Slow Computer Fix — Tune-Up + Cleanup Specialist
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A slow computer is usually one of five things: (1) bloatware + startup overload (too many apps autostarting), (2) malware / cryptominer (silent CPU drain), (3) failing SSD or HDD (slow disk = slow system), (4) RAM exhaustion (system swapping to disk), or (5) thermal throttle (CPU/GPU slowed by overheating). Diagnosis tells us which.
Our process: run a baseline benchmark (CrystalDiskMark, CPU-Z, Task Manager / Activity Monitor), identify the bottleneck, then target the fix. Most slow-computer cases resolve in $180-$320 of work — startup cleanup + malware scan + browser hardening. Hardware upgrades (SSD swap, RAM bump) are $280-$680 typical.
Dusty or overheating, not just slow? Sometimes a slow or struggling computer is simply a dirty one. If the fans are loud or it runs hot, our Computer Cleaning service clears the internal dust and refreshes the cooling.
Common Issues & How We Fix Them
Slow startup and shutdown
A computer that crawls on start usually has too many startup apps, a full disk or a failing hard drive. We find the real cause rather than guessing.
Programs and web pages lag
Sluggish apps and browsing often come down to low memory or a tired hard drive — a RAM or SSD upgrade is frequently the fix.
Freezes and not-responding
Frequent freezes can be storage, memory or overheating. We run diagnostics to pinpoint it.
Slowed down after an update
If your machine slowed after an update, we identify whether it is drivers, background tasks or hardware and put it right.
Old hard drive bottleneck
An ageing spinning drive is the single biggest cause of a slow computer — moving to an SSD is the upgrade people notice most.
Every repair is covered by our no-fix-no-fee policy and a 90-day warranty, with onsite, workshop and remote options to suit your day.
Our Repair Process
- Free baseline benchmark.
- Targeted intervention based on bottleneck.
- Validation benchmark.
- Before / after report.
- 30-day return-to-baseline warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
