When experiencing data loss, our customers generally want to know the answer to two questions: what does data recovery cost, and is it worth the money? The simplest answers are that it varies, and it depends.
Of course, the full answers are more complicated. The cost of data recovery depends almost entirely on the cause of data loss and the methods required to successfully recover it. We can provide detailed information about cost when we know what’s wrong.
Is data recovery worth the money? That’s an answer that only our customers can determine. If your data is backed up somewhere, then data recovery is less important. If the lost data is unique and cannot be reproduced easily or at all, then data recovery becomes more important.
How Much Does Data Recovery Cost?
Diagnosing the cause of your hard drive’s failure, the extent of the data loss, and the steps required to successfully recover it all cost money. The hourly rate of experienced technicians can range between $300 and $500 per hour.
Other factors also affect how much data recovery costs. Secure Data Recovery Services operates state-of-the-art labs equipped with certified Class 10 ISO 4 cleanrooms, advanced cybersecurity controls, and physical security systems.
Properly equipping a data recovery lab with secure storage servers, specialized stations for chip-off data recovery and chip soldering, and other vital tools can cost millions of dollars. All these elements are factored into determining what you pay for data recovery.
How Important Is Your Lost Data?
Professional data recovery can be expensive, particularly in cases where drives have endured severe physical damage. You need to be sure that the importance or value of your data justifies the cost.
Is your lost personal data stored somewhere else or properly backed up? How much revenue is your business losing from forced downtime? How much would replacing this information cost in time, money, and effort?
Deciding to pay for professional data recovery will always be informed by how precious or valuable your lost data is. Priceless family photos and video, critical business data, scientific research, and other information cannot be replaced, or at least not easily replaced.
DIY Data Recovery Is Costly and Dangerous
You might think that attempting to recover your own lost data might save time and money. You would be wrong. Data recovery requires training, expertise, and equipment. Most people lack all these required elements.
Data recovery technicians undergo years of training. They know what to look for and what to avoid. If your data is valuable and not easily replaced, DIY data recovery is not worth the risk. One of the most common causes of permanent data loss is attempting a DIY recovery.
What to Consider in Choosing a Data Recovery Service
If you decide to pursue professional data recovery, make sure you choose a reputable company that provides transparent information about their business operations and how they price their services. Not all data recovery providers operate in the same way. Be selective.
Also, choose a provider that has both a record of technical achievement and a commitment to data security. Your first attempt at data recovery is generally the most successful. Choose a provider with demonstrated expertise with all types of digital storage devices.
Finally, choose a company that prioritizes customer service. Data loss can be frustrating and confusing. Look for a data recovery provider with high customer ratings for quality of service. Knowing exactly what’s happening with your lost data is essential.
A Trusted Partner for Successful Data Recovery
Data recovery can be expensive under certain circumstances. Whether or not data recovery is worth the cost will always depend on the value you put on your lost data, and if you or your business can live without it.
Secure Data Recovery Services technicians operate in world-class labs equipped with cutting-edge tools and certified Class 10 ISO 4 cleanrooms. In addition to being the best-credentialed data recovery specialists in the industry, they also maintain a documented 96% success rate.
Each of our customers receives a free diagnostic analysis to determine the cause of data loss and a no-obligation price estimate. We’re fully transparent about our data recovery prices, and we guarantee our results.
If for any reason we can’t recover your data, you pay nothing. That’s our “No Data, No Recovery Fee” guarantee.
Call us at 800-388-1266 for a free consultation. Our award-winning customer support team is available 24x7.
