I'm considering whether to build my own PC or to pay someone to help me out. I've been using PCPartPicker and everything looks compatible, but I'm pretty clueless about assembling it myself and I'm worried about damaging the components. How much does it usually cost to hire someone for advice on compatibility and assembly?
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Honestly, building a PC is pretty straightforward. It's almost like fitting together Legos! I wouldn't pay someone else to do it when you can easily find tutorials online and put it together yourself in a couple of hours.
I ran a small service locally and usually charged around 10-12% of the total build price; that included optimizing RAM and CPU cooling, which most builders skip. Just keep in mind, if parts get damaged during assembly, the shop might not cover it!
If you're really unsure, checking local services might be smart. You'll often find someone willing to build it for around $100, but it can vary depending on your area. Just make sure they have a good reputation!
Yeah, that’s a good point. I’d definitely want to trust whoever is building it for me. It's a big investment after all.