GoldQuarter2162@alien.topB to Mechanic Advice@gearhead.townEnglish · 10 months ago

Opening a Garage without credentials.

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Opening a Garage without credentials.

GoldQuarter2162@alien.topB to Mechanic Advice@gearhead.townEnglish · 10 months ago

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Hello! Im asking the wonderful community here for some advice.

Im curious, what do i need to do to be straight and legal?

(im in Quebec, Canada)

I just bought an old car shop, with a lot of tools and 2 car lifts. Its in good shape.

Ive been working on cars in my home garage for 12 years, so i can do just about anything on them.

Can i get a commercial license? What kind of license do i need? What about insurance? Do i get incorporated ? Whats the process? What do i need to do in order to be allowed to put up my big “OPEN” sign up in the window ?

I dont have a high school diploma or DEP diploma. I learned everything on my own (with the help of others)

Thanks!

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I’m in the US, but I would highly recommend creating an LLC for protection, especially with car repair. Definitely get business liability insurance. Contact your local town administrator and county and ask how to open a business. They should be able to guide you about registering, etc.

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