Chester residents bring laptops, Macs and PCs to our Somerville shop, about 25 minutes south on Route 206. We diagnose it, fix it and text you when it's ready. No appointment, no mail-in, no surprises.
Chester to Somerville: a straight shot south on Route 206.
Head south on Route 206 toward Bedminster, hop on I-287 South for a few miles, and exit toward Somerville on Route 202/206. Most Chester customers are here in about 25 minutes.
Chester sits where Route 206 meets County Route 513, which makes getting to us simple: head south on 206 toward Bedminster and keep going into Somerset County.
Most Chester Borough and Chester Township customers drop off on the way somewhere else and pick up on the return trip. No waiting rooms, no sitting around while someone pokes at your machine in front of you.
From a cracked screen to a machine that won't boot, if it's a laptop, Mac or desktop PC, we can almost certainly help.
What We Fix
Computer Repair Services for Chester NJ: Home & Business
Drop-off repair for Chester households, plus IT support for local businesses.
For Homeowners
Residential repair for 07930 & Morris County
Laptop & Desktop Repair for Chester
Laptops that won't charge, desktops that won't start, cracked screens, loose hinges and endless restart loops. All major Windows brands.
Mac Repair for Chester
iMac, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and Mac mini. Batteries, screens, storage upgrades, macOS problems and liquid damage diagnostics.
File & Photo Recovery
Hard drives, SSDs, USB drives and SD cards from computers that failed. Assessed with a $75 diagnostic, recovery starting at $199.
Make an older PC feel new again. An SSD and more RAM can add years of use to a machine with a healthy board.
Custom PC Builds
Gaming rigs, creator workstations and quiet home office towers, built with quality parts and tested in Somerville. Starts with a $150 consultation credited to the build.
Standard turnaround 48–72 hrs · drop-off only
For Businesses
Business IT for Chester NJ companies
Priority Drop-Off Repair
⚡ Rush service available
Add rush service for $100 and your workstation goes straight to the front of the line.
On-Site Work for Chester Businesses
Bigger jobs like networking, multi-PC rollouts and server installs are scheduled on-site.
Monthly Managed Support
A predictable monthly rate, ongoing maintenance and priority response. Your outsourced IT person for 07930 businesses.
Remote Support for 07930
Screen-share fixes for software issues, email problems and urgent troubleshooting for business clients.
Business Backup Setup
Local and cloud backup set up and checked, so one failed drive doesn't become a lost week.
Office Computer Upgrades
Planned replacements, data transfers and setup so your team is back to work the same day the new PCs arrive.
What Morris County Computer Repair Customers Ask Us
Farm and country-estate gear takes a beating. Chester Township is farms, horse properties and country homes, so we see laptops dropped in barns, caked with dust, or hit with spills. Liquid damage and hard impacts are among the most common repairs from rural Morris County. West Morris Mendham students bring cracked screens, worn keyboards and machines slowed by years of junk every fall and spring.
Remote workers count on their home setup. A lot of Chester residents work from home in finance, consulting and corporate roles, so a laptop failure is a lost workday. Standard repairs take 48 to 72 hours, with rush service for $100. Power surges and older machines: storms bring power blips, and after a surge it might be the adapter or it might be the motherboard. The diagnostic tells you which before you spend anything more.
Dave's vs. The Big Box
Computer Repair in NJ: Dave's vs. the Big Box Alternative
Before you ship it to a warehouse or hand it to a chain, here's what that usually looks like versus what we do.
Turnaround Time
The Chains
1–3 weeks or longer
Dave's
48–72 hours standard repairs
Where Your Device Goes
The Chains
Shipped to a regional depot
Out of your hands for weeks
Dave's
Stays in our Somerville shop
Never leaves the building
Who's Working On It
The Chains
Rotating staff, varying skill
Different tech every visit
Dave's
15+ years of bench experience
Same technician since 2011
How You Pay
The Chains
Memberships pushed at the counter
Add-ons that climb fast
Dave's
Flat quote, diagnostic credited
No subscriptions
From Chester to Somerville
Find Us: About 25 Minutes from Chester
Seventeen miles, most of it on Route 206 South. Free parking.
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Turn-by-Turn from Chester (07930)
Take US-206 South from Chester toward Peapack-Gladstone and Bedminster
Merge onto I-287 South for a few miles
Exit for US-202/206 toward Somerville
Take US-22 West briefly to North Bridge Street; the shop is at 75 N Bridge St
Dave's Computers operates exclusively from our shop at 75 N Bridge St, Somerville. We don't have a location in Chester, and residential repairs are drop-off only. Here's why in-shop repair works better.
$25Off Your Repair
New Customer Discount
$25 off services over $100 at our Somerville shop for Chester, 07930 & Morris County residents. New customers only. Not valid on diagnostic service. Cannot be used with any other offer or service.
Heads up: Dave's Computers has no storefront in Chester. The shop is at 75 N Bridge St, Somerville, about 17 miles away. Residential repairs are drop-off only.
Honest, Flat-Rate Pricing
What Computer Repair Costs for Chester Customers
When you approve the repair, the $75 diagnostic is credited toward your total.
Starts At
Diagnostic
$75Credited to repair
Standard-brand laptops and desktops. Custom and boutique gaming PCs have a $149 diagnostic that comes off the labor.
Most Common
Standard Repairs
QuotedAfter diagnostic
Batteries, screens, drive swaps, cooling and Windows problems, each with a fixed price you approve first.
Starting At
Data Recovery
$199Quoted after diagnostic
Hard drives, SSDs, USB drives and memory cards. Recovery is quoted after I see what shape the drive is in.
How pricing works: Diagnostic first, flat quote second, repair only after you say yes. Nothing is billed by the hour, and rush service adds $100. Same pricing for Chester as every town we serve.
Google Reviews
What Customers Say on Google
Live from the Dave's Computers Google listing. Tap any review to read it on Google Maps.
I engaged "Dave's Computer" to build a new custom build Windows 11 computer as replacement for the Windows 10 machine.
I presented my thoughts and needs to Dave about the new unit and he asked some basic questions as to my needs and want for the new unit. We touched on cost for the unit and I left...
I dropped off my laptop, and Dave gave me a clear overview of the problem (he had experienced similar issues on 3 others of the same model) and the cost. Communication was clear and helpful. Once he started the repairs, he kept me updated. I would absolutely use Dave again!!
I have been going to Dave's Computers for years because he always fixes my problems. I also use his anti-virus and it is as good as any, if not better, than others that I would have to pay much more for. If you're having problems, go to Dave's. He doesn't break the bank and he solves the problems.
Over the last decade or so, whenever I had a computer problem, I went to Dave. I recently had a very worrisome crash; the system failed to boot up. (I hadn't needed to use him for about 3 years.) I paid the "rush fee" on Saturday when dropping the machine off with the weekend agent. By Monday...
"As a Broker of over 40 years in New Jersey I rely on my computer help", which is the artery to my success and business. Thank goodness Dave's is here for me with the messes I get into with scammers, land grabbers and just uneccesary things that I pick up. The most effective virus program have ever...
I had previously tried to build my own PC to no success. Even though right now it is really tough to get a PC built due to the price increases with RAM’s, GPU’s and other parts because of AI, I still really wanted to get one for myself. I came across Dave’s Computers online and went in for a...
What Chester residents ask before they make the drive.
What's the drive from Chester NJ to your Somerville shop?
About 25 minutes south on Route 206, with a short stretch of I-287. Long Valley adds a few minutes; Far Hills and Peapack are closer. We're at 75 N Bridge St, Somerville NJ 08876.
Do you offer in-home computer repair in Chester?
Not for homes. Residential repairs are drop-off only at our Somerville shop, because spare parts and overnight testing catch problems a house call misses. If carrying the computer is the hard part, call from our lot and we'll bring it in. More on in-home computer repair in NJ.
For Chester businesses, yes, for projects like network setup, server installs and workstation rollouts.
Is there a fee just to look at my computer?
Yes, a diagnostic: $75 for standard brands like Dell, HP and Lenovo, $149 for custom-built and boutique PCs. Either way it's credited toward the work if you approve the flat quote that follows.
My laptop got wet. Can it be saved?
Maybe. It depends on the liquid, how much, and how long the laptop stayed on afterward. Turn it off, don't charge it, and bring it in as soon as you can; corrosion keeps spreading. We'll evaluate it and give you an honest assessment.
Can you recover files from a computer that won't turn on?
Often, yes. If the drive is intact we can frequently get your data off even when the computer won't power on. Data recovery starts at $199 after the diagnostic shows what's recoverable.
How long will my computer be at the shop?
Plan on 48 to 72 hours for most repairs. If you can't wait, rush service is available for an extra $100.
Can you work on my Mac?
Yes. MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac and Mac mini, along with every major Windows brand and custom-built PCs.
Can I just show up?
Yes, no appointment needed. We're open Monday to Friday 10 to 5 and Saturday 9 to 2. A quick call ahead is welcome but not required.
Will my computer leave your shop?
No. It stays in our Somerville shop from drop-off to pickup. Nothing is shipped to a depot or a contractor.
New Customer DiscountMention this page when you drop off
75 N Bridge St, Somerville NJ · For Chester / 07930 / Morris County customers · New customers only · Valid on services over $100 · Not valid on diagnostic service · Cannot be used with any other offer or service · Present at drop-off · Expires 60 days from print date
Ready to Get Your Computer Fixed?
Chester residents: bring it in. About 25 minutes on Route 206, no appointment, and the $75 diagnostic is credited to your repair.
