Yea, it costs money for the strings then it costs money for the labour. You're looking at around 25-40 bucks depending on what quality of strings. If you are a 2.0-2.5 player, you probably don't need super expensive strings so prob 25-30 bucks.
Man, felt good to hit yesterday. Forehand is consistent again but didn't try hitting winners etc...
and I still need to get my two-handed backhand back... I had some weak topspin ones and resorted to using slice returns which slowed the game down..
But I'm happy I got my 2nd serve 100% back! Gotta try my 1st serve + forehand winners tomorrow woot woot.