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Phone and Computer Screen Repair

Mobile phone and computer screen repair service

Video published Aug 7, 2026 by David Explains Money

Startup cost: Low startup cost (specialized repair tools, replacement parts, and a small workspace or mobile setup) (our estimate; the video doesn’t give figures)

Source video

David Explains Money · 10 BORING BUSINESSES That Quietly Make Money ↗

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What It Is

Repair cracked phone and computer screens, either from a small fixed space (even a counter or mall kiosk) or as a mobile service traveling to the client's home or office, competing on speed and on-the-spot repair rather than price against big repair chains, and pursuing ongoing maintenance contracts with small businesses and schools that need constant equipment upkeep.

The Pitch

The presenter frames the real margin as being in labor and speed rather than parts cost, and recommends specializing in the two or three most common phone/device brands in your area to repair them faster and serve more customers per day, while building recurring revenue through maintenance contracts with schools and small businesses rather than relying only on one-off individual repairs.

Who It’s Best For

Someone with (or willing to learn) hands-on repair skill, comfortable either running a small physical setup or traveling to clients, and willing to pursue B2B maintenance contracts for steadier income.

The Truth (as we see it)

The core competitive strategy (speed and on-the-spot service instead of price competition, plus recurring B2B contracts) is sound and specific. Skill development and reliable parts sourcing take real time to build up before the business is genuinely competitive, and the video doesn't go deep into typical repair training timelines or costs.

Our assessment, based on the video and what’s typical across similar videos. We don’t independently verify income claims or prices.

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