003cstrong\u003eCAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e, while software licenses and consumables are usually operating or inventory costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCore gear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand tools\u003c\/strong\u003e and cable kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESD protection\u003c\/strong\u003e for safe repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeters\u003c\/strong\u003e and diagnostic drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e and soldering tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCAPEX split\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e computer and IT equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$9,200\u003c\/strong\u003e specialized testing equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$6,800\u003c\/strong\u003e workshop equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e backup power systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat hidden costs of starting a computer repair business get missed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe big miss in a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-much-makes\/computer-repair\"\u003eHow Much Does The Owner Of Computer Repair Service Typically Make?\u003c\/a\u003e model is not tools CAPEX; it’s the cash drain from \u003cstrong\u003elease deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e, setup fees, insurance, permits, legal, marketing, parts, and slow early sales. Here’s the quick math: Year 1 includes \u003cstrong\u003e$450\u003c\/strong\u003e insurance, \u003cstrong\u003e$800\u003c\/strong\u003e accounting and legal, \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e utilities and internet, \u003cstrong\u003e$200\u003c\/strong\u003e phone, \u003cstrong\u003e25%\u003c\/strong\u003e payment processing fees, \u003cstrong\u003e180%\u003c\/strong\u003e hardware parts and components cost, and \u003cstrong\u003e$24,000\u003c\/strong\u003e marketing, with \u003cstrong\u003e$818,000\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum cash needed by Month 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStartup cash hits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLease deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e and utility setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsurance binder\u003c\/strong\u003e before launch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePermits\u003c\/strong\u003e and legal setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWebsite\u003c\/strong\u003e and intake forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOngoing cash drains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25%\u003c\/strong\u003e payment fees in Year 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180%\u003c\/strong\u003e parts and components cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$24,000\u003c\/strong\u003e Year 1 marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParts restocking\u003c\/strong\u003e and rework allowance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much does it cost to start a computer repair business?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eComputer Repair Service\u003c\/strong\u003e needs about \u003cstrong\u003e$108,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in startup CAPEX for a combined shop and mobile setup, before working capital pressure; don’t size funding from tools alone. Track the demand side early with \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/kpi-metrics\/computer-repair\"\u003eWhat Is The Most Critical Metric For The Success Of Your Computer Repair Service?\u003c\/a\u003e, because the plan reaches \u003cstrong\u003ebreakeven in Month 6\u003c\/strong\u003e and payback in \u003cstrong\u003e19 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStartup CAPEX\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e service vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$18,000\u003c\/strong\u003e initial parts inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$15,000\u003c\/strong\u003e office setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$8,500\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFunding Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e computer and IT equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$5,050\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly fixed overhead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$24,000\u003c\/strong\u003e Year 1 marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$75,000\u003c\/strong\u003e owner salary; \u003cstrong\u003e$818,000\u003c\/strong\u003e Month 2 minimum cash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCalculate Fuding Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static\" aria-label=\"Computer Repair Service Startup Cost Summary\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Computer Repair Service Startup Cost Summary.xlsx\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Computer Repair Service Startup Cost Summary\" data-source-url=\"\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-summary-static-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup cost summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-description\"\u003eThis table summarizes startup CAPEX and the non-CAPEX cash reserve needed to launch and cover early operating losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Highlight scenario\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-export\" type=\"button\" data-summary-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static-metrics\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-primary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHighlighted CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"capex\"\u003e$108,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall data-summary-metric=\"scenario\"\u003eBase planning example\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eExcluded cash needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"working\"\u003e$818,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eOutside CAPEX total\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFunding need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"funding\"\u003e$926,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCAPEX + excluded cash needs\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-summary-static-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCost Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate-header\" data-summary-estimate-header\u003eBase Estimate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMain Cost Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCAPEX Calculator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"28000\" data-base=\"30800\" data-high=\"34500\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffice Setup \u0026amp; Site Prep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$30,800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eFurniture, security, workshop setup, and backup power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"16000\" data-base=\"17700\" data-high=\"19500\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostic \u0026amp; Testing Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$17,700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eDiagnostic and specialized testing tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"27000\" data-base=\"29500\" data-high=\"33000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eService Vehicle \u0026amp; Mobile Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$29,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eVehicle purchase plus mobile service setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"10500\" data-base=\"12000\" data-high=\"13500\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputer \u0026amp; IT Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$12,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eCore computers, devices, and IT hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"16000\" data-base=\"18000\" data-high=\"20500\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInitial Parts Inventory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$18,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eOpening stock of repair parts and components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"is-excluded\" data-summary-row data-low=\"750000\" data-base=\"818000\" data-high=\"900000\" data-capex=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Reserve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$818,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eOwner salary and early operating losses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill is-no\"\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter class=\"fml-summary-static-note\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranges reflect researched startup assumptions; reserve excludes owner salary and early operating losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eComputer Repair Service Core Five Startup Costs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLocation And Operating Setup Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLocation choice\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a computer repair service, location drives the budget. A storefront needs \u003cstrong\u003e$15,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for office setup and furniture plus \u003cstrong\u003e$2,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly rent, while mobile leans on a \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e service vehicle, \u003cstrong\u003e$4,500\u003c\/strong\u003e mobile kit, and \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e backup power systems. Home-based cuts rent, but still needs a clean work area and secure intake process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStorefront setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA storefront budget covers counters, shelving, a repair bench, customer intake space, signage, security, and utilities setup. Here’s the quick math: add \u003cstrong\u003e$3,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for security system installation, then layer in \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e utilities and internet, \u003cstrong\u003e$200\u003c\/strong\u003e phone and communications, and \u003cstrong\u003e$150\u003c\/strong\u003e office supplies each month. Keep the lease deposit separate from post-launch rent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount setup, not just rent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate deposit from monthly rent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan for customer intake space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMobile setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMobile service shifts spend into vehicle storage, dispatch, tools, and power. The core launch lines are \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for the service vehicle, \u003cstrong\u003e$4,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for the mobile service kit, and \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for backup power systems. This setup works best when travel time is low and the truck or van can carry secure tools, parts, and a clear intake process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack vehicle and kit separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget for secure tool storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan dispatch around travel time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eHome-based control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome-based is the leanest option because it avoids office rent, but it still needs a dedicated work area, secure storage, reliable internet, and a clean customer handoff process. The win is lower fixed overhead; the risk is weak separation between home and business if you skip signage, security, and a proper intake setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eRepair Tools, Diagnostics, And Bench Equipment Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBench Build\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis setup is the workbench that lets a repair shop diagnose, repair, clean, test, and safely handle laptops and PCs. The source plan allocates \u003cstrong\u003e$42,000\u003c\/strong\u003e across tools, workshop gear, testing equipment, IT gear, and backup power, so the budget stays focused on durable assets, not operating cash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCost Build\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimate this with \u003cstrong\u003eunits × unit price\u003c\/strong\u003e and vendor quotes. The plan breaks into \u003cstrong\u003e$8,500\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostics, \u003cstrong\u003e$6,800\u003c\/strong\u003e workshop gear, \u003cstrong\u003e$9,200\u003c\/strong\u003e testing tools, \u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e computer and IT equipment, and \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e backup power. Keep \u003cstrong\u003eESD mats\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewrist straps\u003c\/strong\u003e, meters, cables, test monitors, storage, and bench lighting in scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude soldering tools only if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuy bench items for daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse quotes before final spend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpend Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim cost by buying durable bench gear once and skipping consumer-grade tools that fail under daily use. Do not push \u003cstrong\u003eparts inventory\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esoftware subscriptions\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003epayroll runway\u003c\/strong\u003e into this CAPEX bucket. One clean rule helps: if it is used to test or repair devices, it belongs here; if it pays staff or stock, it does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eScope Check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor laptop board work, add \u003cstrong\u003esoldering tools\u003c\/strong\u003e; if not, leave them out. Prioritize test monitors, diagnostic drives, cleaning tools, meters, and safe storage first, because those items support intake, fault-finding, and turnaround speed on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eInitial Replacement Parts And Consumables Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLaunch stock\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003e$18,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 3\u003c\/strong\u003e as launch stock, not a standing cost of goods sold plan. It covers parts on hand before demand is proven, so repairs don’t stall while you wait on suppliers. This is a cash timing decision, not a promise that every dollar will turn fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat it covers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock should cover \u003cstrong\u003eSSDs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRAM\u003c\/strong\u003e, chargers, cables, adapters, thermal paste, screws, cleaning supplies, fans, batteries, and limited laptop components. Size it with \u003cstrong\u003eunits × unit price\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus supplier quotes and a simple months-of-coverage target. Keep the list tied to expected tickets, not a wish list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to size it\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not overbuy model-specific parts before demand is proven. Replenishment should track \u003cstrong\u003eYear 1 Hardware Parts \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003e180%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, then be refined by service mix: Hardware Repair \u003cstrong\u003e400%\u003c\/strong\u003e, Virus Removal \u003cstrong\u003e350%\u003c\/strong\u003e, Monthly Monitoring \u003cstrong\u003e450%\u003c\/strong\u003e, and On-Site Support \u003cstrong\u003e250%\u003c\/strong\u003e. Buy for the mix you actually sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBuy less, move faster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep fast movers in stock and order niche parts only after repeat demand shows up. A lean shelf cuts dead cash and shrink risk, while still covering common jobs. The win is simple: enough inventory to finish today’s repairs, but not so much that slow parts sit for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eSoftware, Website, And Business Systems Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSetup Stack\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your repair flow depends on tickets, approvals, and remote access, software is not a side cost. Separate one-time setup from monthly tools so you can price jobs, collect payment, and track device custody cleanly. In year 1, software licensing and tools run at \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, so the stack has to support margin, not just convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat To Buy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild the setup from quotes for ticketing, invoicing, point-of-sale, scheduling, remote support, diagnostics, antivirus, domain, hosting, website setup, customer messaging, and bookkeeping connection. Use vendor quotes, user count, and months of coverage to price it. This launch layer turns calls into tracked jobs and approved work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMonthly Burn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat subscriptions as operating cost, not startup cost. Watch \u003cstrong\u003e$200\u003c\/strong\u003e a month for phone and communications, \u003cstrong\u003e$800\u003c\/strong\u003e a month for accounting and legal services, and payment processing fees at \u003cstrong\u003e25%\u003c\/strong\u003e of year-one revenue. One clean rule: if a tool does not speed intake, custody, payment, or monitoring, cut it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eWorkflow Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the stack to ticket tracking, customer approval, device custody, payment collection, and recurring monthly monitoring. That keeps every job auditable and makes subscription support easy to bill. The risk is tool sprawl; too many apps create duplicate data and missed charges. Keep one system of record for tickets and one for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCompliance, Insurance, Professional Setup, And Launch Marketing Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLaunch readiness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003epre-opening setup\u003c\/strong\u003e, not ongoing overhead. Budget for business registration, local permits where needed, \u003cstrong\u003e$450\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly business insurance, and \u003cstrong\u003e$800\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly accounting and legal services. Add one-time legal forms, intake paperwork, device release forms, warranty terms, and data handling policy so you can take custody of personal devices and files with clear rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTrust docs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese setup costs cover the paperwork that makes a repair business feel safe: customer intake, device release, warranty policy, data handling policy, review request process, and local listings. Estimate them with filing fees, template costs, and any attorney or accountant quotes. One line matters: \u003cstrong\u003eclear forms reduce disputes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse signed intake forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack device custody\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublish warranty terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLaunch ads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first advertising push is sized at \u003cstrong\u003e$24,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for Year 1. At a \u003cstrong\u003e$120 CAC\u003c\/strong\u003e (customer acquisition cost), that budget supports about \u003cstrong\u003e200 customers\u003c\/strong\u003e under plan assumptions. Use it to seed reviews, local listings, and first jobs, because repairs depend on trust and fast first contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch spend to CAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack leads by source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush reviews after each job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-ico%0An.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eKeep it lean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep compliance and marketing tight by using standard templates, basic local listings, and a simple review request flow. Don’t bury launch costs inside monthly overhead. One clean rule: \u003cstrong\u003epay once for setup, then measure every dollar against booked jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCompare 3 Startup Cost Scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-scenario-table\" aria-label=\"Computer Repair Service Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Computer Repair Service Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-note-label=\"Planning note\" data-note-text=\"Scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions, not exact quotes, and should be checked against local rent, labor, and parts pricing.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-scenario-table-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-eyebrow\"\u003eScenario table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-description\"\u003eComputer repair startup costs swing with setup scope: a lean mobile model keeps tools and stock light, while a full storefront adds rent, parts, and testing gear. The base case uses the researched $108,000 CAPEX plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-actions\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-scenario-table-export\" type=\"button\" data-scenario-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-scenario-table-grid\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eLean, base, and full launch cost bands\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-stub\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Scenario\"\u003eScenario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Lean Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eLean Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eMobile-first\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Base Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eBase Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eFunded base case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Full Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eFull Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eStorefront build\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Launch model\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-launch\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-launch-model.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eLaunch model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"This launch uses a home-based or mobile-first model with limited shop setup and tighter parts inventory.\"\u003eThis launch uses a home-based or mobile-first model with limited shop setup and tighter parts inventory.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"This is the researched base case: a small shop and field-service launch with the $108,000 CAPEX plan plus $24,000 Year 1 marketing.\"\u003eThis is the researched base case: a small shop and field-service launch with the $108,000 CAPEX plan plus $24,000 Year 1 marketing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"This launch adds a heavier storefront setup, larger parts stock, and more specialized testing gear, so the cash need rises.\"\u003eThis launch adds a heavier storefront setup, larger parts stock, and more specialized testing gear, so the cash need rises.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Typical setup\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-setup\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-typical-setup.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eTypical setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Keep overhead light with basic tools, a small stock room, and on-site calls.\"\u003eKeep overhead light with basic tools, a small stock room, and on-site calls.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Use the listed tools, parts inventory, vehicle, office setup, and security and IT equipment.\"\u003eUse the listed tools, parts inventory, vehicle, office setup, and security and IT equipment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Plan for a bigger shop, deeper inventory, and more working capital for slower payback.\"\u003ePlan for a bigger shop, deeper inventory, and more working capital for slower payback.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Cost drivers\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-drivers\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-cost-drivers.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eCost drivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Basic tools; Small parts stock; Mobile service vehicle; Light marketing\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall parts stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobile service vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Tools; Parts inventory; Vehicle; Office setup; Year 1 marketing\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear 1 marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Storefront buildout; Larger parts stock; Testing equipment; Working capital; Added staff\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorefront buildout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger parts stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesting equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking capital\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdded staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Planning range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-range\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-planning-range.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003ePlanning range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-subtitle\"\u003eCAPEX only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Below base CAPEX\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eBelow base CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eLow upfront spend\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$108,000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$108,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eCore funding case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Above base CAPEX\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eAbove base CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eHighest funding need\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Best fit\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-fit\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-best-fit.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eBest fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for solo owners who want to test demand before leasing space or hiring ahead of revenue.\"\u003eBest for solo owners who want to test demand before leasing space or hiring ahead of revenue.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for founders who can fund the $108,000 build and the Month 2 $818,000 cash low point.\"\u003eBest for founders who can fund the $108,000 build and the Month 2 $818,000 cash low point.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for teams aiming for a walk-in shop with enough funding to absorb a larger early cash burn.\"\u003eBest for teams aiming for a walk-in shop with enough funding to absorb a larger early cash burn.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-table-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions, not exact quotes, and should be checked against local rent, labor, and parts pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FinancialModelsLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303770923251,"sku":"computer-repair-startup-costs","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/6191\/2762\/files\/computer-repair-startup-costs.webp?v=1782679493","url":"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\/products\/computer-repair-startup-costs","provider":"Financial Models Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}