Damage to your laptop can be devastating—one minute, you’re surfing the web, and the next, the screen is ominously blank. While some problems can be resolved at home, more serious cases require laptop repair. So when should you schedule it and what can you expect from the process? QTEQ Computers & Repair of Lincoln, NE, offers the following guide to clear your confusion.

One of the most obvious reasons you need laptop repair is a physical problem with your hardware. This could be a damaged screen, a trackpad with broken mouse buttons, or a faulty keyboard. Some damage can also be internal and cause operational problems.

If your computer can’t find your Wi-Fi card, it could be damaged. If you recently dropped your computer, you might have damaged the motherboard. All of these physical issues need to be inspected by a professional before they can be resolved. In many cases, they can suggest a solution that will help you avoid buying a new laptop.

Other times, a motherboard or processor issue might warrant data recovery service. If you can’t find important files, favorite photos, or essential documents, see a laptop repair professional as soon as possible.

When you bring your laptop in, explain the problem to the technician as best you can. You’ll be asked when the issue started, if anything happened to the laptop that might have contributed to the issue, how old it is, and other questions that will help the expert in their evaluation. You’ll also receive an estimate and a general timeline of when your laptop will be ready for pickup. Repairs can take time, so be patient and arrange to have access to another computer in the meantime. 

If your laptop has been acting strangely, turn to the experts at QTEQ Computers & Repair. They have performing laptop repairs and servicing computers for years. They pride themselves on the care they take with each customer’s hardware, ensuring a quick fix at a fair price. Call them today at (402) 477-1234 to explain your laptop’s issue, or visit their website to learn more.