Game Console Repair in Hailey, Idaho
Joy-Con drift, HDMI damage, overheating, disc-drive issues, and handheld problems. Text the console model and what it’s doing — I’ll tell you the likely repair path before you bring it in or ship it. There’s also a full PS5 repair page with every PlayStation price and how mail-in works.
Common console problems I fix every week
Joy-Con / Stick Drift
Your character moves on its own. Menus scroll randomly. Aiming is impossible. This is a hardware issue — recalibration won't fix it permanently.
No Display / HDMI Issues
Console powers on but TV says "No Signal." The HDMI port pins are bent, loose, or corroded. This is the #1 PS5 and Xbox repair I do.
Overheating / Loud Fan
Console sounds like a jet engine or shuts off during gameplay. Dried thermal paste + dust buildup = CPU throttling. A deep clean fixes this.
Won't Read Discs
Disc spins but game won't load, or the console won't accept the disc at all. Could be a dirty laser, bad roller, or failed disc drive motor.
Won't Charge / Dead Battery
Switch or Steam Deck won't turn on or dies in under an hour. Usually a worn battery or damaged USB-C port — both are replaceable.
Cracked / Dead Screen
Switch or Steam Deck took a fall. Cracked glass, dead pixels, touch not responding. I replace the full display assembly for a factory-fresh result.
All major platforms, all generations
Nintendo
Switch OLED, Switch V2, Switch Lite — Joy-Con drift, screen replacement, charging port, fan, game card slot, kickstand, rail connector. Also Wii U and 3DS/2DS.
PlayStation
PS5, PS5 Slim, PS5 Digital, PS4 Pro, PS4 Slim — HDMI port, disc drive, overheating/thermal paste, power supply, SSD upgrade, controller drift (DualSense/DS4).
Xbox
Series X, Series S, Xbox One X, Xbox One S — HDMI port, disc drive, overheating, power issues, SSD upgrade, controller joystick and bumper replacement.
Steam Deck & Handhelds
Steam Deck (LCD + OLED), ROG Ally, Legion Go — joystick drift, screen replacement, battery swap, SSD upgrade, fan replacement. Valve designed these to be repairable and I take full advantage.
Repair vs. replace — it's not even close
A new PS5 is $499. A new Switch OLED is $349. Drift fixes start at $45 — and every repair on this menu costs a fraction of replacing the console.
Repair It
- From $45 — a fraction of a new console
- Keep all your save data
- Same-day turnaround
- 40-day warranty on repair
- Less e-waste
Replace It
- $299–$499+ for new console
- Re-download everything
- Wait for shipping/stock
- Transfer accounts/saves
- Old console becomes e-waste
No surprises. Real prices.
These are not binding quotes. Your exact price depends on your model, part grade, device condition, and parts availability — you get a firm number by text before any work begins.
Final quote may vary by specific model. Text-photo quotes are free; bench diagnosis for no-power or mystery faults is $45, credited toward the repair. See the full price table.
| Repair | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Joy-Con Drift Fix Hall-effect — never drifts again | $45 single / $70 pair | 45 min |
| Controller Drift Fix DualSense / Xbox / Elite — Hall/TMR | $90 | 45 min |
| DualSense Port / Battery charging port or battery swap | $60 | 45 min |
| HDMI Port Replacement PS4 / Xbox One $170 · PS5 / Series X|S $175 | $170–$175 | 1–2 hrs |
| Thermal Repaste + Deep Clean $85 labor-only add-on if already open | $130 | 1 hr |
| PS5 Liquid-Metal Repaste PS5 / PS5 Slim | $165 | 1–2 hrs |
| Disc Drive Repair PS5 / PS4 | $165–$175 | 1–2 hrs |
| Power Supply Replacement PS5 / PS4 / Xbox | $150–$170 | 1–2 hrs |
| Switch Screen Replacement LCD $150 · OLED $225 · Switch 2 $280 | $150–$280 | 1–2 hrs |
| Switch Charging Port USB-C replacement | $160 | 1 hr |
| Switch Battery all Switch models | $110 | 1 hr |
| Game Card Reader Switch | $140 | 1 hr |
| Steam Deck Repairs screen, joystick, battery, SSD — LCD or OLED | Quoted first | 1–2 hrs |
| Fan Replacement any console / handheld | $125 | 1 hr |
| Text-Photo Quote bench diagnosis $45, credited toward repair | FREE | — |
Why not just ship it to the manufacturer?
Speed
Nintendo warranty repair? 3–6 weeks. Sony service center? 2–4 weeks. I fix most consoles same day. When your kid's Switch is their life, three weeks feels like a year.
Cost
Out-of-warranty repairs from manufacturers can cost $100–$250+ plus shipping both ways. My Joy-Con drift fix is $45 — with Hall-effect sticks that never drift again — and HDMI port repair is $170–$175 with no shipping at all. Do the math.
Your Save Data
Manufacturers sometimes wipe your console during repair. I never touch your data. Your Zelda save with 200+ hours? Still there when you get it back. Promise.
Three steps. That's it.
Text Me
Text (208) 450-1606 with your console model and what's going on. A video of the issue helps me diagnose faster.
Drop Off or Ship
In the Wood River Valley? Drop it off in Hailey. Elsewhere in Idaho? Ship it — I'll send packing instructions.
Game On
Most repairs done same-day. I text when it's ready. 40-day warranty on every repair. Your saves, your settings — untouched.
Questions about game console repair
How much does Joy-Con drift repair cost?
Joy-Con drift repair is $45 for a single Joy-Con or $70 for the pair. I install Hall-effect stick modules — not just a recalibration that'll drift again in a week — so the new sticks never drift again. Most drift repairs take under an hour and come with a 40-day warranty.
Can you fix a PS5 that won't display on TV?
Almost always, yes. The PS5 HDMI port takes a beating — cables get yanked, kids trip over them, the connector loosens over time. HDMI port replacement is $175 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S ($170 for PS4 and Xbox One) and takes 1–2 hours. I desolder the damaged port and install a new one rated to HDMI 2.1 specs. I test with multiple cables and resolutions before returning it to you.
Do you repair all Switch models?
Yes — every model: Switch OLED (HEG-001), Switch V2 (HAC-001-01), original Switch (HAC-001), and Switch Lite (HDH-001). Common repairs include Joy-Con drift, screen replacement (LCD $150, OLED $225, Switch 2 $280), USB-C charging port ($160), battery ($110), fan replacement ($125), game card reader ($140), and rail connector issues.
Can you fix Xbox / PS5 controller drift?
Absolutely. Drift repair is $90 for DualSense, Xbox Wireless, and Elite controllers. I install Hall-effect/TMR stick modules that never drift again. DualSense charging port or battery swaps are $60. The repair takes under an hour, and I'll test it in a game with precise aim requirements before giving it back.
Do you repair Steam Decks?
Yes! Valve designed the Steam Deck to be repairable and I take full advantage. Common repairs — joystick drift, screen replacement, battery swaps, and SSD upgrades — are quoted per job once you text the model (LCD or OLED) and the symptom. The Steam Deck is honestly one of my favorite devices to work on — it's built for repair.
Is it worth repairing an older console like PS4 or Xbox One?
Usually yes. A PS4 thermal repaste + deep clean ($130, or $85 as an add-on when the console is already open for another repair) can give it another 3–5 years. HDMI port repair ($170 for PS4/Xbox One) is a fraction of a used replacement. I'll give you an honest assessment — if the repair cost approaches what the console is worth, I'll tell you straight. No upselling, ever.
Ready to fix your console?
Text me what's going on — a quick description or even a video. I'll reply with a quote, usually within 30 minutes.
Mon–Fri 9am–9pm · Sat–Sun 11am–7pm MT