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.

If a laptop repair costs half as much as a new laptop—or more—consider getting a replacement, especially if your machine is more than a few years old. If your computer is only 1 or 2 years old, it's probably worth fixing.

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.

Repairing PC computers: Costs and options Here are some average prices when it comes to fixing common PC repair issues: Blue or blank screen: Around $150. Slow overall performance: Around $210. Inability to turn the machine on: Around $310.