Typically, it is very safe. Remember these people are professionals with integrity they must maintain. If someone were to steal your hardware, your data, etc… This would put them out of business essentially.

Cost of repair: If the repair cost is more than half the cost of a new machine, it's probably not worth fixing. Warranty: If your machine is still under warranty, it may be worth repairing as the parts and labor will likely be covered.

However, the difference between repair and maintenance work is that repairs aim to restore functionality while maintenance looks to preserve functionality. Put simply, repairs are done after downtime to minimize losses, while maintenance is done to prevent unexpected asset downtime.

On average, computer repairs can range anywhere from a few hours to 2-3 weeks – factors such as scheduling or part availability can make repairs take longer. Thankfully, there are services you can consider that can speed up the process.