Why the Right to Repair Matters

What Is the Right to Repair?

The Right to Repair is a global movement demanding that consumers and independent repair shops have the legal right to repair electronic devices. This means having direct access to original spare parts, specialized tools, diagnostic software, and official service documentation, the exact same resources authorized service centers possess. If you are looking for professional phone repair Slovenia or other electronic services, independent providers are your best choice.

In recent years, this movement has expanded rapidly across the European Union. In 2024, the European Parliament adopted new right to repair regulations requiring manufacturers to provide spare parts and technical documentation for 5 to 10 years after a product is discontinued.

Why Does the Right to Repair Matter to You?

1. Lower Repair Costs

When independent repair shops have access to original parts and documentation, repair prices decrease significantly. Healthy competition between authorized and independent services is beneficial for consumers. In practice, you can get a professional iPhone screen replacement or laptop repair Slovenia for 30-50% less than at official manufacturer centers, while still receiving high-quality OEM parts.

2. Less Electronic Waste (E-Waste)

Over 50 million tons of e-waste are produced globally each year. Repairing your device instead of throwing it away is one of the most effective ways to reduce this ecological footprint. Repairing a phone instead of buying a new one saves:

• About 70 kg of CO2 emissions (the average carbon footprint of manufacturing a single new smartphone)
• Rare minerals (such as cobalt, lithium, and gold) often mined under ecologically damaging conditions
• Your money, professional repair is almost always cheaper than buying a brand-new device

3. Faster Turnaround Times

A local independent service can complete repairs in hours or days, whereas sending your device to the manufacturer often takes 2 to 4 weeks. At KRON Servis, we complete most repairs within 24 hours if the required parts are in stock.

4. Freedom of Choice

You have the absolute right to choose where you repair your device, you do not have to use the manufacturer's expensive and slow service center. Whether you need a quick phone repair Ljubljana, game console servicing, or home appliance repair, the choice is entirely yours.

EU Right to Repair Legislation

The European Union is leading the global movement with several key legislative measures:

• 2024, New regulations require manufacturers to provide spare parts for 5-10 years.
• 2025, Introduction of a mandatory repairability index for electronic devices.
• USB-C Standard, A universal charging port that significantly reduces global e-waste.
• Sustainable Design, Devices must be designed to be easily disassembled and repaired.

How KRON Servis Supports the Right to Repair

At KRON Servis, with over 3,284+ successfully repaired devices per month and a customer satisfaction rating of 4.9/5, we actively support the Right to Repair movement:

• Independent Service, We repair all major brands without manufacturer restrictions.
• OEM Quality Parts, We use high-quality OEM parts to ensure the longevity of your devices.
• Clear Diagnostics, Professional diagnostics cost just 25 € including VAT, and we offer a 12-month warranty on all repairs.
• Two Convenient Locations (Mon-Fri 8:00-16:00):
  • Zagrebška cesta 83a, Maribor
  • Vilharjeva cesta 29, Ljubljana

Your devices belong to you. You have the right to repair them wherever you choose. For any inquiries, please contact us at questions@kron.si or use our contact form.