Pocket Geek Tech Repair by CrC Repair® · 10 stores nationwide

Phone, tablet, laptop & games console repair

Book your repair online in seconds – same-day screen replacement, battery replacement and more at 10 UK stores.
Lifetime warranty on all mobile phone screen

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We repair

Mobiles

Tablets

Laptops

Desktops

Wearables

Consoles

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What we repair

From a cracked phone screen to a PlayStation that won’t read discs, CrC Repair® fixes the tech you rely on every day. Pick a service to see repairs, parts and warranties, or book straight away using the tool above.

Mobile phone repair

Cracked screens, dead batteries, charging ports, cameras, microphones and speakers on iPhone, Samsung, Google Pixel, Motorola and most Android phones. Most phone repairs are finished the same day.

Screen replacement

Original-quality OLED and LCD screens for phones, tablets and laptops, fitted in store while you wait, with a lifetime warranty on every phone screen repair.

Battery replacement

Phone, tablet, laptop and MacBook batteries replaced with new, tested cells, usually within the hour, and covered by a 12-month warranty.

Tablet & iPad repair

iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab and other Android tablet screens, batteries, charging ports and buttons, for every generation.

Laptop & computer repair

Laptop screens, keyboards, batteries, hinges and charging ports, plus SSD and RAM upgrades, virus removal and data recovery on desktop PCs. We also build custom gaming PCs.

MacBook repair

MacBook Air and MacBook Pro screens, batteries, keyboards, trackpads and logic-board repairs, with Genuine Apple parts available.

Games console repair

PlayStation HDMI ports, overheating and disc-drive faults, Xbox Series X|S and One repairs, and Nintendo Switch screens, charging ports and Joy-Con faults.

Smartwatch & wearable repair

Smartwatches and fitness trackers, including Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch: screen, battery and button repairs.

Water damage & board-level repair

Liquid-damage cleaning, diagnostics and micro-soldering for phones, tablets and laptops that won’t switch on. Start with what to do with a water-damaged phone.

Can’t see your device? Call us on 0330 133 1131, email [email protected] or book a diagnostic and we’ll take a look.

Phone repair at a Pocket Geek Tech Repair store by CrC Repair®

Why choose CrC Repair®?

CrC Repair® has been repairing phones, tablets, laptops and games consoles since 2004. Today we run 10 Pocket Geek Tech Repair stores across England and Scotland and complete more than 20,000 repairs a year for households, businesses and insurers.

Stop searching for “phone repair near me” – pick your nearest store, book online in seconds and walk out with a working device, usually the same day.

More about CrC Repair®

Lifetime warranty on screen repairs

Every phone screen we fit is covered for life. Most other repairs carry a 12-month warranty on parts and labour.

Genuine and OEM-quality parts

Genuine Apple parts available for iPhone, genuine Samsung and Google parts, and tested OEM-quality parts for everything else.

Same-day repairs

Most screen and battery replacements are finished in 1–3 hours. Walk in, or book a slot so your parts are ready.

20+ years, 20,000+ repairs a year

An award-winning, insurance-approved repair company trusted by households and businesses since 2004.

Upfront prices and a price match

Clear quotes with no hidden fees before any work starts, and a price match on like-for-like repairs (terms apply).

Rated by thousands of customers

4.9 out of 5 on Trustpilot and up to 5.0 on Google across our stores. Read the latest reviews further down this page.

How to get your device repaired

Five ways to get your repair done – choose whichever suits you.

In store

Walk into any of our 10 stores – no appointment needed, although booking reserves your parts and the fastest turnaround.

Book online

Choose your device and repair, pick a store and a time, and get an instant quote before you arrive.

Collection & drop-off

We collect your device, repair it and return it – ideal for businesses and multiple devices.*

Mail-in repair

Can’t reach a store? Post your device to us and we’ll repair it and send it back by tracked courier.

Come-to-you repair

A technician repairs your device at your home or workplace while you carry on with your day.*

*Collection and Come-to-You services are available from selected stores. Check with your local store when you book.

Get a quick quote

10 phone repair stores across the UK

Pocket Geek Tech Repair by CrC Repair® has stores in London, the South Coast, East Anglia, the Midlands and Scotland. Tap your nearest store for its address, opening hours, local prices and the repairs it offers:

Opening hours differ from store to store. Full details, maps and directions are on our store locator, or call head office on 0330 133 1131.

Phone, tablet, laptop and console repairs in detail

Screen replacement and cracked screen repair

A cracked or smashed screen is the fault we see most, and screen replacement is what CrC Repair® is known for. We replace OLED and LCD displays on iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and Motorola phones, on iPads and Android tablets, and on laptops and MacBooks.

Phone screen replacements are usually finished the same day, often within 1–3 hours, and every phone screen we fit is covered by our lifetime warranty. Not sure what a repair should cost? Read our guide to iPhone screen repair costs in the UK and the difference between OLED and LCD screens, then get an instant quote with the booking tool above.

Same-day phone repair near you

Searching for “phone repair near me” or “phone repair shops near me”? With 10 stores from Bournemouth to Glasgow, there’s a good chance one is close by. Walk in with a broken phone and our technicians will diagnose it and quote before any work starts. Most screen, battery, charging-port, camera, microphone and speaker repairs are completed while you wait, and we repair every major brand – Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel, Motorola, OnePlus, Oppo, Sony, Huawei and Xiaomi.

Battery replacement

If your phone dies early, shuts down in the cold or charges slowly, a battery replacement is usually the quickest fix. We replace batteries in phones, tablets, laptops and MacBooks with new, tested cells, and every battery replacement comes with a 12-month warranty. Our guide to battery health and when to replace explains what the numbers in your settings mean.

Laptop, MacBook and computer repair

Our laptop repair service covers cracked screens, failed keyboards and trackpads, worn batteries, broken hinges and charging ports on Windows laptops from HP, Lenovo, Acer, Asus and Microsoft Surface. MacBook repair includes MacBook Air and Pro screens, batteries, keyboards and logic-board work. For desktop PCs we offer computer repair, virus and malware removal, data recovery, SSD and RAM upgrades, and custom gaming PC builds. Laptop and computer repairs carry a 12-month warranty.

Tablet and iPad repair

We fix iPad screens, batteries and charging ports across every generation – iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro – as well as Samsung Galaxy Tab and other Android tablets. Many tablet repairs are completed the same day; your store will confirm timing when you book.

Games console repair

From PlayStation repair – PS5 and PS4 HDMI ports, overheating, disc drives and controller stick drift – to Xbox repair and Nintendo Switch repair, our games console repair team gets you back in the game. We also build and upgrade custom gaming PCs in store.

Smartwatch and wearable repair

We repair smartwatches and fitness trackers, including Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch screens, batteries and buttons. Book online or bring your watch into your nearest store for a quote.

Water damage, charging port, camera and speaker repairs

Dropped your phone in water? Switch it off and read what to do with a water-damaged phone, then bring it to us for liquid-damage cleaning and board-level diagnostics. We also replace charging ports, cameras, microphones, speakers and back glass on all major phones.

Sell your device or buy pre-owned

Upgrading? We buy phones, tablets, laptops and consoles for cash in store, or you can put the value towards a device from our online store. Every device we sell has passed a 60-point quality check and comes with a two-year warranty and a free Device MOT every six months.

Frequently asked questions

Prices, turnaround times, warranties and parts – the questions our stores are asked most.

How much does a phone screen replacement cost?

It depends on the model and the type of screen (OLED or LCD). Use the booking tool at the top of this page to get an instant price for your exact phone, or read our guide to iPhone screen repair costs in the UK. Prices are upfront with no hidden fees, and every phone screen we fit comes with a lifetime warranty.

How long does a phone repair take? Can I get it done the same day?

Yes. Most phone screen repairs, battery replacements and common faults are completed the same day, often within 1–3 hours. More complex work such as motherboard or water-damage repair can take longer depending on diagnostics and parts availability.

Do you repair all phone brands?

Yes. We repair Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, Motorola, OnePlus, Oppo, Sony, Huawei, Xiaomi and most other Android phones.

Do you also repair tablets, laptops, MacBooks and games consoles?

We do. Our stores repair iPads and Android tablets, Windows laptops and desktop PCs, MacBooks, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch consoles, smartwatches and fitness trackers, drones and other electronics. We also build custom gaming PCs.

Do you repair smartwatches and other wearables?

Yes. We repair smartwatches and fitness trackers, including Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch, covering screens, batteries and buttons. Book online or ask your nearest store for a quote.

Do your repairs come with a warranty?

Yes. Phone screen repairs have a lifetime warranty, and most other repairs – batteries, charging ports, cameras, tablets, laptops and consoles – carry a 12-month warranty covering parts and labour. Board-level soldering repairs are covered for three months.

What parts do you use – are they genuine?

We use genuine and OEM-quality replacement parts. Genuine Apple parts are available for iPhone repairs, Samsung repairs use genuine Samsung parts and Google Pixel repairs use genuine Google parts. Every device is tested before it goes back to you.

Do I need to book a repair in advance?

Walk-ins are welcome at all 10 stores. Booking online is recommended, though, because it reserves your parts and secures the fastest turnaround.

What if I can’t get to a store?

Besides in-store repair we offer a mail-in service, collection and drop-off, and a come-to-you doorstep service from selected stores. Choose the option that suits you when you book, or contact your nearest store.

Can you fix a water-damaged phone?

Often, yes. Switch the phone off, don’t charge it and bring it to us as soon as possible for liquid-damage cleaning and diagnostics. Read what to do with a water-damaged phone first – we’ll tell you what can be saved before any work starts.

Where are your repair stores?

Pocket Geek Tech Repair by CrC Repair® has 10 stores: Bournemouth, Colchester, Farringdon (London EC1), Glasgow (St Enoch Centre), Norwich, Romford, Stoke-on-Trent, Surrey Quays (London SE16), Whetstone (London N20) and Wolverhampton. Addresses, opening hours and phone numbers are on our store locator.

Do you buy phones and other devices?

Yes. Bring your old phone, tablet, laptop or console into any store for a cash offer, or check our trading price online. We also sell checked, pre-owned devices with a two-year warranty in our online store.

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