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From a PS5 that won’t read discs to a PS4 overheating mid-game, a PS3 with a yellowing problem, or a PlayStation controller with severe stick drift — Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® repairs all PlayStation consoles across every generation. Our Bournemouth technicians carry out PlayStation repairs every week and understand the specific faults, components, and repair requirements of each model in the PlayStation lineup.

Every PlayStation repair we carry out is backed by a one-year warranty. And if you’re looking to buy a pre-owned PlayStation or sell your current one, we offer that too — with every console we sell backed by a two-year warranty.

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We repair every PlayStation console and handheld ever released, including:

• PlayStation 5 Standard Edition (disc drive)
• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition
• PlayStation 5 Slim Standard Edition (disc drive)
• PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition
• PlayStation 5 Pro

• PlayStation 4 Standard (FAT) — CUH-1000 through CUH-1200 series
• PlayStation 4 Slim — CUH-2000 series
• PlayStation 4 Pro — CUH-7000 series

Not sure if we cover your specific PlayStation model? Just pop in or get in touch — if we can source the part, we can carry out the repair.

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A faulty HDMI port is one of the most common PlayStation faults — particularly on the PS4 and PS5. If your PlayStation powers on but produces no picture on the TV, the HDMI connection is loose or intermittent, or the port is visibly damaged, the HDMI port itself is almost certainly the cause. Our Bournemouth technicians carry out HDMI port replacements on all PlayStation home consoles, restoring a reliable full-resolution connection. HDMI port repairs carry a one-year warranty.

A PlayStation disc drive that won’t accept discs, fails to read discs it has accepted, makes grinding or clicking noises, or won’t eject is a common and very repairable fault. We repair and replace disc drives across the PlayStation range. PS5 disc drive replacements involve Sony’s drive pairing process — our Bournemouth team will explain exactly what this means for your console and walk you through the process before any work begins. Disc drive repairs carry a one-year warranty.

A PlayStation that shuts down mid-game, displays an overheating warning, or runs with fans at full speed continuously is almost always suffering from dust accumulation in the cooling system. This is one of the most common faults we see on PS4 consoles that have been in heavy use for several years — and increasingly on PS5 consoles that haven’t been cleaned since purchase. Our technicians disassemble the console, clean the heatsink and fan assembly thoroughly, replace thermal paste, and reassemble — restoring proper thermal management and eliminating the shutdowns. Fan cleaning and thermal paste replacement carry a one-year warranty.

A PlayStation that refuses to power on, powers on and immediately shuts off, beeps and powers down, or gets stuck on the startup screen can have several underlying causes — from a faulty power supply unit to a logic board fault or corrupted system software. Our Bournemouth technicians carry out a thorough diagnostic to identify the root cause before advising on the most appropriate repair. Power fault diagnostics and repairs carry a one-year warranty.

The Blue Light of Death on PlayStation 4 — where the console powers on, the blue light pulses but never turns white, and the console fails to fully boot — is a well-known PS4 fault. It can be caused by a range of issues including hard drive failure, corrupted software, faulty RAM, or a logic board fault. Our technicians are experienced with BLoD diagnosis and repair across all PS4 models. Covered by our one-year warranty.

The Yellow Light of Death is the PS3’s equivalent of a critical system failure — typically caused by solder joint failure on the GPU or CPU due to thermal stress over years of use. Our Bournemouth technicians carry out PS3 YLoD repairs using reflowing and reballing techniques where appropriate. Our team will give you an honest assessment of the likely outcome before any work begins. Covered by our one-year warranty.

Stick drift is one of the most widespread PlayStation controller issues — affecting both the DualSense on PS5 and the DualShock 4 on PS4. If your analogue stick is registering movement when you’re not touching it, we can repair or replace the affected stick components to eliminate drift completely. We also repair:

• Unresponsive or sticky face buttons and d-pad
• Broken or worn trigger mechanisms (L2/R2)
• Trigger resistance faults on DualSense adaptive triggers
• Charging port faults — controller won’t charge
• Speaker and microphone faults on DualSense
• Broken thumbstick caps and grips

Controller repairs carry a one-year warranty.

A slow, failing, or full hard drive or SSD significantly impacts the PlayStation experience. We carry out HDD and SSD replacements and upgrades across the PlayStation range — including PS4 HDD upgrades to SSD for significantly improved load times, and PS5 M.2 SSD expansion slot installations. Our technicians will handle the data migration and system software reinstallation as part of the process. Storage replacements and upgrades carry a one-year warranty.

Broken or non-functioning USB ports on PlayStation consoles — whether used for charging controllers, connecting accessories, or transferring data — are a common physical fault. Our Bournemouth team can repair or replace USB ports across the PlayStation range. USB port repairs carry a one-year warranty.

A PS4 that ejects discs spontaneously, won’t eject discs on command, or has an eject button that sticks or doesn’t register is a frustrating but very fixable fault. Our technicians can repair eject button and disc ejection mechanism faults across the PS4 range. Covered by our one-year warranty.

System software corruption, persistent error codes, PSN connectivity issues, database rebuild loops, and consoles stuck in safe mode are all software faults our Bournemouth technicians resolve regularly. We carry out full PlayStation system software reinstallations where necessary, with data backup discussed with you before any work begins. Software repairs carry a one-year warranty.

Cracked or damaged screens on the PSP and PlayStation Vita are among the most common handheld PlayStation repairs. We source quality replacement screens for all supported PSP and Vita models. Screen repairs carry a one-year warranty.

PSP and PlayStation Vita batteries degrade significantly over time. If your handheld PlayStation is no longer lasting a meaningful session away from a charger, a battery replacement will restore proper playtime. Battery replacements carry a one-year warranty.

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As well as repairing PlayStation consoles, Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® buys and sells pre-owned PlayStation consoles. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a PS5, sell your current console, or pick up a fully tested pre-owned PlayStation at a fair price, we can help.

Every pre-owned PlayStation console we sell at our Bournemouth store has been fully tested and inspected by our technicians before going on sale. We currently buy and sell PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 consoles. Every console we sell comes with a two-year warranty — significantly more than you would receive from a private seller or most second-hand marketplaces. You can buy with confidence knowing that if a fault develops within two years of purchase, we will repair or replace it.

If you’re looking to sell your PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, or PlayStation 5, bring it into our Bournemouth store and our team will assess it and make you a fair offer on the spot. We buy consoles in working condition across all three generations — with or without controllers and accessories. Contact us in advance or simply walk in and our team will take a look.

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We believe in transparent, upfront pricing. Before any repair work begins, you’ll receive a clear quote with no hidden fees and no surprises. Pricing varies by PlayStation model and fault type. Pop into Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® or use our online booking tool for a fast estimate.

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PlayStation consoles — particularly the PS5 with its sophisticated cooling architecture, custom SSD, and Tempest 3D audio engine — are complex machines that deserve to be repaired by technicians who know what they’re doing. At Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®, we are an established repair business with stores across the UK and our Bournemouth team carry out PlayStation repairs across every generation, every week.

We don’t rush jobs. We don’t use inferior parts without telling you. We don’t hand your PS5 to someone unqualified because there’s a queue. Every PlayStation repair is carried out by a trained technician, using quality components, to a professional standard — backed by a one-year warranty you can actually rely on.

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All PlayStation repairs carried out at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® are covered by our one-year warranty. All pre-owned PlayStation consoles sold by us are covered by a two-year warranty. Repair warranty cover applies to the specific fault that was repaired and does not cover new physical damage, liquid ingress after the repair, or unrelated faults that develop independently. For full warranty terms, visit our warranty page.

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We repair every PlayStation console ever released — from the original PlayStation 1 through to the PS5 Pro — as well as PSP and PlayStation Vita handheld devices, all under one roof at our Bournemouth store.

We buy and sell PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 consoles. Every console we sell is fully tested and comes with a two-year warranty — far beyond what you’d get from a private sale.

DualSense and DualShock stick drift, broken triggers, charging port faults — controller repairs are some of the most common PlayStation jobs we carry out and our technicians resolve them quickly and reliably.

You’ll receive a clear quote before we start. We will never carry out additional work without your approval and there are no hidden charges.

Our store is easy to reach from Boscombe, Westbourne, Charminster, and the surrounding area. Walk-ins are welcome, or book ahead online to secure your slot.

Most common PlayStation repairs are completed the same day or within 24 hours. Our team will always give you a realistic timeframe upfront.

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We let our work speak for itself. Below are a few examples of PlayStation repairs carried out by our Bournemouth team.

[Before/After Image 1]

• Before alt text: “PlayStation 5 with faulty HDMI port before repair at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®”
• After alt text: “PlayStation 5 after professional HDMI port repair at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®”

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• Before alt text: “PlayStation 4 overheating before fan cleaning at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®”
• After alt text: “PlayStation 4 after professional fan cleaning and thermal paste replacement at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®”

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• Before alt text: “DualSense controller with stick drift before repair at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®”
• After alt text: “DualSense controller after professional stick drift repair at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®”

Every repair you see here was carried out by our trained Bournemouth technicians using quality parts, backed by our one-year repair warranty.

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Most common PlayStation repairs — including HDMI port replacements, fan cleaning, and controller repairs — are completed the same day or within 24 hours at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair®. More complex faults such as logic board diagnostics or PS5 disc drive replacements may take longer, and our team will give you a realistic timeframe before any work begins.

No appointment is necessary — walk-ins are always welcome. If you’d prefer to secure your slot and avoid any wait, you can book online in advance.

Yes — a PS5 that won’t power on can have several causes including a power supply fault, software corruption, or a logic board issue. Bring your PS5 into our Bournemouth store and our technicians will carry out a full diagnostic to identify and resolve the fault.

The Blue Light of Death (BLoD) occurs when a PS4 powers on, the blue light pulses but never turns white, and the console fails to fully boot. It can be caused by hard drive failure, corrupted software, faulty RAM, or a logic board fault. Our Bournemouth technicians are experienced with BLoD diagnosis and repair and will give you an honest assessment before any work begins.

Yes — we repair PS5 disc drives. PS5 disc drive replacement involves a drive pairing process specific to Sony’s system. Our team will explain the full process before any work begins so you know exactly what to expect.

Yes — we buy and sell PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 consoles at our Bournemouth store. Every console we sell is fully tested and comes with a two-year warranty. If you’d like to sell your PlayStation, bring it in and our team will make you a fair offer on the spot.

Every pre-owned PlayStation console sold by Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® comes with a two-year warranty. If a fault develops within two years of purchase, we will repair or replace the console.

Yes — DualSense stick drift is one of the most common PlayStation repairs we carry out. Our technicians repair or replace the affected analogue stick components to eliminate drift and restore accurate input. DualSense repairs carry a one-year warranty.

Yes — we repair all PlayStation generations including PS2, PS1, PSP, and PlayStation Vita. If you have an older PlayStation console that needs attention, get in touch or pop in and our team will advise.

All PlayStation repairs carried out at Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® are covered by a one-year warranty. Faults caused by physical damage or liquid ingress after the repair are not covered. See our warranty page for the full terms.

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Don’t let a broken PlayStation keep you away from the games you love. Bring your console into Pocket Geek Bournemouth by CrC Repair® and our expert team will have it diagnosed and repaired as quickly as possible. Or if you’re looking to buy or sell a PlayStation, pop in and our team will be happy to help. Walk-ins welcome, or book online to secure your preferred slot.