Video help to repair your own appliances
Starting costs about $4,690 in the United States and 828,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $1,450 net per month in the United States and 376,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 9 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
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The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4,690 | $1,450 |
| Nigeria | 828,000 NGN | 376,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £3,170 | £1,000 |
| Kenya | 203,000 KES | 50,900 KES |
| India | 106,000 INR | 37,100 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Many faults in appliances, bikes or small devices are easy to fix, but people don’t dare, can’t find a repairer, or find a callout too expensive.
The solution
Video sessions where an experienced repairer guides the client step by step, backed by a tutorial library and a list of parts to order.
Your customers
Beginner DIYers, people in remote areas, tenants and small organisations keen to cut waste and spending.
How you make money
15 to 35 € per 20 to 40 minute session, tutorial subscription of 6 to 10 € per month, small commission on recommended parts.
Competition
Free online videos, help forums, volunteer repair cafés, home repairers and manufacturer after-sales services.
Who has an edge
A patient repairer who explains clearly on camera, specialised in one family of devices, able to diagnose remotely and say when a pro is needed.
The risks
Rule out dangerous work (gas, high voltage, devices under warranty) and say so clearly; liability for accidents; clients reluctant to pay versus free content.
The first 3 steps
- Pick a device family and list the twenty most common faults
- Run ten free video sessions to refine the method
- Write clear safety rules and limits
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €1,450 − costs €450 = €1,000 net per month. Revenue: 40 sessions × €25 + 50 subscribers × €8 + €50 commissions. Costs: video platform, advertising, software, payment fees, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Video repair help?
About $4,690 (United States), 828,000 NGN (Nigeria), £3,170 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 250 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $1,450 (United States), 376,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,000 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 9 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Rule out dangerous work (gas, high voltage, devices under warranty) and say so clearly; liability for accidents; clients reluctant to pay versus free content.
Where do I start?
1. Pick a device family and list the twenty most common faults 2. Run ten free video sessions to refine the method 3. Write clear safety rules and limits
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