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LB Fixit Clinics

*Additional Fixit Clinic events are being planned for this year, and updated details will be posted on this webpage as they become available. Have an idea for a future Long Beach Fixit Clinic location? We’d love to hear from you at LBReuses@gmail.com 

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Past Long Beach Fixit Clinics' Collective Impacts: 

The repair success rate is a combined 69% from the six events thus far! Join us with your broken item or as a volunteer to keep fixing items in Long Beach.

FAQs

• Interested in hosting your own Fixit Clinic?

  Host your own event with this guide made by Fixit Clinic: Fixit Clinic: Start a Clinic

• Are there online resources that can help guide me in repair?

  Yes, you can view this repair guide from iFixit, an American e-commerce and how-to website that publishes free online repair guides and teardowns of consumer electronics and gadgets, while also selling repair parts, tools, and accessories, with a mission to promote repair and reduce e-waste.

• Does preregistering guarantee a spot?

  Preregistering for the Fixit Clinic does not guarantee your place in line, as we also accommodate walk-ins. However, preregistration helps our volunteers plan ahead and bring the right tools for the right fixes, giving your item the best chance at repair! Please note that no one will be added to the wait list after 2 p.m.

• Will you accept walk-ins?

  We will accept walk-ins and add you to the queue, but priority is given to those who have preregistered for the event, therefore walk-ins are subject to longer wait times.

• How many items can I bring to the event?

  Please bring one item that needs to be repaired. Volunteers will attempt to repair it, but not every attempt is successful. Additional items brought to the event will be listed as walk-ins and handled on a case-by-case basis. Expect longer wait times for walk-in items, and note that no items will be added to the waitlist after 2 p.m.

• What items do you not repair?

  We try our best when it comes to repair, yet not everything is made to be repaired. We have a 70% success rate. There are some items that our program is not set up to take. One rule is if you cannot carry it in, please do not bring it. Please contact LBReuses@gmail.com if you have questions about an item you’d like to bring. 

  Here's a list of items we cannot repair at our clinics. 

  • Mobile Phones and Tablets 
  • Computer software 
  • Any Mac or Apple products 
  • Printer 

• How can I volunteer with the Long Beach Fixit Clinics?

  Long Beach Fixit Clinics is all about neighbors helping neighbors. When you RSVP, you can choose to volunteer for the day either as a volunteer Fixit coach or as a support volunteer. We'll keep volunteers updated about upcoming volunteer opportunities. You can also fill out the volunteer interest form to become part of our volunteer base for future events.

• Does this cost money?

  This event is at no cost for residents to attend, but it is not a drop-off repair service. Instead, it is a hands-on workshop where residents can learn how to repair their items with support from volunteer Fixit Coaches.

• What if my item needs a replacement part?

  Because this is a no cost event, we do not provide replacement parts. If your item requires additional or replacement parts, you will be responsible for purchasing and bringing those parts on the day of the event.

• Do you take donations of tools and supplies?

  Yes! If you have any old tools you don’t need, please email us at LBReuses@gmail.com to arrange drop-off.

• Are Fixit Clinics happening in other places besides Long Beach?

  Yes! Fixit Clinics are happening nationwide. Learn more here: Fixit Clinic: About