How to start a mobile service for repairing and re-stuffing bean bag chairs?

The 'On-Site Fix-It' and 'Pellet Procurement' Specialist 🛠️🪑 This is a fantastic niche service that capitalizes on customer convenience and avoids high delivery costs. Your value is the hassle-free doorstep service. 1. The Mobile Workshop: Your only investment is a reliable vehicle (a small van or a large scooter with a carrier box) and quality equipment. * Tools: Heavy-duty sewing kit (industrial thread, upholstery needles), fabric swatches for patching, and a portable vacuum cleaner (to deal with stray pellets). * Pellet Management: The biggest challenge is the refilling process. You need specialized funnels and a clean, sealed system to transfer the EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) or EPP (Expanded Polypropylene) pellets without making a mess. Your ability to refill cleanly on-site is your primary selling point. 2. Sourcing & Pricing: * Pellets: Buy EPS pellets in bulk directly from manufacturers or large wholesalers. This is where your profit margin lies. Charge per kilogram of pellets used. * Repair: Charge a fixed fee for minor repairs (zipper replacement, seam stitching) and an hourly rate for major fabric replacements. 3. Marketing: Target apartment complexes, college dormitories, and co-working spaces. Run simple ads on local Facebook groups (e.g., "Bean Bag Sagging? We Come to You!"). Pro-Tip: Offer a "Pellet Quality Upgrade" service—use higher-density EPP pellets which compress less over time and charge a premium for the improved longevity.