{"product_id":"game-console-repair-startup-costs","title":"Game Console Repair Service Startup Costs: $37K CAPEX Plus Cash","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA game console repair service costs about \u003cstrong\u003e$29,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for a lean bench-and-inventory setup based on modeled core assets, or \u003cstrong\u003e$37,300 in CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e for the storefront-ready setup in the research data Total funding need is broader than CAPEX because you still need pre-opening operating costs, working capital for replacement parts, warranty redo work, deposits if required, and launch marketing A staffed storefront also carries about \u003cstrong\u003e$15,650 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e before ads, from \u003cstrong\u003e$3,900\u003c\/strong\u003e in fixed overhead and \u003cstrong\u003e$11,750\u003c\/strong\u003e in Month 1 wages These are researched planning assumptions, not vendor quotes, and owner draw or debt service should be funded separately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\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=\"Game Console 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=\"Game Console Repair Service Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-note-title=\"What's excluded\" data-note-text=\"This calculator covers only capitalized startup assets. It excludes initial parts inventory, payroll runway, rent deposits, debt service, working capital, and marketing spend.\"\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\"\u003eEstimates the one-time capitalized startup assets for a game console repair shop only.\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\u003eSoldering and rework gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eBench soldering stations, tip sets, and core repair hand tools.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"soldering_and_rework_gear\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Soldering and rework gear\" data-capex-note=\"Bench soldering stations, tip sets, and core repair hand tools.\" data-lean=\"3600\" data-base=\"4500\" data-full=\"5800\" name=\"soldering_and_rework_gear\" 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\u003eDiagnostic microscopes and tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMicroscopes, probes, and bench diagnostic equipment.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"diagnostic_microscopes_tools\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Diagnostic microscopes and tools\" data-capex-note=\"Microscopes, probes, and bench diagnostic equipment.\" data-lean=\"2500\" data-base=\"3200\" data-full=\"4100\" name=\"diagnostic_microscopes_tools\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"3,200\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop furniture and benches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eWork tables, benches, storage, and shop fixtures.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"workshop_furniture_benches\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Workshop furniture and benches\" data-capex-note=\"Work tables, benches, storage, and shop fixtures.\" data-lean=\"4300\" data-base=\"5500\" data-full=\"7000\" name=\"workshop_furniture_benches\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"5,500\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoint-of-sale and computer hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCheckout terminal, booking setup, and office computer hardware.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"pos_computer_hardware\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Point-of-sale and computer hardware\" data-capex-note=\"Checkout terminal, booking setup, and office computer hardware.\" data-lean=\"3000\" data-base=\"3800\" data-full=\"4800\" name=\"pos_computer_hardware\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"3,800\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop fit-out, signage, cleaning, and ventilation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFront signage, ultrasonic cleaning equipment, and HVAC or ventilation upgrades.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"shop_fitout_signage_cleaning_ventilation\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Shop fit-out, signage, cleaning, and ventilation\" data-capex-note=\"Front signage, ultrasonic cleaning equipment, and HVAC or ventilation upgrades.\" data-lean=\"6600\" data-base=\"8300\" data-full=\"10200\" name=\"shop_fitout_signage_cleaning_ventilation\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"8,300\"\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\u003eCovers install gaps, price swings, and small overruns.\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=\"0\" max=\"20\" step=\"0.5\" data-lean=\"5\" 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\"\u003eCAPEX output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-total\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTotal startup CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-capex-output=\"totalCapex\"\u003e$27,830\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$25,300\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eContingency amount\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"contingencyAmount\"\u003e$2,530\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLargest cost driver\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"largestDriver\"\u003eShop fit-out, signage, cleaning, and ventilation\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\u003eSoldering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"soldering_and_rework_gear\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 18%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"soldering_and_rework_gear\"\u003e18%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"diagnostic_microscopes_tools\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 13%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"diagnostic_microscopes_tools\"\u003e13%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFurniture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"workshop_furniture_benches\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 22%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"workshop_furniture_benches\"\u003e22%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePOS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"pos_computer_hardware\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 15%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"pos_computer_hardware\"\u003e15%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFit-out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"shop_fitout_signage_cleaning_ventilation\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 33%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"shop_fitout_signage_cleaning_ventilation\"\u003e33%\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's excluded\u003c\/strong\u003e This calculator covers only capitalized startup assets. It excludes initial parts inventory, payroll runway, rent deposits, debt service, working capital, and marketing spend.\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 does the startup cost tab show?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/game-console-repair-financial-model\"\u003eGame Console Repair Service Financial Model Template\u003c\/a\u003e screenshot shows \u003cstrong\u003e$37,300\u003c\/strong\u003e CAPEX, startup expenses, launch timing, cash flow, and depreciation. Open it and review assumptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eModel screenshot highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$37.3k CAPEX total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldering, diagnostics, parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning, ventilation, benches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignage, POS hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware, insurance, security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarketing, payroll timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepreciation and amortization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValidate quotes, leases, minimums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck launch conversion data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear 1–5 schedule\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\/game-console-repair-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_70d283b6-3f87-4232-8c81-025e4699e57f.webp\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"preview-img\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/game-console-repair-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_70d283b6-3f87-4232-8c81-025e4699e57f.webp?width=500\" alt=\"Game Console Repair Service Financial Model capex inputs showing capital expenditure items and timelines, letting users customize equipment purchases, setup costs and depreciation for accurate funding and planning.\"\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;\"\u003eHow should you fund a game console repair business startup plan?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFund \u003cstrong\u003eGame Console Repair Service\u003c\/strong\u003e by covering the \u003cstrong\u003e$37,300 CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e first, then add startup expenses, working capital, payroll runway, deposits, and \u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1 marketing. Under the model, that points to \u003cstrong\u003e$993,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1 revenue, \u003cstrong\u003e$503,000 EBITDA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emonth-3 break-even\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e6-month payback\u003c\/strong\u003e. At a \u003cstrong\u003e$15 CAC\u003c\/strong\u003e, the marketing budget implies about \u003cstrong\u003e800 customers\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the funding plan only works if those assumptions hold.\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\u003eFund first\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover \u003cstrong\u003e$37,300 CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e upfront\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd startup and working capital\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReserve payroll runway early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude deposits and marketing cash\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\u003eVerify before funding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet real local rent quotes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck wage offers in writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm parts supplier lead times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest \u003cstrong\u003e$15 CAC\u003c\/strong\u003e against actual demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat drives game console repair equipment costs and parts inventory cost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a Game Console Repair Service, costs rise with service scope: basic repairs need soldering stations, diagnostic tools, bench tools, an ESD workspace, and fast-moving parts. A starter setup can include \u003cstrong\u003e$4,500\u003c\/strong\u003e soldering stations, \u003cstrong\u003e$3,200\u003c\/strong\u003e digital microscopes and diagnostic tools, \u003cstrong\u003e$1,800\u003c\/strong\u003e ultrasonic cleaner, \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e benches, and \u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in initial parts inventory. Year 1 gets tight fast because replacement components can run \u003cstrong\u003e180%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, with inbound freight at \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e and packaging and shop consumables at \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\u003eBasic repair setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$4,500\u003c\/strong\u003e soldering stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$3,200\u003c\/strong\u003e microscopes and diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$1,800\u003c\/strong\u003e ultrasonic cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e benches\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\u003eInventory cost drivers\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 starting parts inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue for replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e inbound freight cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e packaging and consumables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat hidden costs come with starting a game console repair business?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting a \u003cstrong\u003eGame Console Repair Service\u003c\/strong\u003e is not just about tools and workbenches; the hidden costs stack up fast. For example, the fixed overhead is \u003cstrong\u003e$3,900 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003e$2,800\u003c\/strong\u003e rent, \u003cstrong\u003e$450\u003c\/strong\u003e utilities and internet, \u003cstrong\u003e$150\u003c\/strong\u003e insurance, \u003cstrong\u003e$120\u003c\/strong\u003e software, \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e professional services, and \u003cstrong\u003e$80\u003c\/strong\u003e security, while Year 1 merchant fees run at \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue. If you’re mapping the money side, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/kpi-metrics\/game-console-repair\"\u003eWhat Five KPIs Should Game Console Repair Service Business Track?\u003c\/a\u003e is the right lens for watching cash, repairs, and margins.\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\u003eUpfront cash drains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRent deposits\u003c\/strong\u003e before opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility setup\u003c\/strong\u003e and internet activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsurance binder\u003c\/strong\u003e cash due early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaunch ads\u003c\/strong\u003e and packaging buys\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\u003eOperating leak points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParts shrinkage\u003c\/strong\u003e and dead stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturns\u003c\/strong\u003e and warranty redo work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePayment fees\u003c\/strong\u003e hit every sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorking capital\u003c\/strong\u003e funds early reorders\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=\"Game Console Repair Service Startup Cost Summary\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Game Console Repair Service Startup Cost Summary.xlsx\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Game Console 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 breaks startup costs into the main repair-shop assets plus excluded opening cash needs for a game console repair service.\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$29,800\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$858,000\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$887,800\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=\"10000\" data-base=\"12000\" data-high=\"14000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInitial Parts Inventory Stock\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\"\u003eReplacement parts and repair turnaround\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=\"3800\" data-base=\"4500\" data-high=\"5200\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional Soldering Stations and Repair Tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$4,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eBench tools and diagnostic gear\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=\"4800\" data-base=\"5500\" data-high=\"6500\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop Furniture and ESD Setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$5,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eBenches, anti-static setup, and shop fit-out\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=\"3200\" data-base=\"3800\" data-high=\"4600\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoint of Sale and Computer Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$3,800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eBooking, ticketing, and checkout 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=\"3500\" data-base=\"4000\" data-high=\"4800\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHVAC and Ventilation Upgrades\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$4,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eShop airflow and compliance 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 class=\"is-excluded\" data-summary-row data-low=\"820000\" data-base=\"858000\" data-high=\"920000\" data-capex=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Cash Reserve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$858,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eMonth 1 wages, $3,900 fixed overhead, launch marketing, and ramp burn\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 are planning assumptions; non-CAPEX cash covers launch burn and operating needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eGame Console Repair Service Core Five Startup Costs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eRepair Tools and Diagnostic 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\u003eStarter Tool Stack\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA clean launch needs a \u003cstrong\u003esoldering station\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand tools, diagnostic meters, bright lighting, \u003cstrong\u003eESD protection\u003c\/strong\u003e, and intake test devices. This stack supports HDMI-style port work, charging issues, overheating, disc drive failures, controller faults, and board-level checks without buying every advanced bench tool on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\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\u003eModeled CAPEX\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUse quote-based budgeting, then split the spend by station. The model includes \u003cstrong\u003e$4,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for professional soldering stations and \u003cstrong\u003e$3,200\u003c\/strong\u003e for digital microscopes and diagnostic tools. That covers the core bench, but not inventory, rent, or software. One quick check: units × unit price × number of workstations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eQuote each bench station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMatch tools to repair types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eKeep intake testers separate.\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\u003eAdvanced Bench\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnce Month 1 repairs are set, add hot-air rework, deeper microscopes, \u003cstrong\u003eultrasonic cleaning at $1,800\u003c\/strong\u003e, donor boards, and more test gear. That step is for finer board-level work and faster turnaround, but only after the team can use the basic bench well. Don’t buy deep tools before the first repair mix is clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDelay gear until demand proves it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBuy donor boards by repair mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSkip tools for outsourced jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n  \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;\"\u003eMonth 1 Scope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe key question is simple: which repairs are done in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 1\u003c\/strong\u003e, and which ones are outsourced? Start with the tools needed for intake, diagnosis, common port and power faults, and then map any advanced board work to outside partners until volume justifies the extra CAPEX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eReplacement Parts and Consumables Inventory 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\u003eOpen with \u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in parts and consumables. Build it from the repair mix: controller parts, screens where needed, power components, port assemblies, thermal paste, adhesives, screws, donor boards, labels, packaging, and shop consumables. Size the first buy from expected units per month, unit quotes, and lead times, not from a generic parts list.\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\u003eParts COGS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep launch stock separate from ongoing cost of goods sold. In Year 1, replacement components run \u003cstrong\u003e180%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, inbound freight is \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e, and packaging and shop consumables are \u003cstrong\u003e20%\u003c\/strong\u003e. Replacement parts can outgrow sales fast, so cash planning has to cover both the shelf and the reorder cycle.\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\u003eStock control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep depth aligned to the service scope and repair mix. Stock more fast movers and fewer rare donor boards. Use vendor quotes, reorder points, and small test buys, then check incoming parts for fit and quality. \u003cstrong\u003eCounterfeit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elow-quality\u003c\/strong\u003e, and return-prone parts look cheap but usually cost more in rework and warranty swaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch stock to repair mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest suppliers before bulk buys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReject slow or suspect parts\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;\"\u003eWaste guardrails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch dead stock, returns, and warranty replacements from day one. If a part does not move inside its lead-time window, stop reordering it. Track each SKU by use rate and failure rate, and keep labels, packaging, and shop consumables lean. The best inventory plan is the one that keeps the bench moving without tying up cash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eShop Setup, Workbench, and Intake Space 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\u003eA proper repair space needs \u003cstrong\u003eESD workstations\u003c\/strong\u003e, anti-static mats, task lighting, seating, an intake counter, shelving, locked storage, device bins, and modest leasehold fixes. In the model, \u003cstrong\u003efurniture and benches cost $5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e. Price it as line items, not one lump sum, so you can see what each station really adds to the startup budget.\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\u003eLean Intake\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ehome-based setup\u003c\/strong\u003e can skip retail lease and signage costs, but it still needs benches, storage, security, and a clean intake flow for devices and tickets. That keeps the first build smaller and simpler. The key question is whether Month 1 work happens at home or in a storefront, because the space choice drives fixed cost fast.\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\u003eStorefront Add-Ons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you open a storefront, add \u003cstrong\u003e$2,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for signage and \u003cstrong\u003e$4,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for HVAC or ventilation upgrades. The model also carries \u003cstrong\u003e$2,800 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e in rent. That means the space budget is not just buildout; it also adds ongoing cash burn every month, so lease terms matter as much as the initial fit-out.\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;\"\u003eVentilation Check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat, fumes, and dust are not side issues in repair work. If the shop will handle soldering or board-level work, ventilation and airflow need to be designed in early, because fixing them later is usually more expensive than building them right the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eSoftware, POS, Ticketing, and Security 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\u003eWhat it covers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cost covers the system that tracks each job from intake to pickup: \u003cstrong\u003ePOS terminals\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003elabel printer\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecameras\u003c\/strong\u003e, intake devices, ticketing setup, and payment processing. Modeled hardware is \u003cstrong\u003e$3,800\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus booking and inventory software at \u003cstrong\u003e$120 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e and security monitoring at \u003cstrong\u003e$80 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e. It should match repair volume and device custody needs.\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\u003eBudget math\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimate it from three inputs: hardware quotes, monthly subscriptions, and Year 1 card volume. The model assumes merchant processing fees at \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e of Year 1 revenue, so cash drains fast if most jobs are paid by card. Keep the stack only if it cuts lost tickets, missed approvals, or inventory errors.\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\u003eCash placement\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut prepaid hardware in \u003cstrong\u003eCAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e. Put subscriptions in \u003cstrong\u003epre-opening\u003c\/strong\u003e or operating expenses unless you pay them up front. That split matters for cash planning and loan sizing, since the \u003cstrong\u003e$120\u003c\/strong\u003e software fee and \u003cstrong\u003e$80\u003c\/strong\u003e monitoring fee repeat every month while the \u003cstrong\u003e$3,800\u003c\/strong\u003e hardware spend happens once.\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;\"\u003eControl the job flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the system to record customer approvals, repair status updates, warranty records, payments, inventory counts, and device custody. One clean intake flow cuts disputes, and barcode labels make parts and devices easier to track. If the software cannot show who had the unit, when it moved, and what was approved, it's the wrong stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLicenses, Insurance, Professional Setup, and Launch 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\u003eSet the rules\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEntity setup\u003c\/strong\u003e comes first, then the local business license and any \u003cstrong\u003esales tax registration\u003c\/strong\u003e your city or state requires. Keep it practical: file the entity, post basic \u003cstrong\u003eservice terms\u003c\/strong\u003e, get a \u003cstrong\u003erepair waiver\u003c\/strong\u003e, and publish a \u003cstrong\u003ewarranty policy\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a repair shop, compliance should match the exact services you sell, not a generic template.\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\u003eTrack the work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up bookkeeping before opening so intake, deposits, parts, and redo work all hit the right accounts. Add the \u003cstrong\u003ewebsite\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elocal search profile\u003c\/strong\u003e at launch, since customers usually find a nearby repair shop before they call. One clean rule: if you cannot trace a job from check-in to pickup, your books are too loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack each device by ticket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore waivers with the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLog warranty claims separately.\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\u003ePrice the launch\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan on \u003cstrong\u003e$150\u003c\/strong\u003e per month for general liability insurance and \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e per month for professional services and accounting, or \u003cstrong\u003e$4,800\u003c\/strong\u003e a year combined. Add a \u003cstrong\u003e$12,000\u003c\/strong\u003e launch marketing budget; at \u003cstrong\u003e$15\u003c\/strong\u003e CAC, that model supports about \u003cstrong\u003e800\u003c\/strong\u003e customer wins if the funnel holds. Get insurance binders before opening.\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\/%0Afml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eHold cash back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep a separate working-capital reserve for \u003cstrong\u003ewarranty redo work\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eparts returns\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eearly cash timing\u003c\/strong\u003e. That reserve matters because repairs can start now, but supplier credits and customer cash can lag. Don’t bury it inside parts inventory; one bad week can otherwise eat the cash you need for the next intake cycle.\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=\"Game Console Repair Service Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Game Console Repair Service Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-note-label=\"Planning note\" data-note-text=\"Scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions, not exact vendor quotes or local bids.\"\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\"\u003eStartup cost scenarios\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-description\"\u003eLean, base, and full launches change cash needs fast because this shop's costs swing between equipment, rent, and staffing. The right fit depends on repair depth and monthly volume.\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\"\u003eHome-based testing\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\"\u003eSmall storefront launch\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\"\u003eHigher-capacity repair shop\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=\"Start with a small repair bench and focus on diagnostics plus light hardware fixes.\"\u003eStart with a small repair bench and focus on diagnostics plus light hardware fixes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Open a small storefront that handles diagnostics, repairs, and light refurbishment.\"\u003eOpen a small storefront that handles diagnostics, repairs, and light refurbishment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Run a larger shop built for board-level repair, more throughput, and wider service coverage.\"\u003eRun a larger shop built for board-level repair, more throughput, and wider service coverage.\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=\"Use the core asset subset: soldering stations, diagnostic tools, parts inventory, benches, and POS hardware.\"\u003eUse the core asset subset: soldering stations, diagnostic tools, parts inventory, benches, and POS hardware.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Use the lean setup plus storefront signage, HVAC and ventilation, and ultrasonic cleaning equipment.\"\u003eUse the lean setup plus storefront signage, HVAC and ventilation, and ultrasonic cleaning equipment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Use the same source CAPEX as the base case, then add deeper staffing, more parts stock, and extra working capital.\"\u003eUse the same source CAPEX as the base case, then add deeper staffing, more parts stock, and extra working capital.\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=\"Soldering stations; diagnostic tools; parts inventory; benches; POS hardware\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldering stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediagnostic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eparts inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebenches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOS hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Core equipment; storefront signage; HVAC upgrades; ultrasonic cleaning; retail rent\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estorefront signage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eultrasonic cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eretail rent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Base CAPEX; added technicians; deeper inventory; working capital; customer service staffing\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase CAPEX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadded technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edeeper inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworking capital\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecustomer service staffing\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=\"$29,000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$29,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eLean setup\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$37,300\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$37,300\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eStorefront setup\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"CAPEX plus working capital\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eCAPEX plus working capital\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eHigher scale\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 a home-based repair test before renting space.\"\u003eBest for a home-based repair test before renting space.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for a small storefront launch with steady walk-in traffic.\"\u003eBest for a small storefront launch with steady walk-in traffic.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for operators targeting higher repair volume and board-level work.\"\u003eBest for operators targeting higher repair volume and board-level work.\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 vendor quotes or local bids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FinancialModelsLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303659970803,"sku":"game-console-repair-startup-costs","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/6191\/2762\/files\/game-console-repair-startup-costs.webp?v=1782683174","url":"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\/products\/game-console-repair-startup-costs","provider":"Financial Models Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}