San Rafael · In-person · Custom builds

Custom PCs, built by hand, delivered by a real person in San Rafael.

Charlie PCS designs and assembles custom computers for customers in San Rafael and around Marin County, from gaming rigs to workstations and everyday builds, matched to your budget and picked up (or set up) in person.

Local pickup & drop-off
Free 1-on-1 consultation
Parts sourced & tested
Recent build RGB gaming rig · tempered glass
Services

Three ways to work with Charlie PCS

Every build starts with a conversation about what you actually need, then real parts, chosen and assembled in person.

[SVC-01] Custom Build

Full custom PC

Tell me your budget and what you use a PC for (gaming, editing, work), and I'll spec, source, and assemble a machine built around it.

Builds typically start around $[900] Free consultation · fixed quote before any parts are ordered
[SVC-02] Upgrade

Upgrades & parts swaps

Already have a PC that's slowing down? I'll diagnose bottlenecks and upgrade the parts that actually move the needle.

Labour from $[80] + parts Quoted after I see the machine
[SVC-03] Diagnostics

Repair & troubleshooting

Won't boot, overheating, blue screens: I'll take a look in person and explain what's wrong and what it costs to fix.

$[60] flat diagnostic Waived if you go ahead with the repair
How it works

From first message to finished build

Four steps, all handled locally and in person.

01

Consultation

We talk through what you need the PC to do and what you'd like to spend.

02

Spec & quote

You get a parts list and a price before anything is ordered.

03

Build & test

I assemble the machine and run it through stress tests before handoff.

04

Local handoff

Meet in person for pickup, or I'll set it up on-site if that's easier.

Why go local

You're buying a PC and a person, not a call center

  • Face-to-face, not a ticket queue

    Ask questions in person, see the parts before they go in, and get a straight answer about what you need.

  • No shipping, no waiting on freight

    Builds are handed off locally, so there's no box sitting in a warehouse or a truck.

  • Support after the build too

    If something's off after pickup, you can reach the person who actually built your PC.

Service area & details
Service areaSan Rafael + Marin County
ConsultationFree
Parts sourcingHandled for you
TestingStress-tested before handoff
Typical turnaround[1–2 weeks]
Contact

Let's talk about your build

Send a message with what you're looking for, or reach out directly. I'll get back to you within [one business day] to set up a consultation.

Service area

Local builds & pickup in San Rafael and around Marin County.

Sends straight to Charlie — no email app needed. Prefer to reach out directly? Email charliepcs415@gmail.com or call (415) 275-4563.