Computer Repair in Pretoria

In Pretoria, expect the national typical hourly or flat-rate, with genuine manufacturer parts (especially laptop screens and batteries) adding the most. Ask whether the diagnostic fee is credited against the repair.

Both exist: drop-in/mail-in shops are cheaper; on-site and remote support cost more but save you the trip. Remote support handles software issues (viruses, setup, slow performance) well; anything hardware needs the machine in hand.

Simple jobs — virus removal, a tune-up, an OS reinstall — are the cheap end; hardware swaps like a screen or drive replacement are mid-range once parts are added; data recovery from a failed drive is the priciest. Most shops charge a diagnostic fee that's often waived if you go ahead with the repair.

Back up and, if possible, sign out of accounts or remove sensitive files first. Ask about the shop's data-handling policy, whether staff access your files, and whether the machine is wiped or reset. Reputable shops have a written privacy policy; be wary of any that shrug the question off.

In Pretoria, check reviews, ask about the diagnostic fee and whether it's credited, confirm the parts and labour warranty, and get the data-handling policy in writing. A clear quote after diagnosis beats a vague flat rate quoted sight-unseen.

Often yes — if the drive is intact but the computer won't boot, a technician can usually pull your files. Physically failed drives need specialist (and pricier) data-recovery services. Either way, back up before any repair, and ask how the shop protects your data during the job.

Shops charge R300-900/hr or flat rates: tune-up R400-1,200, laptop screen replacement R1,200-5,000 with parts, and data recovery R2,000-15,000+. Get a written quote before authorising work.