Console repair guides
Practical advice on common PS5, Xbox and Nintendo Switch faults. Written for Warrington customers, useful wherever you are.
PS5 HDMI no picture: what it usually means
No picture on your PS5 is often a damaged HDMI port, not a dead console. Here is how to tell and what repair usually involves.
Read guideConsole overheating and loud fans: when to service
Dust, dried thermal paste, and blocked vents make consoles overheat. A proper service is cheaper than replacing the console.
Read guideNintendo Switch not charging: USB-C port faults explained
A Switch that will not charge usually has a worn or damaged USB-C port, not a dead battery. Here is how to tell the difference.
Read guideXbox Series X or S HDMI no picture: common causes
Xbox Series consoles lose picture for the same reasons as PS5: damaged HDMI ports. Here is how to diagnose it.
Read guidePS5 won’t turn on: no power faults explained
A PS5 that shows no sign of life is not always a write-off. Here is what no-power usually means and what repair involves.
Read guideWhat to expect when you bring your console for repair
Formal diagnosis before pricing, your data stays put, and you deal with the person doing the repair. Here is the full process.
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