HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Data Recovery

Specialized SSD recovery services that get results. Rely on Data Recovery Squad’s professional team and exceptional customer care to recover your lost data from failed SSDs securely and efficiently.

How Data Revovery Squad recovers data from a Hard Disk Drive?

Count on Data Recovery Squad for fast and dependable hard disk drive data recovery. From physical damage to accidental deletions and data corruption, our expert team uses advanced techniques to securely and efficiently restore your valuable files

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Our engineers are at the heart of what we do. With years of experience and a passion for problem-solving, they approach each recovery project with precision and care. Their expertise, combined with our advanced technology, ensures that we can handle a wide range of data loss situations with confidence.

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Analysis

Data Recovery Squad understands the serious impact of data loss. With years of experience recovering data from all storage devices, we provide precise diagnostics and the best solutions for fast, efficient data recovery.

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Data Restoration

We understand that every case is unique. By selecting the most effective recovery method, we meticulously restore your data step by step to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Evaluate Results

We highly value transparency in our recovery process. Once complete, we’ll provide you with a list of all recovered files, ensuring you can verify that your data is intact.

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Payment

Once we’ve determined the number of recovered files, we’ll provide a detailed cost estimate. At Data Recovery Squad, we aim to keep our prices affordable, though the final cost will depend on the extent of the device’s damage and the complexity of the recovery process.

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Obtain Data

Depending on your drive’s condition and preferences, we can return your data via secure shipping, transfer files to a new storage device, or send them to you digitally.

Steps to Take When Your HHD Fails

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Unlike SSDs, HDDs often give clear signs of failure, such as clicking, grinding, or beeping noises. If basic fixes like reconnecting, checking cables, reformatting, or running an error check don’t resolve the issue, avoid further use to prevent additional damage and move to the next step.

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If your HDD is slow, unresponsive, or files seem corrupted, it may have logical issues like bad sectors, file system errors, or partition corruption. Use built-in tools like CHKDSK (Windows) or Disk Utility (Mac) to check the drive's health, but avoid repeated attempts to access the drive as it could worsen the problem.

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Common HDD issues include mechanical failures (e.g., stuck platters, read/write head crashes) or electrical faults in the circuit board. These require professional tools and expertise to recover your data safely. Contact Data Recovery Squad for a free evaluation and let our expert team handle the recovery with precision.

Tips for Identifying a Failing Hard Disk Drive and What to Do About It

MINOR

$300-700

Lost Data
Damaged Sectors
Fast Format
Medium

$500−1 000

Electrical Surge
Firmware Corruption
Worn Flash Memory
Grave

$700−1 400

Encryption Errors
Damaged Flash Memory
Controller Breakdown
extreme

$1 000−1 900+

Chip-Based Recovery
Fire Damage
Water Damage

FAQ for HDD data recovery

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Hard Disk Drive Errors, Failures, and Data Recovery Solutions

Which types of hard drives can you recover data from?

SalvageData experts are certified to recover and restore data from all SSD form factors, including:
3.5”/2.5”/1.8” IDE SSD
3.5”/2.5”/1.8” SATA SSD
M.2 SATA
M.2 NVMe
mSATA
SlimSATA
PCIe SSD

We can recover data from a wide variety of HDD types and sizes, including:

  • Desktop HDDs: Standard 3.5-inch drives used in desktop computers.
  • Laptop HDDs: Compact 2.5-inch drives found in notebooks.
  • External HDDs: Portable drives from brands like Seagate, Western Digital, and Toshiba.
  • Enterprise HDDs: High-capacity drives used in servers, RAID systems, and data centers.
  • Specialized HDDs: Including surveillance or NAS-specific drives.No matter the make or model, our team has the tools and expertise to recover your data.

Which SD brands do you support?Will attempting recovery impact my SSD warranty?

SalvageData adheres to industry standards and manufacturer guidelines. We are a trusted partner for Microsoft and Apple, and our data recovery services will not void your device’s original warranty.

SalvageData is renowned for delivering top-tier data recovery services across all major brands of drives and storage devices. With over two decades of expertise, we offer effective data restoration solutions for a wide range of brands and models, including:

Intel
Western Digital
Seagate
Toshiba
Lenovo
Fujitsu
Hitachi
PNY
Transcend
SanDisk
Samsung
Kingston
And more

In most cases, no. Our recovery process is minimally invasive and avoids opening the drive unless absolutely necessary (e.g., for physical repairs or head replacement). When opening the drive is unavoidable, it is done in a certified cleanroom environment to prevent contamination. Always check your HDD’s warranty terms or consult the manufacturer for specific details

How SD data recovery works

Initial Assessment:The SSD is examined to determine the extent of damage and identify the underlying issues. This involves checking the drive’s health and any error messages.

Diagnostic Testing:Advanced diagnostic tools are used to analyze the SSD’s firmware and flash memory. This helps in understanding the nature of the data loss or corruption.

Data Extraction:Using specialized software and hardware, technicians extract the data from the SSD. This may involve accessing the NAND flash memory directly or working around damaged firmware.

Data Reconstruction:Recovered data is organized and reconstructed. This step ensures that files and folders are restored to their original state as much as possible.

Verification:The recovered data is verified for completeness and accuracy. This ensures that the data is intact and usable.

Data Transfer:Finally, the recovered data is transferred to a new storage medium or provided to the customer through a secure method.

If we are unable to recover any data, there’s no charge. Our No Data, No Charge policy guarantees that you won’t incur any financial risk if recovery is unsuccessful.

Yes, unless you request us to recycle it. You will receive your hard drive back, along with a new storage device containing your recovered files if the recovery is successful.

What If My Data Is Unrecoverable?

In the rare event that we cannot recover your data, SalvageData has a No Data, No Charge policy. This means you will not be billed for recovery efforts if we cannot retrieve your data.

We strive to recover data from all types of damage and failure, but some situations may render data permanently unrecoverable due to extreme physical damage or other critical issues.

Feel free to review some of our successful recovery stories, and rest assured that our team uses every available method to try to retrieve your data.

We provide free diagnostics. You only pay if you accept our quote and proceed with the recovery.

What are some SD failure signs?

Slow Performance:Unusually slow read and write speeds or extended loading times.

Frequent Freezes or Crashes:The system or applications may freeze or crash unexpectedly.

File Corruption:Files become corrupted, inaccessible, or exhibit unusual behavior.

Error Messages:Errors related to the SSD, such as read/write errors or firmware issues.

Unusual Sounds:Although SSDs are generally silent, you might hear abnormal noises if there are electronic issues.

System Failures:The computer fails to boot or shows errors during startup.

Firmware Issues:Problems with SSD firmware can prevent the drive from functioning correctly.

SMART Errors:Alerts from the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (SMART) indicating potential drive issues.

Disappearing Drive:The SSD may intermittently disappear from the system or fail to be recognized.

File System Errors:Issues with the file system that cause data access problems or require frequent repairs.

Absolutely! We provide an interactive file list so you can browse through the recoverable files before making a payment.

What is the cost of SD data recovery?

The cost of SSD data recovery depends on the extent of the damage and the urgency of the turnaround. Typically, you can expect to pay between $300 and $1,000 for less severe issues, and $1,100 to $1,900 for more complex problems such as severe disk crashes or water damage.

You have 10 calendar days to review your recovered data. If the new storage device doesn’t work with your system, contact us, and we’ll send you a replacement.