Computer & PC Upgrades · Sacramento

MAKE IT FASTER.
RIGHT HERE.

Old computer slow? Often the right SSD, RAM, or GPU upgrade makes more sense than a new machine, and we install it at our Elk Grove shop.

“My laptop OS had to be replaced and an SSD was installed. When I got it back, it was quicker at starting up and loading programs than when I first bought it.”
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8145 Elk Grove Blvd, Suite 12, Elk Grove, CA 95758 | Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3

Elk Grove, CA

8145 Elk Grove Blvd

Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3

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Work done in-house

By our own technicians at our Elk Grove shop

(916) 627-1818

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Common Upgrades

What's making your machine feel slow?

Most 'my computer is too slow' situations are solved with a targeted upgrade, not a new computer. The trick is knowing which upgrade actually helps.

Upgrades are part of our computer repair service in Elk Grove.

5+ minute boot times

Computer takes forever to start? Almost always the old spinning hard drive. SSD upgrade is the single biggest speed gain you'll feel.

Browser tabs grind it down

Chrome with 10 tabs makes everything slow? You're out of RAM. 8GB to 16GB upgrade is usually the answer.

Drive is full

Down to your last few gigabytes? Sluggish and crashing because the OS has nowhere to swap? A bigger SSD with your data migrated over is the fix.

Games drop to 20fps

Games look terrible or stutter? GPU upgrade, or if your PSU is weak, that too. We size both together so they actually work.

Fans always loud

Fans constantly spinning even when idle? Could be cooling failure, thermal paste, or undersized cooling for your CPU/GPU. We rebalance.

Old motherboard limiting you

Want a newer CPU but your board can't support it? We assess whether a board+CPU+RAM combo upgrade makes sense or if a new build is better.

Overheating

Computer shutting off from heat? Old thermal paste, dusty heatsink, or undersized cooler. We clean, repaste, and upgrade cooling if needed.

Multi-monitor adding lag

Adding a 2nd or 3rd monitor and the system can't keep up? GPU is probably the limit. Or sometimes a USB-C dock with proper bandwidth.

PSU concerns

Random shutdowns under load? Power supply might be failing or undersized. We test under load and replace with right-sized PSU.

Laptop running hot/slow

Laptops can usually still take an SSD and RAM upgrade, especially older Dell, HP, Lenovo business laptops. Mac upgrades are more limited but we'll tell you what's possible.

iMac storage stuck

Old iMac with a Fusion Drive or HDD running at a crawl? SSD upgrade is doable on most pre-Apple-Silicon iMacs and feels like a new machine.

Want to game on existing PC

Existing PC, want to start gaming? We assess what's worth upgrading vs starting fresh with a custom build.

What We Upgrade

Every component, custom-fit.

Desktops, laptops, iMacs, custom rigs. We size the upgrade to your existing system so the new part actually fits and the rest of the machine can keep up.

SSD upgrade

NVMe M.2, SATA SSDs: fresh OS install with your files migrated over, so you keep what matters.

RAM upgrade

DDR4, DDR5, laptop SODIMM: compatible specs, dual-channel where supported.

GPU install

New graphics card sized to your PSU, case, and use case. See our GPU repair page.

CPU + board

When the platform itself is the limit: Intel/AMD board+CPU+RAM combo upgrade.

Power supply

PSU upgrade sized to your build, with appropriate cable management.

Cooling

CPU coolers (air or AIO liquid), case fans, repaste service, dust cleaning.

Storage expansion

Adding secondary drives, RAID setup for redundancy, external/NAS integration.

Laptop upgrades

SSD and RAM on most non-Apple-Silicon laptops. We assess what your laptop supports.

How it works

Four steps. Right-sized.

We don't just install whatever you bring in. We make sure the upgrade actually helps and that the rest of your system can support it.

1

Bring it in

Bring your computer or call us. Tell us what feels slow and what you'd like to do better. We'll know whether an upgrade or a full rebuild makes more sense.

2

System assessment

We inspect what you have: CPU, board, RAM slots, drive bays, PSU wattage, case clearance. The upgrade has to fit and the rest of the system has to keep up.

3

Quote + parts

We recommend specific parts (often with options at different price points) and tell you the labor cost. You can source parts yourself or have us source them for you.

4

Install + bench test

Parts installed, drivers set up, benchmarks run to verify performance gain.

Why iGeek

Right-sized vs. upsell-sized.

Most upgrade options either push you to buy a new computer or oversell expensive components. We size the upgrade to your actual need.

iGeek (Elk Grove)

  • Sizes upgrade to existing system

    Yes, assessed

  • Customer-supplied parts

    Accepted on some jobs; ask at check-in

  • Tells you when not to upgrade

    Honest call

  • Data moved to the new drive

    Fresh install + data migration

  • Verifies performance gain

    Benchmark tested

Big-box / Geek Squad

  • Sizes upgrade to existing system

    Limited assessment

  • Customer-supplied parts

    Often refused

  • Tells you when not to upgrade

    Will sell new PC

  • Data moved to the new drive

    Extra fee

  • Verifies performance gain

    Boot check only

DIY (yourself)

  • Sizes upgrade to existing system

    YouTube research

  • Customer-supplied parts

    Of course

  • Tells you when not to upgrade

    Forum confusion

  • Data moved to the new drive

    Hours of your time

  • Verifies performance gain

    Hope it's faster

Real Upgrade Stories

What customers say after upgrades.

“I have used Hammad a few times to repair laptops. My laptop OS had to be replaced and an SSD was installed. When I got it back, it was quicker at starting up and loading programs than when I first bought it. Would definitely recommend!”

SSD-makes-it-new customer

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On Pricing

Labor + parts, separated.

Upgrade pricing is labor plus the cost of the parts. Every repair is quoted after inspection, before any work starts.

You can source parts yourself (we’ll recommend specific models) or have us source them for you. If an upgrade doesn’t actually make sense for your machine, we’ll tell you before you buy parts.

Frequently Asked

The questions we get most.

What's the single best upgrade for a slow computer?
SSD, by a mile. If your machine still has a spinning hard drive, swapping it for an SSD is the biggest speed gain you’ll feel for the money. After that, RAM if you’re hitting limits.
Can you upgrade my MacBook?
Apple Silicon MacBooks (M1, M2, M3, M4) have RAM and storage soldered to the board, we can’t upgrade those. Intel MacBooks and older MacBook Pros from 2015 and earlier can often take SSD upgrades. We’ll tell you what your specific model supports.
Can you upgrade my laptop's RAM?
Most Windows business laptops (Dell Latitude, HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad), yes. Modern ultrabooks often have soldered RAM, check the spec sheet or bring it in for assessment.
Will I lose my files when you upgrade the drive?
No. Our standard approach for SSD upgrades is a fresh OS install on the new drive with your files, photos, and settings migrated over. A fresh install gives the new drive a clean, stable foundation, where a straight clone carries over years of accumulated cruft and isn’t always stable long-term. If you specifically want a one-to-one clone of your existing drive, we can do that on request.
How long does an upgrade take?
Ask about turnaround when you check in; it depends on the repair and parts availability.
Is it worth upgrading my old computer or should I just buy new?
Depends on the age and the upgrade. A 5-year-old laptop that just needs an SSD and RAM is usually worth upgrading. A 10-year-old desktop where everything is bottlenecked is usually worth replacing. We’ll give you an honest call after assessment.
Can I bring my own parts?
Yes, we install parts you bring in. We’ll just verify compatibility before installing. If you’re not sure what to buy, we recommend specific parts that fit your machine.
Do you build custom PCs?
Yes, see our custom PC build page. Custom builds get the full assembly, cable management, BIOS setup, OS install, and benchmarking treatment.
Will the upgrade actually feel faster?
If we recommend the upgrade and you proceed, yes, we benchmark before and after to confirm. If our assessment says an upgrade won’t actually help your particular machine, we’ll tell you up front.

Ready when you are

Let's make it faster.

Walk into our Elk Grove shop or call us. We size the upgrade to your machine and your budget, and we'll tell you honestly if upgrade isn't the right call.

Call (916) 627-1818

8145 Elk Grove Blvd, Suite 12, Elk Grove, CA 95758 | Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3

Quoted before we start

Every repair is quoted after inspection, before any work starts. Diagnostic fee quoted at check-in and applied to your repair if you proceed.

Your choice of parts

We'll explain your part options before you decide.

Local, in-house repairs

Repairs are done at our Elk Grove shop by our own technicians. Ask about turnaround when you check in; it depends on the repair and parts availability.

After the repair

Ask about our repair warranty; terms are printed on your repair ticket.

Get a callback

Drop your name and number. A technician at our Elk Grove shop will reach out.