Basic Diagnostics
Initial troubleshooting and system inspection for common issues including boot failures, overheating, and instability.
- POST and startup troubleshooting
- Thermal inspection
- Drive health checks
- Basic software diagnostics
$60–$90 CAD
Technical Services & Diagnostics
Coastal Byte Services
Modern repair, diagnostics, upgrades, optimization, refurbishing, and technical support for desktops, laptops, and gaming systems.
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
Hardware and software troubleshooting for startup failures, instability, overheating, crashes, and performance-related issues.
Advanced Diagnostics
Extended troubleshooting for difficult or intermittent system issues requiring deeper testing and isolation.
- Stress testing
- Hardware isolation
- Driver and software analysis
- System stability investigation
$90–$150 CAD
Hardware Fault Isolation
Detailed testing of components including motherboard, RAM, GPU, storage, and power delivery systems.
$60/hour (labour rate)
PC Repair & Hardware Services
Upgrade, maintenance, and repair services for gaming systems, desktops, and laptops.
Laptop services may require additional labor depending on device complexity and disassembly requirements.
SSD & Storage Upgrades
Installation and configuration of SSDs, storage migration and operating system transfers.
From $90 CAD + parts
RAM Installation & Upgrades
Memory upgrades, compatibility verification, BIOS configuration, and stability testing.
From $60–$90 CAD + parts
Thermal Maintenance
Cooling optimization, thermal paste replacement, fan servicing, and airflow improvement.
From $90 CAD
Internal System Cleaning
Dust removal, fan cleaning, airflow restorations, and preventative maintenance for desktops and laptops.
From $60–$90 CAD
GPU Thermal Servicing
Thermal paste and thermal pad replacement for supported graphics cards.
From $120–$180 CAD (depending on complexity)
Software & Operating System Services
Troubleshooting and optimization for Windows, drivers, startup problems, and software instability.
Windows Installation & Reinstallation
Clean operating system installation, driver setup, updates, and basic configuration.
$100–$120 CAD
OS Troubleshooting
Diagnosis and repair of crashes, startup issues, corrupt installations, and software conflicts.
$60/hour
Malware Cleanup
Removal of malicious software, adware, suspicious programs, and unwanted applications.
$90–$120 CAD
System Optimization
Startup optimization, background cleanup, performance tuning, and game-focused improvements.
$60–90 CAD
Data Backup & Migration
File backup, storage migration, and setup asistance for new systems and upgraded hardware.
Data Backup
Backup of important documents, media, and personal files before upgrades, repairs, or operating system installation.
$60–$90 CAD
Data Migration
Secure transfer of files and user data between systems, drives, or upgraded hardware.
$90–120 CAD
SSD Cloning & System Migration
Drive cloning and operating system migration for storage upgrades and system replacements.
$120 CAD + parts
Custom Builds & Refurbished Systems
Gaming PCs, workstation builds, upgrade planning, and professionally refurbished systems.
Custom PC Assembly
Full desktop assembly, cable management, BIOS configuration, and stability testing.
$120–150 CAD (depending on complexity)
Build Consultation
Guidance for gaming systems, workstation builds, compatibility planning, and upgrade paths.
$60–$90 CAD
Refurbished Systems
Professionally cleaned, tested, and configured systems prepared for resale or redeployment.
Pricing varies by configuration.
Console Maintenance
Cleaning, thermal servicing, storage upgrades, and troubleshooting for modern gaming consoles.
Internal Cleaning
Dust removal and preventative maintenance for supported gaming consoles.
Starting at $30 CAD
Thermal Servicing
Thermal Paste replacement and cooling maintenance for overheating or loud consoles.
Starting at $90 CAD
Storage Upgrades
SSD installation, storage expansion, and migration assistance for supported consoles.
Starting at $90 CAD + parts
Service Information
Diagnostic Fees
Diagnostic fees may be applied toward approved repairs depending on the service provided.
Parts & Components
Hardware components and replacement parts are billed seperately unless otherwise stated.
Currently Supported Graphics Cards
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX & RTX series
- AMD Radeon RX series
- Select workstation graphics cards
GPU thermal servicing availability may vary depending on model complexity, condition, and replacement material availability.
Supported Consoles
- PlayStation 4
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox One
- Xbox Series X|S
Service availability depends on device condition, repair complexity, and parts availability.
Turnaround Time
Service completion times vary depending on parts availability, diagnostics complexity, and repair requirements.
Future Services
Advanced board repair, microsoldering, and additional specialized services may be introduced in the future.
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