CONTROLLER REPAIR OTTAWA

Controller Repair & TMR Stick
Upgrades in Ottawa

OHMX Repair Lab provides appointment-based controller repair and TMR stick upgrades in Ottawa, Barrhaven, Kanata, and Nepean. For supported controllers with stick drift, TMR stick upgrades are the preferred repair path. We also handle DualSense repairs, SCUF controllers, buttons, triggers, damaged connectors, and board-level controller faults.

Services

Controller issues and upgrades we handle

Stick Drift Repair

Analog stick drift, unstable movement, dead zones, and worn joystick modules.

TMR Stick Upgrades

For supported controllers with stick drift, TMR stick upgrades are the preferred repair path over standard potentiometer-based stick replacement.

PS5 DualSense Repair

DualSense stick drift, TMR upgrades, buttons, triggers, charging issues, damaged boards, and internal connector problems.

SCUF & Custom Controllers

Inspection and repair for SCUF/custom controller issues including sticks, buttons, triggers, internal damage, and more complex disassembly.

Buttons & Triggers

Unresponsive buttons, broken triggers, damaged flex cables, worn contacts, or internal mechanical issues.

Board & Connector Damage

Torn pads, damaged connectors, previous repair attempts, liquid damage, and board-level controller faults.

Approach

TMR upgrades for stick drift

For supported controllers with stick drift, OHMX recommends TMR stick upgrades over standard potentiometer-based replacements. TMR modules offer improved stick sensing and reduced wear in the sensing mechanism. Installation is handled carefully to protect the controller board and verify proper function after the upgrade.

Pricing

Clear TMR upgrade pricing

Standard controllers
$70 — both sticks

TMR stick upgrade for supported standard controllers with stick drift.

SCUF / custom controllers
Starts at $90 — both sticks

SCUF and custom controllers may require more time because of additional disassembly, internal layout, parts, or repair complexity.

Pricing applies to straightforward stick drift / TMR upgrade work on supported controllers. Additional repair may be required if the controller has board damage, liquid damage, damaged connectors, previous repair attempts, charging issues, or unrelated faults.

Why TMR

Why TMR sticks?

  • Preferred upgrade path for supported controllers with stick drift
  • Improved stick sensing compared to standard potentiometer-based modules
  • Reduced wear in the sensing mechanism
  • Useful for stick drift repair and precision upgrades
  • Requires careful installation and validation
  • Best results depend on controller model, compatibility, and board condition
By Appointment

By appointment only

OHMX Repair Lab works by appointment only. Submit a diagnostic request first, and we'll review the controller model, symptoms, and upgrade request before scheduling a drop-off.

Standard TMR stick upgrade: $70 for both sticks on supported standard controllers. SCUF/custom controller stick work starts at $90 for both sticks. Diagnostic fees may apply for controllers with liquid damage, board damage, previous repair attempts, charging issues, damaged connectors, or unclear faults. Standard diagnostics start at $45. Advanced board-level diagnostics may start at $85 depending on the device and condition.

Local Customer Feedback

Real feedback from an OHMX Repair Lab customer.

★★★★★

"Upgraded my PS5 DualSense stock sticks to TMR. Very quick turnaround time and controller is working well."

— Xavier John  ·  Google Review

Read on Google
FAQ

Common questions

Do you repair controller stick drift in Ottawa?
Yes. OHMX Repair Lab handles controller stick drift repair and TMR stick upgrades in Ottawa, Barrhaven, Kanata, and Nepean.
Do you install TMR sticks?
Yes. OHMX installs TMR stick upgrades on supported controllers. For supported controllers with stick drift, TMR is the preferred upgrade path over standard potentiometer-based stick replacement.
How much is a TMR stick upgrade?
Standard TMR stick upgrade is $70 for both sticks on supported controllers. SCUF and custom controller stick work starts at $90 for both sticks because of the extra disassembly and repair complexity.
Is there a diagnostic fee for TMR upgrades?
Not for a straightforward TMR stick upgrade on a supported controller. Diagnostic fees may apply if the controller has unclear faults, liquid damage, board damage, charging issues, damaged connectors, previous repair attempts, or unrelated issues.
Do you repair PS5 DualSense controllers?
Yes. OHMX handles DualSense stick drift, TMR upgrades, buttons, triggers, charging issues, internal connector problems, and board-level faults.
Do you repair SCUF or custom controllers?
Yes. OHMX can inspect SCUF and custom controller issues including sticks, buttons, triggers, damaged connectors, previous repair attempts, and internal damage. SCUF/custom controller stick work starts at $90 for both sticks.
Is TMR recommended for stick drift repair?
Yes. For supported controllers, OHMX recommends TMR stick upgrades over standard potentiometer-based replacements for stick drift repair because they offer improved sensing and reduced wear in the sensing mechanism.
Do you accept walk-ins for controller repair?
No. OHMX Repair Lab is appointment-only. Submit a diagnostic request first, and drop-off details are provided after review.