About Us
Local People Who
Actually Love Computers
We are a Davis shop run by people who genuinely care about getting your machine right. Straight answers, honest pricing, and no upsells you did not ask for.
5+
Years in Business
600+
Custom PC Builds
200+
Happy Customers
4.9★
Average Rating
Same-Day
Diagnostics Available
Our Story
A Davis Shop Built
by Someone Who Cares
NorthCore Computing Solutions started with a simple idea: Davis deserved a local computer shop where you would actually get straight answers. No corporate upsells, no mystery charges, just honest work from someone who genuinely loves what they do.
With 5+ years of hands-on experience and 600+ custom builds completed, we have helped students, families, creators, and gamers across Davis, Sacramento, Woodland, and beyond get the most out of their machines.
"Every machine that leaves our shop gets the same care I would give my own."
Ken, Founder of NorthCore
Whether it is a $50 virus removal or a $2,000 custom workstation, every job gets the same level of attention. That consistency is why customers keep coming back and why they send their friends.
Our Process
Here is Exactly What Happens
When You Bring Us Your Device
From the first call to the final handoff, you always know what to expect. No surprises.
Consultation
You bring in your device or reach out by phone, and we sit down to understand exactly what is going on. No jargon, no pressure, and no charge for the conversation.
- No-obligation assessment
- Clear pricing before any work begins
- Available same day
Preparation
Once you approve the quote, we source the right parts, back up your data if needed, and prep everything before a single screw is touched. Nothing is left to chance.
- Parts sourced to your exact specs
- Data backed up before hardware work
- No surprises, every step mapped out in advance
Repair or Build
We get to work, whether that is diagnosing a failing drive, swapping a cracked screen, clearing malware, or hand-assembling your custom build from the ground up with every cable routed clean.
- All brands and configurations welcome
- Custom builds assembled with care
- Tested thoroughly during the process
Final Inspection
Before your device or build leaves our hands, we run stress tests, verify every function works as expected, and walk you through exactly what was done. You leave with full confidence.
- Stress tests and boot verification
- Full walkthrough with you at pickup
- 30-day workmanship warranty included
Do you want to know more? Get in touch
NorthCore Computing
Davis, CAWhy NorthCore
Why People Choose NorthCore
We are not a big box store and we are not a franchise. We are a hands-on, local shop where every job gets personal attention and every customer gets a straight answer.
- 100% satisfaction on all repairs and services
- Same-day service available for common repairs and upgrades
- 30-day workmanship warranty on all labor
- All brands serviced including Dell, HP, Apple, Lenovo, ASUS, and custom builds
- Locally owned and operated right here in Davis, CA
- 4.9 star average across 200 or more real customer reviews
5+
Years in Business
600+
Custom PC Builds
4.9★
Average Rating
Reviews
What Our Customers Say
4.9
200+ reviews
4.8
165 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Let's Work Together
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We Would Love to Help.
Whether you need a same-day repair, a custom build, or just some honest advice, we are here for it. No jargon, no pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Common
Computer Repair & Build Questions
We believe in clear communication before any work begins. Here are the questions Davis customers ask us most — answered honestly.
We will tell you exactly what is wrong and what it will cost before any work begins. No surprises, no hidden fees.
Simple repairs like RAM or SSD upgrades and virus removal are often same-day. More complex jobs like motherboard repairs or data recovery typically take 2 to 4 business days. We will give you an honest estimate upfront so you always know what to expect.
It depends entirely on your goals and budget. Starter gaming builds typically run $600 to $900, mid-range setups $1,000 to $1,500, and high-end workstations $2,000 and up. Parts, assembly, and cable management are all included in the price.
Yes, we work on all major brands including Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, Apple, and custom builds. Whether it is a screen replacement, motherboard repair, or cooling issue, bring it in and we will take a look.
Yes. All labor comes with a 30-day workmanship warranty. Parts are covered under the manufacturer's warranty. If something we touched stops working properly, bring it back and we will make it right.
Almost always. Slowdowns are usually caused by malware, a failing drive, insufficient RAM, or software bloat. We will diagnose the root cause and recommend the most cost-effective fix, whether that is a tune-up, an SSD upgrade, or a fresh OS install.
Without question. An SSD upgrade is the single biggest performance improvement you can make to an older machine. Boot times drop from minutes to seconds and everyday use feels like a completely different computer.
In many cases, yes. We handle logical failures, accidental deletions, corrupted drives, and some physical failures. We will assess the drive first and give you a no-obligation quote before proceeding with any work.
Yes. Screen replacements are one of our most common repairs. Bring it in and we will source the correct panel for your model and usually have it back to you within 1 to 2 business days.
Absolutely. We work with a lot of UC Davis students on laptop repairs, virus removal, and data recovery. We offer fast turnaround so you are not without your computer for long during the semester. Drop it off and we will get you back up and running quickly.
Write down or photograph the error code if you can, then bring it in. BSODs are usually caused by a failing drive, bad RAM, a driver conflict, or overheating. We will run a full diagnostic to find the culprit and fix it.