Find a local console repairer in Melbourne

Fill in a short form and get free quotes for professional console repair services in Melbourne

4.2

Great rating - 4.2/5 (11114+ reviews)

Need console repair services?

  • Troubleshooting the problem
  • Checking connections
  • Cleaning the internal parts
  • Rewiring the console and controllers
  • Replacing the non-working components
  • … or anything else
It only takes 2 minutes. And it's free.
Up to 50% cheaper than franchise dealers
No job too big or small
Free insurance coverage
Secure cashless payments
Same day or next day service at no extra cost

Best rated console repair experts near me

Recent Console Repair reviews in Melbourne

Fantastic person. Very helpful. Easy to get along with. Did the jobs well. I will be using them again Thankyou.

Plumbing- fitting washer and new taps

$300

Fantastic help! Great communication and job well done. Will use again in the future :)

Plumber to help with washing machine taps

$75

Easy communication, efficient good all-rounder trady with can-do attitude .

Replacing two basin taps and one bath spout as per picture

$90

Hard working and punctual.

Install 3 toilets, 2 showers, 2 taps, 1 bath.

$600

Knowledgeable, efficient and will definitely use again in future!

Bathroom taps and spout replacement

$150

Leon was excellent to work with - friendly, efficient and very professional. His work is of a very high standard. We will definitely engage Leon in future work.

Repair to lamps - electrical repair

$170

What's the average cost of a console repair expert in Melbourne

$122 - $279

low

$122

median

$180

high

$279

Low, median and high bar chart distribuiton

Average reviews for Console Repair Services in Melbourne

based on 721 reviews

4.96

703
11
4
1
2

What is Airtasker?

Post your task

Post your task

Tell us what you need, it's FREE to post.

Review offers

Review offers

Get offers from trusted Taskers and view profiles.

Get it done

Get it done

Choose the right person for your task and get it done.

Now Available
  • Get it done now. Pay later.
  • Repay in 4 fortnightly instalments
  • No interest
  • Available on payments up to $1,500

911+

Tasks successfully completed

3

Average amount of offers per task

8

 mins

Average time to receive offers

Statistics from the most recent tasks on Airtasker over the last 4 years.

What do console repair services include?

The game console repair service includes all the tasks necessary to make a non-working or malfunctioning game console work as intended. To repair popular consoles like the PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch, your console repairman can do troubleshooting followed by the needed repairs. After completing the repairs, they can test the system to ensure the console is back to its original working order. 

Troubleshooting the problem 

Your console repair specialist begins by inspecting the different functions and components of your gaming console. They may also check each game disc for dirt or scratches if reading or loading errors occur. Your specialist inspects the cables, controllers, connection ports for issues. The monitor or TV and the Wi-Fi are checked as appropriate for any video, audio or connectivity problems. Once the problem is found, your console repair specialist works on the necessary fixes.  

Checking connections

Your console repairman checks all the connections that lead to and from the gaming console. This includes the HDMI cables, the HDMI ports on both the TV or monitor and the console, the power plugs and the controller ports. Your specialist can also check your internet for connectivity problems and do the appropriate fixes. 

Cleaning the internal parts

Defective gaming consoles can trace some of their problems to issues with heat management. The cooling fan usually causes this, along with the heat sink and other internal parts choked with dirt and debris. 

Your console repair specialist disconnects the console, shuts off the power and opens your game console’s case. They then clean the fan, heat sink, hard disk if any, and other parts with a non-static brush or blast from a can of compressed air. The case is reassembled once all the cleaning is done.

Rewiring the console and controllers

Some issues on your gaming console or its parts may be due to wires that have snapped or got cut from excessive bending. Your console repair specialist can check the wires on the controllers, HDMI cable or other connecting cables, and the power cable. Should any cut wires be discovered, your specialist can install new wires and splice or solder new connections.  

Replacing the non-working components

Any parts that no longer work on your consoles, such as the cooling fan on your PS4 or Xbox or the PS4 hard disk can be replaced if necessary. Note that your specialist may not have the replacement parts ready, so you must purchase these. Some specialists may offer to go to the console repair store to get these parts for you for a small additional fee.  

Testing the game console after repair

After your hired repair specialist has applied the fixes, they can test the console. They can check that the game loads up and works, both controllers function and respond as they should, and the video, audio and internet connectivity work as expected. If any issues arise, your repair specialist repeats the diagnostic and repair process until the console works without any problems. 

Recent Console Repair tasks in Melbourne

Find and remove wasps nest

$150

Kensington VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

We have a wasps nest in our courtyard that needs to be removed or exterminated. As far as we can tell, it is inside a pole at the top of the courtyard wall.

Lower a 46kg heat pump dryer down (straps?) one floor via a void

$100

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Lower a 46kg heat pump dryer down one floor via a void on ropes/straps (you provide) and install on shelf in laundry. Laundry is close to staircase/void on lower floor. Dryer will sit on hip height shelf. No drilling required. Must fix drainage hose (provided) that will drain into laundry sink next to dryer. I think this is definitely a two person job. We have had larger/heavier items lowered through the void by removalists when we moved in so issues with the dryer fitting. Just need two strong people with appropriate ropes/straps. The dryer is already here and unboxed. Pic 1 shows void next to stairs from above and pic 2 is dryer currently resting in front of railing in front of void.

Fix toilet and install new sinks/taps

$25

Richmond VIC, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

The toilet is continually running - I have stopped it by putting a stick in the mechanism to keep it up- I also need the toilet seat replaced- Two sinks in bathroom to be changed out and new taps too- I will supply taps/toilet seat/sinks

Install kitchen taps

$300

St Kilda, Victoria

2nd Apr 2026

Install new kitchen tap and washing machine in/outlets beneath sink

Bathroom (shower & basin) taps are leaking

$10

Toorak VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Shower, bath and vanity taps are leaking and causing water leaks inside wall

Fix/open my front load washing machine Simpson approx 10yrs old

$100

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

My Simpson front loader door handle is broken and i cannot open the machine. It is apologies 12yrs old and is the Ezi sensor model

Install of 4 mud flaps onto a LR Defender 2024

$75

South Melbourne, Victoria

31st Mar 2026

Install of 4 mudflaps / Front & Rear, this is an easy job. Someone with experience preferable.

Small chips/paint peel repaired

$150

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Small fix of chips off wall where hanging has been - need to be completed as soon as possible preferable by end of month No longer living at residence so will need co-ordinate a time that suits all parties May need to pull additional hooks off which may require further repairs

Toilet water keeps running. Plumber needed

$10

Carlton VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2026

The toilet water keeps running and the water sound keeps coming every time. I think the fill valve/float is not shutting off properly. I need that to be fixed. I can get the part if it needs to be changed.

Good job done 👍🏻 on time

Need some work done in a cafe. Make cushion bench tops. Wall cladding

$11

Essendon VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2026

Some works as below, Need to make some cushion bench tops Attached wall cladding under bench Paintwork outdoor and indoor

Good communication friendly

Repair chips in engineered stone splashback

$120

South Yarra, Victoria

7th Mar 2026

Fill and blend small chips in the engineered stone splashback to restore a smooth finish.

Nino was fantastic. A great communicator, punctual and did a great job on my chipped engineered stone splashback. The chips are literally invisible now. Couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended!

South Yarra Taps

$493

Melbourne VIC, Australia

27th Feb 2026

To replace existing sink taps with new and also replace kitchen spout

Will recommend to others

Lamps need wired

$100

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

16th Feb 2026

Hi I have 3 lamps that need wired. I sell vintage furniture etc and looking for someone that can do so the odd time going forward also 🙂

Highly recommend 😊😊.

Plastering touch ups

$125

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

12th Feb 2026

Hi Airtaskers, Need some plastering help to patch up a small section of wall, and a few holes & touch ups ready for painting. See photos! Thanks in advance.

Thanks Rohit - happy with the work :)

Painting wooden steps

$180

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

11th Feb 2026

My 91 year old pensioner mother in law needs 2 small jobs done urgently for selling her house. includes lightly sanding these areas as prep. 2 coats at least. 1. 2 front door wooden steps painted any colour grey 2. just the bottom step of her doorway painted white. See photos. Bonus if you can provide the paint! Essendon area by Sunday night.

Tyler did a very professional job of painting our steps, doorway and handrail. I only booked him one day bef

Sand /paint crack in wall; sand /paint around my laundry taps

$250

Brunswick VIC, Australia

6th Feb 2026

I have a crack in the wall of my hallway as pictured that needs to be sanded back and painted over. And as you can see from photos I have patches around my laundry taps that looks uneven and also needs to be sanded and painted over. I can provide the paint which is dulux lexicon quarter

Efficient and great quality work thank you painting looks great

Build cot and bring furniture upstairs

$100

Kensington VIC, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

Build very easy cot. Help bring parts upstairs as I cannot do it with baby. Cot assembly instructions see very easy I just don’t have a spare hand.

Amazing work. Responded very quickly and arrived within 30’ . Very lovely. Will definitely hire again. Mery

Caulking/filling gaps in double garage

$300

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman/caulker to seal and fill gaps in our double garage. Job details: Fill and seal gaps at the top of the walls / ceiling junction and bottom/floor Seal gaps around pipes See attached photos for clear examples of the gaps that need attention Looking for a neat, professional, long-lasting finish (pest- and draft-proofing is a priority) Requirements: Proven experience with caulking/sealing similar gaps Please bring your own tools Let me know if you can supply materials (preferred), or if I should provide them

Excellent job, thank you!!

Swap lampshades on ceiling light

$50

Elwood VIC, Australia

23rd Jan 2026

I need the ugly steel lampshade removed and the pretty macrame lampshade fitted.

Jess was so helpful, friendly and skilled! He did a wonderful job of a difficult task.

Electrician - power keeps tripping

$50

St Kilda VIC, Australia

9th Jan 2026

Power keeps tripping, not sure what electrical item is causing it. Only my apartment is having this issue in the building. Issue began today. Need someone either tomorrow, Sunday or Monday. Sooner than later is better. - please note I believe the locks require a special key that electricians may have…

Fixed the main issue