Franchise Information
- BFA Membership Status
- UK Years Established8 years
- Current UK Coverage20%
- Franchisee Support Staff5
- Personal Investment Req.£28,000
- Total Startup Cost£22,950
- Territory-based business locationYes
- Franchisee operates individuallyYes
- Full-time working hoursYes
Next Steps
Tired of Long Hours and Working for Someone Else?
Mobile Repair Franchise

For many people working in skilled, hands-on roles, there comes a point where the focus shifts from simply earning a living to building a better lifestyle and greater long-term security.
Whether it’s long site hours, physically demanding work, unreliable subcontracting, or limited control over time and income, more people are starting to look at business opportunities that allow them to use their existing skills in a smarter, more sustainable way.
That’s one reason why interest in Surface Medic continues to grow.
Cosmetic surface restoration is a specialist service focused on restoring damaged baths, worktops, tiles, flooring, stone surfaces, and other hard finishes, helping customers avoid costly replacements.
Demand comes from homeowners, hotels, developers, commercial properties, and insurance work, creating opportunities across multiple sectors.
For people already working in trades or property-related industries, many of the core skills are highly transferable.
Attention to detail, customer service, problem-solving, practical ability, and pride in workmanship are all qualities that can make a strong Surface Medic franchisee.
But for many, the appeal goes beyond the work itself.
The business offers an opportunity to move away from the unpredictability that often comes with traditional trade roles and towards a model that can provide:
• Greater control over working life
• The ability to build a business under an established brand
• Specialist training and ongoing support
• Lower overheads than many construction businesses
• A growing sector linked to sustainability and repair-over-replacement trends
As more experienced tradespeople look for ways to create a better balance between income, flexibility, and long-term opportunity, cosmetic surface restoration is becoming an increasingly attractive option, particularly for those who still enjoy practical work but want to build something of their own.
Find out more about running your own Mobile Repair Franchise with Surface Medic.
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A Day in the Life of a Surface Medic FranchiseeWork independently, manage your own schedule, and deliver high-quality cosmetic surface repairs across a wide range of properties and sectors.


