Computer Repairs in Ramsgate: What to Expect & How Much It Costs

# Computer Repairs in Ramsgate — What to Expect Whether your laptop won't boot or your desktop is running slowly, here's what a professional repair looks like in 2026. ## Typical turnaround times - **Diagnostic:** Same day to 24 hours - **Software repair (virus removal, Windows reinstall):** 24–48 hours - **Hardware swap (SSD, RAM, screen):** 1–3 business days, depending on parts - **Motherboard / fine soldering:** 3–7 business days ## Typical price ranges (Ramsgate / South Coast) - Diagnostic fee: **Free with repair** at Unlimited IT Solutions - OS reinstall + driver setup: **R450–R750** - SSD upgrade (incl. cloning): **R1,200–R2,500** - Screen replacement: **R1,800–R4,500** depending on model - Liquid damage / board-level: **From R1,500** ## Should you repair or replace? A good rule of thumb: if the repair is more than **50% of the cost of an equivalent new machine**, replacement usually wins on long-term value. We'll quote both options before any work starts. ## Book a repair Call **039 314 4359** or visit us at 202 Marine Drive, Ramsgate — walk-ins welcome Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Saturday 8am–1pm.