Do you usually fix it yourself or do you look for a repairman to fix it?

If I can't fix the thing myself, I automatically take it to a repairman. I don't wanna experiment on stuff, it might get broken completely. If I know how to fix it, that's when I fix it.

When I didn't know about computer yes I would go to my nearby repair store. but now lets say for instance my computer has a virus I use restore point

I would normally try to fix things myself as I definitely don't have the funds to bring a repair man in. If we are talking about computers then I definitely fix and repair everything myself as I'm into computers you see. I think that it definitely pays to educate yourself when it comes to doing things around the home, there are a lot of good books out there that will virtually teach you how to do everything from the simplest of tasks. There's a sense of achievement to be had as well. I know I feel good once I have fixed something and that's what counts, that good feeling you receive for your efforts. Sadly, with a lot of people starting to tread this path I fear the poor repair chap will be losing out on business and will have to think of other ways to earn an income. Andrew

If I have time, to fix something that damaged itself and I can repair itself, I prefer to repair itself. If I can not repair itself, I choose to pay someone else to fix.

I most likely leave it to the professionals. Unless I am absolutely, one hundred and ten percent beyond a shadow of a doubt that I can fix it with any problems. Granted, if I could, I could save a bit of money. However, I could make an already moderate problem rather worse when I rather try and tinker with things beyond my base of knowledge any amount of time. There are just some times where do it yourself, because doom it yourself. I have had many instances where that was in fact the case. If I could try and fix it myself, I would make the attempt. However, I am not going to tempt fate unless I am absolutely sure. Trust me when I say that there are times where it is just best to leave things to the professionals.

Hi I am an ex-engineering toolmaker, I think that tends to make me think I can repair most things myself. It certainly makes me critical of others work. On looking at the job to be done if I see that special equipment or ability would make it much quicker and or better then in comes the specialist.

Yes, most times, I try to find solutions on the internet first before I call up someone over to repair. I will usually attempt to fix some minor problems with the guide from the internet firstly and majority of the times, I succeed and I get to learn as well. But if I fail to do so and usually, with high voltage electrical products, I will get a repairman.