1. How long will the data recovery process take?

On average, professional data recovery companies boast an ability to resolve the problem(s) within 2 - 5 days upon receiving the damaged system. Some companies offer expedited and emergency services offering the quickest possible recovery of lost data.

2. How much will data recovery generally cost?

The cost of data recovery depends totally on the company you employ and the problem that has resulted in data loss. Most companies will charge a diagnostic fee, which will be required regardless of whether or not the problem is resolved. Generally speaking, data recovery could end up costing anywhere from $50 - $4,000.

3. What are the common causes of data loss?
• Contraction of computer virus / worm
• Human error / accidental deletion
• Hardware failure: poor storage conditions / harsh treatment of hardware
• Power / electrical failure
4. Is there such a thing as permanent data loss?

Yes. Severe damage to certain portions of the hard drive could render the data irretrievable. Such severe damage is less common.

5. How can I best protect myself from data loss?
• Avoid storage conditions allowing heat & vibration
• Make regular data backups
• Run Scandisk to examine / monitor hard drive performance
• Install / run anti virus software
• Use a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply)
6. How often should I backup my data?

Data backups should be done on a regular basis, but it should be determined by the length of time you spend on your computer and the type of data you store on it.

7. What is a class 100 clean room?

A safe environment where professional data recovery technicians can extract lost data from your system without worry of further damaging the system through atmospheric materials.

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