Your computer is hot when you're not using it
Your computer is running hot for one of two reasons: either a background task is using the CPU, or dust is blocking the cooling vents. Task Manager shows you which one in under a minute.
A computer that stays hot when idle is either running a background task you don't know about, or the cooling vents are clogged with dust. We'll check which one it is and fix it. It's a quick software fix, but sometimes the vents need physical cleaning.
Risk: Medium
⏱ 10–20 minutes
Beginner
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Have Task Manager open and ready to check CPU usage
- ✓Feel the air coming from your computer's vents to get a sense of current temperature
- ✓Make sure your computer is in a well-ventilated location before starting
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Thinking a loud fan means your computer is broken — the fan is actually doing its job by cooling it down
- Enclosing your desktop in a cabinet to hide it — this traps heat and makes it run hotter
Signs you need professional help
- If Task Manager shows low CPU but your computer is still hot, if it's shutting down from heat, or if it's older than two years and dust cleaning doesn't help much, give us a call and we'll take care of it.
Book a technician
We can fix most issues remotely in 15 minutes. Book your weekend slot and we handle the rest.
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