Hard Drive Data Recovery in London, Ontario
Assessment for internal and external hard drives that are unreadable, clicking, slow, missing or no longer detected.
We look beyond the obvious symptom.
Mechanical hard drives can fail in several different ways. The recovery approach depends on whether the problem is logical, electrical or mechanical. We explain what we find, the available options and whether proceeding makes practical sense before unnecessary work is performed.
Forest City Computers serves customers from across London, Ontario. In-shop diagnostics are available for many common computer problems, and no appointment is required for regular walk-in service.
What we can help with
✓ Drive not detected✓ Clicking or unusual sounds✓ Very slow access✓ File system errors✓ External drive failure✓ Old PC drive recovery✓ Accidental formatting✓ Partition problemsHow we can help.
Assess the problem before deciding.
Mechanical hard drives can fail in several different ways. The recovery approach depends on whether the problem is logical, electrical or mechanical.
Once the cause is clearer, we can explain the practical options, including repair, replacement or upgrade where appropriate.
Free diagnostics · No appointment requiredMore ways we can help.
Data Recovery
Assessment and recovery options for computers, hard drives, SSDs, external drives, USB drives and memory cards.
Learn more →SSD Data Recovery
Assessment for failed or inaccessible SSDs from laptops, desktops and external enclosures.
Learn more →USB & SD Card Recovery
Assessment for USB flash drives, SD cards and memory cards that are unreadable, damaged or asking to be formatted.
Learn more →Common service questions.
Do I need an appointment?+
No. Bring your computer to 991 Oxford Street East during business hours.
Do you offer free diagnostics?+
Forest City Computers offers free in-shop diagnostics for many common computer problems. Some specialized situations may require additional testing or third-party service.
Can service be completed the same day?+
Many common jobs can be completed the same day when the issue is straightforward and the required part is available.
Do you repair MacBooks?+
Yes. We service many MacBook Air and MacBook Pro hardware and software issues, including screens, batteries, charging and no-power problems.
Can files be recovered from a computer that will not start?+
Possibly. A failed computer does not automatically mean the files are lost. The storage device needs to be assessed.
Don’t replace it until we look at it.
Bring it in for a diagnostic. No appointment required.