Long Beach Recycles

LB Fixit Clinics

*We would love to hear your suggestions on where to host a future Long Beach Fixit Clinic. Feel free to contact us at LBReuses@gmail.com! 

Statistics from Past Long Beach Fixit Clinics: 

The repair success rate is a combined 70% from the four 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 spot 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 2:30 PM.

• 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.

• Where can I park when I arrive?

  The newly opened Sport's Basement in Long Beach is in a commercial plaza, so there is ample parking in the lot right in front of the building.

• How many items can I bring to the event?

  Please bring ONE ITEM that needs to be repaired. Volunteers will attempt to repair, but not every attempt is a success. Additional items brought in will be listed as walk-ins and serviced on a case-by-case basis. Expect a longer waiting time for walk-in items and note that no items will be added to the wait list past 2:30 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.

• Does this cost money?

  This event is free to attend, but it is not a drop-off and fix event. Instead, it is a hands-on event where participants can learn how to repair their items with the help of our volunteer Fixit coaches.

• What if my item needs a replacement part?

  As this is a free event, we do not provide replacement parts. If your item requires additional or replacement parts, you will be responsible for any costs incurred. The attendees are responsible for purchasing and bringing the necessary 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