Windshield Repair
There are a number of companies offering kits to launch
your own windshield repair business. This type of business
has a low startup cost with kits normally in the $300
range and up. Some places charge
several hundred for a repair kit, then try to up sell
you other materials or training costing thousands of
dollars.
One problem is that many states have mandatory laws
requiring auto insurance to always cover the price
of windshield repair or replacement, and given the
option, most people will take it to a glass installer
for a brand new replacement rather than finding someone
to simply repair a small rock chip or crack.
The sales copy is typical of most places, promising
$50-$100 an hour. The problem with that is I cannot
imagine finding that much work for a windshield repair
business when people can have it replaced usually at
no cost to them (not even a deductible) in most states.
It makes it rather a hard sell.
One option with the startup of your business is
be to contract with companies who have fleets or repair
shops
who
want
to out source
the
glass
work. Many places will not pay top dollar in exchange
for an exclusive contract, and they will almost always
require experience and references.This leaves having
to advertise locally, often at significant cost
and often with little return,
since it must all be within reasonable driving
distance.
All in all, when it comes to a windshield repair
business, many other more profitable
businesses
come to mind. I would only
recommend a windshield repair business to someone with
experience
in the
field of automotive glass installation and glazing,
and who already has contacts with
local businesses. If you're new to business then
I don't recommend a windshield repair business. Perhaps
someone who is already in automotive repair would
branch into this, and add to their income.
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