Appliance Repair Service
Every home has appliances. All of them break eventually.
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Appliance repair services fix refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, and HVAC systems in residential and commercial settings. The opportunity is massive: the average US home has 10+ appliances, most built to last 10–15 years, and repair is almost always cheaper than replacement. A single repair visit can generate $200–$500+ in labor and parts revenue. Professional appliance repair companies report 35–45% net profit margins with recurring 90+ customer satisfaction scores. The moat: manufacturer certifications (GE, Whirlpool, LG, Samsung) that lock you into premium pricing. Recurring maintenance contracts for commercial properties (restaurants, laundromats) provide predictable base revenue.
Avg Revenue
$450K
Profit Margin
38%
Acquisition Multiple
1.8x - 3.5x
Startup Cost
$25K - $75K
How It Works
Customers call for repairs. Technicians diagnose issues over the phone or on-site, provide quotes, and schedule repairs. Revenue is split: 60–80% labor at $95–$150/hour, 20–40% parts markup (typically 2–3x cost). Commercial contracts (restaurants, laundromats, apartment complexes) provide recurring maintenance revenue on fixed schedules. Mobile service (technician visits customer homes) generates higher margins than storefront models.
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Why it may work
- +Attractive 38% estimated margin profile
- +SBA dataset shows 9 recent comparable loans
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Real Acquisitions in This Category
SBA 7(a) change-of-ownership loans · NAICS 811412 · Appliance Repair and Maintenance
Deal Size Distribution
Deal Flow Over Time
Financing Profile
Recent Comparable Deals
| Closed | State | Loan | Implied deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | MI | $3.3M | $3.9M |
| Sep 2025 | OH | $963K | $1.1M |
| Aug 2025 | FL | $400K | $471K |
| Mar 2025 | IN | $895K | $1.1M |
| Mar 2025 | IN | $100K | $118K |
| Oct 2024 | FL | $2.0M | $2.4M |
| Sep 2024 | AZ | $744K | $875K |
| Aug 2024 | TX | $1.2M | $1.4M |
| Jul 2024 | CA | $170K | $200K |
| Dec 2023 | MN | $139K | $164K |
Source: SBA 7(a) FOIA dataset, filtered to acquisitions (loans where business age is "Change of Ownership"). Implied deal size assumes an 85% loan-to-purchase ratio, a common SBA change-of-ownership structure. Charge-off rate shown only when 10+ loans have resolved (paid in full or charged off). Interest rates reflect last 24 months only. Actual deal values vary with equity injections, seller financing, and working capital terms.
Pros
- +Recession-resistant — people repair appliances before replacing them
- +Service calls generate $300–$600+ per visit in labor + parts revenue
- +Manufacturer certifications create competitive moats and premium pricing
- +Commercial contracts (restaurants, laundromats) provide recurring base revenue
- +35–45% net profit margins with mature routes
- +Scalable — add technicians and service territory without major capital increases
Cons
- -Requires certified, skilled technicians — hard to hire and retain
- -Parts inventory can tie up $10K–$30K in working capital
- -Mobile service has vehicle/fuel costs and scheduling complexity
- -OEM exclusivity on some brands limits market access
- -Emergency calls create unpredictable scheduling and labor costs
Best For
Operators with HVAC or mechanical backgrounds; franchisees of national repair networks
Operating Costs
Primary costs: certified technician labor ($50K–$80K/year per tech), vehicle expenses (fuel, maintenance, insurance), parts inventory, and scheduling software. Commercial/residential mix impacts margins — commercial typically 5–10% higher.
SBA Financing Estimator
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Where to Buy
Find appliance repair and home service businesses for sale
Franchise opportunities in appliance repair and home services
Multi-service franchise including appliance repair opportunities
Acquisition Score
Scores margin (30), entry multiple (25), SBA market depth (20), category risk (15), and deal momentum (10). Higher = better acquisition candidate.
Quick Facts
- Category
- service
- Difficulty
- 3/5
- Buy price
- $810K–$1.6M
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