The two most common game console repairs are cleaning a clogged cooling system and replacing a broken HDMI port. Below you'll find current prices for both repairs from our repair price list for the most popular consoles, along with what we do for that price.
Console cleaning
A console draws in air constantly, and with it dust and pet hair. A clogged cooling system makes it noisy and hot, and eventually the console shuts itself down. When we clean a console, we take it apart right down to the heatsink and clean the heatsink fins, fan and air ducts, plus the dust catchers on the PS5. On the PS4, Xbox One and older consoles, we replace the dried-out thermal paste. Finally, we run a game to put the console under load and monitor the temperatures and fan speed.
Prices at a glance
From CZK 1,190 to CZK 1,490, depending on the model and type of part
- Sonyfrom CZK 1,190
- Microsoftfrom CZK 1,490
- Nintendofrom CZK 1,490
- Valvefrom CZK 1,490
Prices include VAT and come straight from our repair price list (15 models). They change with the cost of parts, so you'll always find the current price for your model in the repair price list.
| Model | Price from |
|---|---|
| Sony Playstation 5 | CZK 1,490 |
| Sony Playstation 4 Pro | CZK 1,190 |
| Sony Playstation 5 Slim | CZK 1,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox Series X | CZK 1,490 |
| Sony Playstation 4 Slim | CZK 1,190 |
| Microsoft Xbox One | CZK 1,490 |
| Nintendo Switch | CZK 1,490 |
| Nintendo Switch OLED | CZK 1,490 |
| Nintendo Switch Lite | CZK 1,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox One X | CZK 1,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox One S | CZK 1,490 |
| Valve Steam Deck | CZK 1,490 |
The PlayStation 5 doesn't use standard paste between the chip and the heatsink. It uses liquid metal instead. This isn't replaced during routine cleaning, because opening it up without good reason would do more harm than good. We only touch it if temperatures still point to a problem after cleaning, and we'll always tell you beforehand.
HDMI port repair
All it takes is tripping over the cable or carrying the console with the cable still plugged in, and the HDMI port breaks off. The console then switches on, but the TV shows "No signal", or the picture only flickers on when you move the cable. The connector is soldered to the motherboard by many pins. We remove the old one, clean the pads and solder in a new one. Then we check the circuit that sends the signal to the connector.
| Model | Price from |
|---|---|
| Sony Playstation 5 | CZK 2,490 |
| Sony Playstation 4 Pro | CZK 2,490 |
| Sony Playstation 5 Slim | CZK 2,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox Series X | CZK 2,490 |
| Sony Playstation 4 Slim | CZK 2,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox One | CZK 2,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox One X | CZK 2,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox One S | CZK 2,490 |
| Valve Steam Deck | CZK 2,490 |
| Sony Playstation 5 Digital | CZK 2,490 |
| Microsoft Xbox Series S | CZK 2,490 |
| Sony Playstation 4 | CZK 2,490 |
If the connector has been ripped out along with the pads on the board, or the video chip is damaged (the retimer or HDMI encoder on the PS5 and newer consoles), the repair is more complex. We always send you the diagnostics results with a price, and we never repair anything without your approval.
Before you send your console in
- Overheating: leave some space around the console – at least 10 cm at the sides and back – and don't put it in a closed cabinet or on a carpet. If it's already roaring in the menu, it's time for a clean.
- No picture: try a different HDMI cable and a different input on your TV. On the PS5 and PS4, you can start the console in Safe Mode (hold the power button until it beeps a second time) and choose a lower resolution. If there's still no picture and the connector is visibly damaged, it needs repairing.
Is a repair worth it?
Yes. Cleaning costs far less than a board repair later on – a console that overheats for a long time puts strain on the graphics chip, memory and power supply, and repeated heat cycles lead to solder faults. Replacing the HDMI port costs a fraction of the price of a new console, and you keep your games, accounts and saved games.
How the repair works
- Find your console in our games console repair price list and choose a repair.
- Bring the console to our shop in Hradec Králové or book a free courier pickup from anywhere in the Czech Republic. Leave your games and accessories at home.
- Cleaning usually takes 1–2 working days, and HDMI port replacement 1–3 working days.
- Every repair comes with a 12-month warranty.
Find out more on our Console cleaning and thermal paste replacement and PS5 and Xbox HDMI port repair pages.
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my games or save data during the repair?
No. Neither cleaning nor HDMI port replacement touches the storage. After the repair, your console will start up with everything that was on it.
How often should I clean my console?
It depends on the environment. In a home with pets or a smoker, as often as once a year; otherwise roughly every two years, or whenever the fan starts getting noisy.
Will cleaning void the manufacturer's warranty?
Opening the console outside an authorised service centre may void the manufacturer's warranty. If your console is still under warranty and overheating, try making a warranty claim with the seller first.
Do you also repair the HDMI output on the Nintendo Switch?
The Switch sends the picture via USB-C and the dock. If there's no output to the TV, the cause is usually a faulty USB-C connector or a chip in the console or dock. Send it to us for diagnostics and we'll get back to you with a price.
Is an HDMI connector replacement permanent?
Yes, the new connector is firmly soldered in place. The repair comes with a 12-month warranty.