Computer Repair Near Me in Chicago
Desktop PCs, iMacs, custom builds, we diagnose and fix all computer issues.
Overview
From slow PCs to dead desktops, 2A Electronics handles all computer repair needs in Chicago. Our technicians work on Windows PCs, Apple iMacs, and custom-built computers. Whether you need a hard drive replaced, a system diagnostic, or a full upgrade, we provide honest, affordable service with clear explanations of what your computer needs.
Why People Choose 2A Electronics
Computer repair in Chicago used to mean Geek Squad at Best Buy, and for many people, it still does. But Best Buy's North and Clybourn Geek Squad charges $49.99 just for an in-store diagnostic, and their repair pricing often exceeds the value of older computers. Micro Center in Westmont is solid but requires a 45-minute drive from most of Chicago. The small computer repair shops along Lawrence Avenue and on Devon Avenue vary in quality and may not be equipped for complex issues like board-level iMac repair. At 2A Electronics, we offer free diagnostics, transparent pricing, and the technical depth to handle everything from a simple system cleanup to iMac logic board repair.
Our Repair Services
Hardware Upgrade
RAM, SSD, GPU upgrades for better performance
From $49OS Installation
Fresh Windows or macOS install and setup
From $49iMac Repair
Screen, HDD/SSD, logic board repair
From $99Custom PC Build
Build your dream gaming or work PC
QuoteLocal Pricing
Computer repair pricing in Chicago often starts with a diagnostic fee at most shops, $49.99 at Geek Squad, $39-75 at other independent shops. At 2A Electronics, diagnostics are always free. Hardware upgrades start from $49. An SSD upgrade that transforms a slow computer into a fast one typically costs $89-129 at our shop, including the drive and installation. Compare that to Geek Squad's $129 for labor alone, plus the cost of the SSD.
Areas We Serve
We repair computers for customers from every corner of Chicago. Small business owners from Ravenswood and Lincoln Square bring in their office desktops. Graphic designers and video editors from Wicker Park and Logan Square need their iMacs running at peak performance. Families from Norridge, Harwood Heights, and the Northwest Side bring in the family PC when it gets slow or infected. Our shop has free parking and is easily accessible from I-90 and Irving Park Road.
How It Works
Bring Your Device
Walk in to our Chicago shop or ship it with our free mail-in service.
Free Diagnosis
Our technician diagnoses the issue and provides an exact quote. No surprises.
Same-Day Repair
We fix your device, test it thoroughly, and you're back in business.
Local Insights
Computer repair follows predictable patterns in Chicago. Tax season (January through April) brings a surge of small business owners and self-employed professionals who need their computers reliable for filing. Back-to-school August means families upgrading old PCs with SSDs and RAM for the new school year. And Chicago's work-from-home population has made home computer reliability more important than ever.
E-Waste Recycling Alternative
Old desktops and computers are bulky and can't go in regular recycling. The City of Chicago's facility at 1150 N North Branch St accepts computers for free e-waste recycling. Best Buy and Staples also have computer recycling programs. But before you lug that old PC to a recycling drop-off, consider: we buy working desktops, iMacs, and even individual components like GPUs and RAM. An old gaming PC in good working condition might have a graphics card worth $100+ to us.
Frequently Asked Questions
My computer is running very slow. What can you do?
Can you recover files from a dead hard drive?
Do you build custom PCs?
From home offices in Beverly to creative studios in Pilsen, Chicago relies on computers that work. We provide the kind of honest, knowledgeable computer repair that the big chains can't match, because we take the time to explain what's wrong and give you options, not just upsell the most expensive fix.