What the Service Includes
The data recovery service from HDD/SSD involves a comprehensive approach to retrieving information from any media. Initial diagnostics include SMART check, surface condition (Victoria, MHDD, HDDScan), controller, PCB board, read/write heads (HDD), NAND memory and controller (SSD). Logical (deleted files, corrupted NTFS/exFAT/FAT32/ReFS file system, RAW), physical (bad sectors, "click of death", head crash), and electronic (damaged board, SSD controller) issues are identified. A sector-by-sector image of the media is created on a stable device (Clonezilla, ddrescue, PC-3000 imager) to work only with the copy and avoid worsening the original. Logical recovery is done via software: signature-based deleted file search (R-Studio, GetDataBack, EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro, Recuva Pro), file system reconstruction after formatting, partition recovery (TestDisk, MiniTool Power Data Recovery), damaged RAID handling (UFS Explorer RAID Recovery). For physical HDD damage (damaged heads, "stiction", wear) a class 100 cleanroom is used, heads/PCB replacement from donor with firmware adaptation, donor platter work. For SSD with failed controller or NAND chip-off (memory chip desoldering), reading via specialized adapters, page/block reconstruction. Recovered files are verified for integrity (MD5/SHA), sorted by type (photos, documents, video), written to new media. In Khmelnytskyi we provide a detailed report: recovered data volume, file types, original media condition, prevention recommendations. The service often combines with PC repair or laptop repair for mechanical damage cases.
When the Service is Needed
Data recovery from HDD/SSD is necessary when critical information is lost or inaccessible, and self-attempts failed or worsened the situation. Main cases: accidental file/folder/partition deletion (recycle bin emptied), quick/full disk formatting (without backup), file system damage after power failure, ransomware (files with .crypt, .locked extensions, ransom demand), "raw" disk (RAW instead of NTFS), HDD "click of death", head crash, SSD controller not recognized, "disk needs formatting", "no access", "sector not found" errors. Laptops after drops, impacts, liquid spills often lose data access due to mechanical damage or M.2/SATA cable disconnection. Failed cloning, system transfer to new drive, HDD-to-SSD upgrade without proper boot loader transfer also require recovery. The service is relevant for lost family photos/videos, important documents (accounting, diplomas, contracts), work projects (AutoCAD, Adobe, 1C databases), databases, email archives. In Khmelnytskyi Grade recommends immediately stopping use of the damaged media and contacting specialists to maximize recovery chances without additional damage.
Work Stages
- Initial consultation and diagnostics: problem type assessment, media condition, recovery chances, preliminary cost.
- Sector-by-sector imaging: work only with copy for original media safety (PC-3000, DeepSpar, ddrescue).
- Logical recovery: signature-based deleted file search, file system reconstruction, partition recovery.
- Physical recovery (if needed): cleanroom, heads/PCB replacement, SSD chip-off, NAND work.
- Data reconstruction: file sorting, integrity check, folder structure and name recovery.
- Verification and validation: file checksums, photo/video/document preview, open testing.
- Recovered data transfer: to client’s new media (external HDD/SSD, flash drive, cloud), convenient delivery.
- Report and recommendations: detailed work description, original media condition, backup advice.
Work proceeds with maximum media and data preservation, no 100% recovery guarantee for severe physical damage.
Why Choose Grade in Khmelnytskyi
Grade in Khmelnytskyi has experience recovering data from HDD/SSD of varying complexity – from logical issues to mechanical head and SSD controller damage. We use professional equipment (PC-3000 Portable III, DeepSpar Disk Imager, SalvationDATA, class 100 cleanroom), specialized software, and donor parts for HDD. Clients receive maximum possible recovery with clear reports, chance understanding, and stage-by-stage cost transparency. Read reviews. We also perform PC repair, laptop repair, and software installation. Open Mon–Sun 11:00–20:00 at Panasa Myrnoho St, 31/3, Khmelnytskyi. Contact via +380 97 719 4430 or Telegram. We combine with TV repair and coffee machine repair. Grade delivers reliable data recovery in Khmelnytskyi.
Easy from Anywhere in Ukraine
Not in Khmelnytskyi? Ship the damaged drive, laptop, or desktop via Nova Poshta – we’ll recover the data and return the media with recovered files. Details on the page. Convenient for clients from Sumy, Kyiv, Dnipro, Lviv, Odesa. Secure packaging, insurance, full process control. We also accept remote phone repair, charging station repair, and robot vacuum repair with delivery.