Laptop Computer Repair
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Most Popular Computer Repairs
Operating System Install/Reformat
Reformatting and installing an operating system (OS) can range anywhere from $49 to $99.
In certain cases, the technician would be able to fix the issue with a simple reinstall / reformat. However, there can be instances when the technician might need to replace your hard drive if the source of our Operating System error is HDD related.
Hard Drive Replacement
Replacing a hard disk drive (HDD) can cost anywhere between $149 to $299.
Much of the cost depends on the type of HDD you require for your computer system.
A 320 GB Western Digital 2.5″ laptop drive would only cost around $50, while the cost of reinstallation would come to $99. A fair estimate for the cost depends on the amount of GBs (storage) you would like. In 2022 the cost per GB of storage is around ten cents per GB. So take the amount of GB you would like, plus $100 for labor as a rough estimate.
SSD Replacement / Upgrade
The cost of upgrading and replacing a solid-state drive (SSD) can range from $149 to $399.
However, similar to a HDD, this price depends on the type of SSD you are looking for your computer.
A 128GB SSD would cost around $159, the cost of a 1TB SSD can come up to around $219. Pricing do vary, since we charge cost of parts, one day a quote can be $219, the next day $209 depending on the current market price for SSDs.
Additional Reading: SSDs vs HDDs: Why You Need to Upgrade to Solid State Drive
An SSD improves boot time, file transfer speeds, and multitasking performance. It will also extend battery life on your laptop. With an SSD, you can enjoy faster processing of applications, files, and folders. You’ll have a much better overall computing experience compared to having an HDD installed in your PC.
Upgrade your computer storage today with an SSD! Get a quote.
Data Recovery
We are able to recover all file types and formats such music files, documents, photos, videos, emails, and other files.
This service is great if you don’t want to fully repair your broken laptop, or desktop, and only need to access critical files, documents or old information. For example, your repair quote comes in at $400, but the only reason you want to fix it is for the files. Then this is a great alternative to repairing, and only recovering what is of value to you.
Motherboard Replacement
The cost of replacing a motherboard can range from $199 to $599 (or even more).
The price variations in this service are high, as it depends on the type of computer, specs, age, and performance. Computer manufactures DO NOT SELL the motherboard. Therefore, if you have a new computer that is less than twelve months old, it will still be under warranty. You should look to replace it under warranty from your manufacture.
However, if it is older than twelve months, in the first two years, the only way to source a replacement motherboard is to purchase another new computer, and utilize the motherboard As a result, this is why motherboard repairs for computers in the 1 – 2 year range can be very expensive.
High-end MacBook motherboard repairs range from $400 to $800 in parts cost alone. Add to it around $100 as labor costs, and you will get your total repair service cost.
Laptop Screen Replacement
Replacing a laptop screen can cost anywhere between $149 to $799.
Most laptop screen replacement are quite straightforward, however every laptop screen is different.
For example, you could purchase a Dell XPS 13 with four different screens. Most laptop screens are unique per model and combine that with estimated 277 million laptops sold in 2021, there is no way of knowing which screen you would need, without additional information.
As a result, this is why we often ask for a serial number of your laptop so we can look up your build specs on your unit to more accurately and effectively quote you for a screen replacement.
Frequently Asked Question: Does the size of the crack or damage matter? Great question, but no it does not. Unlike glass windows, or car windshields, there are no “spot repairs,” it does not matter if you only have a small amount of damage, or a big one, screens must be completely replaced.
The higher-end laptops like the MacBooks, glass touchscreens, or bezel(less) displays contain specialty screens, and their cost of screen replacement can vary according to the models. To obtain the total cost for laptop screen replacement, please send us the serial number along with the make of your laptop and we will provide a quote.
Power Jack Repair
The cost for repairing the computer’s power jack can range from $129 to $199.
Much of it depends on whether the power hack is attached to a flex cable harness or is soldered directly to your motherboard.
This is one of the few repairs where the majority of the cost for the power jack repair service goes into the labor cost, given the complexity of the job. Most Power Jacks are only $10 – $20 in parts, but often very labor intensive. Regardless of how much labor is involved, we make our pricing easy with a flat rate labor charge of $99.
Keyboard Replacement
The cost of replacing a laptop keyboard can range from $129 to $299.
The most significant cost driver and a differentiator amongst keyboard replacements are if just the keyboard can be replaced, versus having to replace the entire “palmrest” of the laptop.
Specific models are very repair friendly and allow you to painlessly replace the keyboard assembly; others, not so much. They would require practically everything you see on the top side of the laptop where your hand’s rest, thus why it is called a “palmrest.”
Depending on the extent of the damage if only a few keys are damaged, we often can just replace the specific keys, but that is tough to tell without a visual inspection.
Virus Removals
The cost of removing the virus from the device can range from $99 to $199, depending on the level of complexity.
However, it is essential to note that in rare cases, the viruses cannot be wholly resolved without an entire factory restore (wiping everything) and losing all data.
Memory/RAM Upgrade
Upgrading the memory of the computer can cost you around $99 to $299.
It mostly depends on the amount of memory you already have in your computer and the amount you want to upgrade it to.
It also depends on the computer where many Memory / RAM models are now integrated directly on to your computer motherboard, meaning it cannot be upgraded .
The best way to find out if we can do it is using a website like Crucial.
They have a free tool that can scan your computer, or you can enter your computer and they will tell if you can upgrade your memory.
Summary
It is always a good idea to know some basics of troubleshooting simple problems yourself. However, when it comes to complicated problems, it is best to leave it to the experts.
In the aforementioned sections, we have provided you with a broad range of the repair costs for the most common services availed for fixing your computers. These are provided only as estimates and education for self-diagnosing to help prepare you for the costs that maybe associated with your repair.
If you are looking to get your computer repaired, you can always walk into Healix Smartphone Repair on New Dorp Lane and talk to our technicians yourself. Alternatively, you can email us with your query, and we will be happy to help you out and provide you with an estimate for the desired service.
Common Laptop Models Repaired:
Macbook Laptops
HP Laptops
Dell Laptops
Lenovo Laptops
ASUS Laptops
Toshiba Laptops
Acer Laptops