This also applies to cable, chain, and webbing.
Gear that is anchored includes anchors, rocks, trees, tripods, trucks, etc.
A "bight" is a simple loop in a rope that does not cross itself.
A "bend" is a knot that joins two ropes together. Bends can only be attached to the end of a rope.
A "hitch" is a type of knot that must be tied around another object.
"Descending devices" (e.g., ATCs, Brake Bar Racks, Figure 8s, Rescue 8s, etc) create friction as their primary purpose. The friction in descending devices is always considered when calculating forces.
The "Safety Factor" is the ratio between the gear's breaking strength and the maximum load applied to the gear (e.g., 5:1).
The service fee covers labor only; hardware like hard drives or screens costs extra.
Most individual repairs or setups fall into specific price brackets: $100 – $150 Diagnostic & Repair: $150 – $200 TV Mounting: $130 – $250+ (size dependent) Smart Home/Wi-Fi Setup: $100 – $150 Data Recovery: $200 – $500+ (complex cases) The Membership Option
Best for a one-time, specific fix (e.g., mounting a single TV).
In-home visits may have additional mileage fees if you live far from a store.