Repair Market Grows at Approx. 10% Annually, Yet Lacks Technicians: Haupro Launches Practical Home Appliance Repair Training Aiming for 10M Yen Annual Income Across 5 Bases Nationwide
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Haupro, operated by Shigotonin Co., Ltd., is launching practical training across 5 nationwide locations where beginners can learn air conditioner and washing machine repair skills in as little as 2 days. While the repair market is growing at a CAGR of roughly 10%, a severe shortage of technicians persists due to an aging workforce. This program aims to resolve the industry's structural issues by training technicians aiming for an annual income of 10 million yen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the features of Howpro's 'Appliance Repair Practical Training'?
- A: The key feature is that you can learn repair techniques for air conditioners and washing machines on actual equipment in as little as two days. Additionally, we provide comprehensive support, including job referrals, parts procurement routes, and customer acquisition assistance.
- Q: How much is the growth of the appliance repair market predicted to be?
- A: According to 360iResearch, the global appliance repair and maintenance market is expected to grow from $887.54 million in 2025 to $1,645.43 million in 2032, with a CAGR of 9.21%.
- Q: Why is there currently a shortage of appliance repair technicians?
- A: The shortage is due to the aging and retirement of veteran technicians and the disappearance of repair schools that were once operated by manufacturers.
- Q: Why do consumers choose to 'repair and continue using' appliances?
- A: Consumers opt for repairs because the cost of repairs is often more economical than buying new due to rising prices, and the most common reason for replacing an air conditioner (72.1%) is due to a malfunction.
- Q: Why is it difficult to acquire modern appliance repair skills?
- A: The required skills are becoming increasingly complex, such as inverter control in air conditioners, heat pump structures in washing machines, and circuit board diagnostics. This makes self-study difficult, and there are limited opportunities to learn on actual equipment.