Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. How much does leather or vinyl repair cost?
Most minor repairs start around $175 per damaged area. Larger sections or multiple repairs are quoted individually after reviewing photos or inspecting the piece onsite.

2. Is it cheaper to repair or replace leather?
Repairing is almost always more affordable. Replacing a leather seat or panel can cost over $1,000 - while a professional repair usually costs a fraction of that.

3. How long do your repairs last?
With proper care, our leather and vinyl repairs can last for many years. We use high-quality materials designed to be flexible, durable, and long-lasting.

Service & Process

4. How does the leather repair process work?
We deep clean and prep the surface, apply professional fillers and repair compounds, then use custom color matching to blend in the repair. Each job is sealed with a protective finish.

5. Do I need to bring my furniture or car to you?
No! LeatherFixUp is a mobile service - we come directly to your home, business, or garage. All repairs are done on-site for your convenience.

6. Do you remove seats or upholstery?
Not usually. Most repairs can be completed without removing the furniture or car seats.

7. How long does a typical repair take?
Smaller repairs take about 1–2 hours. Multiple areas or detailed color work may take up to 3-4 hours.

Quality & Results

8. Will the repaired area look like new?
Our goal is always a seamless, natural finish. While 100% factory-new results aren’t always possible, most repairs blend in so well that the damage is barely noticeable.

9. Will the color match my original leather?
Yes! We specialize in hand-mixed color matching to ensure the closest possible match to your leather’s original shade.

10. Can you repair burns, holes, and scratches?
Absolutely. We regularly fix cuts, burns, pet scratches, and cracks on leather furniture, car interiors, and marine upholstery.

11. Do you repair peeling or flaking leather?
If the leather surface is severely peeling or disintegrating, replacement might be the better option. We’ll evaluate and advise honestly.

12. Can you re-stuff sagging cushions?
Yes, we replace foam and padding to restore comfort, support, and shape.

13. Can you repair pet scratches and worn-out areas?
Absolutely - we specialize in pet damage and wear restoration.

14. Do you re-dye or recolor leather?
Yes - we provide full leather color restoration & re-dye services

15. Can you repair the recliner?
Yes! We specialize in manual and electric recliner repair, We begin with a detailed inspection to find the cause of the issue - whether it’s sagging cushions, a broken handle, or a faulty motor - and repair or replace the parts as needed.

Location & Service Areas

16. Where are you located?
LeatherFixUp is based in Brooklyn, NY. We operate as a mobile service - no public workshop. All work is performed at your location.

17. What areas do you serve?
We proudly serve Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, and Nassau County, Long Island.
If you’re nearby but unsure, send us a quick message - we often travel further!

Travel & Payment

18. Do you charge a travel fee?
Yes, we charge a travel fee to make pricing simple and predictable.
The fee covers fuel, travel time, tolls, and transporting all necessary tools and materials.

• Within 30 miles of Brooklyn, the flat travel fee is $75.

• Beyond 30 miles, the fee is $2 per mile.

This way, there are no hidden costs - pricing is always clear and upfront.

19. What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, credit cards, Zelle, and Venmo. Payment is due upon completion of the job.

To request pricing, visit our Get Estimate page.

Materials & Types of Work

20. Do you work on fabric upholstery?
No - we specialize exclusively in leather and vinyl materials.

21. What types of leather repair do you offer?
We restore leather furniture, car interiors, marine vinyl, and commercial seating - including medical, office, and hospitality environments.

For a detailed breakdown of services, visit our Leather Repair Services page. Learn more about our Before & After Leather Repair results.