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Awesome work! Reza fixed the bathtub tap quickly and professionally. Very friendly and reliable. Highly recommend!

Bathtub tap keeps running even when turned off – needs repair

$100

He did a very good job

Anyone to help me with jumpstart my car? Near epping station nsw

$50

Efficient and great quality work thank you painting looks great

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

$250

Very efficient and good work

Fix two leaking taps

$200

Great work and went over and above to get things done. Highly recommended!

Replace wooden steps with perma pine

$500

Great Job! Thank you so much

Plumber - move taps & connect it all up in Laundry

$250

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Why hire a console repair service through Airtasker?

When your gaming console hasn’t been working and you can’t figure out the cause of its malfunction, you should hire an expert console repairman on Airtasker. They can fix most common problems of popular consoles like the PS4, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Wii or other well-loved gaming gadgets. This can be a cost-effective and convenient service if the nearest Xbox repair shop or Playstation repair shop is miles away from you.

Make a post on Airtasker with all the crucial details about your gaming console. Mention its make, model and brand, what its problems are, your location, your budget and how soon you want the console fixed.

Qualified Taskers near you will provide you with a free quote. You can see ratings and reviews to help you decide which one to hire. Once you’ve hired one, they go to your address to fix your console, and you pay them afterwards. Get back to enjoying all your console games at home with just a post, so use that pink button now!

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Top Console Repair related questions

Usually, no. The console repair specialist you hire already has all the needed tools and equipment along with the requisite skills and experience. There’s no reason to provide them with any tools, though you can provide them with any replacement parts for your console as necessary. As part of the service package, some repair specialists may have replacement parts ready. Others may offer to buy replacement parts for you, but this can cost extra. 

That depends on the problem and the time it takes to fix. A PS4 controller that needs repairs or a PS4 replacement fan installation can take at least an hour to do. If your PS4 console has heat issues, your repairman must remove the casing and clean out the cooling fan, heat sink and other components - which can take a couple of hours. More complicated issues like fixing the circuit board can take a full day. 

Absolutely! If you do console repairs and have more jobs than you can handle, hire a Tasker to assist. In fact, you can hire a Tasker for almost any job you can imagine. Some Taskers can do related jobs like circuit board repair and TV installation and set-up. You can even find Taskers for unusual, specialised jobs like wall mounting, computer assembly or drone repair. The trick is to make a detailed post to get the right Taskers.

In some instances for simple repairs, but only if you have the right tools, skills, and experience. Doing this yourself is not recommended if you haven’t determined the problem; opening the case or dismantling your console’s parts can invalidate your warranty. We recommend hiring an expert repairman like those you can employ on our platform, or take the console to an accredited service centre to have it looked over. 

While it’s tempting to buy a new drone, hold off on a new purchase at least until you’ve had an expert inspect it. Some drones may be cheap and small to not bother with repairs, but the larger professional drones aren’t as easy to replace. If the drone requires rewiring or replacement parts, you can save yourself some money and hire an expert Tasker to do the repairs. 

Yes, but only if you have the right tools, skills and years of experience. Drone repairs can be very complicated and require specialised tools and equipment to do right. Even if you have all these, the parts are also tiny and require the utmost delicacy in handling them, so it’s quite a challenge. A better strategy would be to hire an expert repair specialist on Airtasker to get your drone fixed. 

The “blue light” or “blue dot of death” is due to an incompatible TV, software issue or power supply issue. Fortunately, this can be fixed if you do these:

  • Hold the power button for 7 seconds; wait for two beeps
  • Unplug all the cables 
  • Hold the power button once more for 7 seconds to discharge the internal power
  • Reconnect all the cables, including the power cable

You’ll know that the process worked if the power button is white instead of blue. 

Yes, they can! You can find a Tasker to repair most popular gaming consoles, even the retro and handheld ones. The key to finding a capable Tasker to repair your console is to make a post with all the crucial details. Be sure to mention the brand, make and model of your console and the problems you’re experiencing. Interested Taskers who know how to fix your console will approach you with a quote, and you can negotiate from there. 

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

Need to change the two basin taps

$100

Cannington WA, Australia

10th May 2026

Need to change the two basin taps . I have taps with me. Picture attached

Fix steps with cement

$350

Killara NSW, Australia

10th May 2026

There are 2 old steps need to be fixed. Currently the steps are got some movement and not in level. I don't want to remove the stone but work around it somehow. I don't have material or repair parts. Please also need to include it.

Replace 4 led lamps and electrical safety certificate

$500

Cannington WA 6107, Australia

10th May 2026

Supply and replace 4 led lamps (round, probably around 30cm) above carport (2.8m tall), do electrical safety certificate for single unit (RCD and smoke alarm).

Need to fix the crack and put concrete front of the steps

$300

Oran Park NSW 2570, Australia

9th May 2026

Need to fill the crack and do concrete 150mm pathway front of steps. remove loose soil fully compact road base properly reinforced concrete pathway slightly darker modern grey concrete flush clean edges matching your modern house Recommended core items Item Purpose Recommended Mother Earth 1m3 20mm Road Base Base support Essential Reinforcing Mesh Sheet SL72 Square Crack prevention Ableflex Expansion Joint Foam Expansion gap Essential RLA WPU Waterproofing Membrane Moisture protection Bagged Concrete Mix Main concrete Materials will be provided. Need expertise to do work.

Urgent: Car Seat (Capsule) installation to be done Today (Sunday)

$85

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

9th May 2026

Hi, I have bought Britax B-pod low birth weight capsule . It needs to be installed by professional in Nissan X-trail suv. It must be done today Sunday -10/May

He is superb installer. Did the seat installation in no time and explained every bit of usage and installation. Being first time parents, I was bit nervous but David explained me everything and steps to follow so easily that I am confident to manage things. You cannot ask anyone better than David ! Go for him for any seat installation or related stuff 👍

Removal of Stumps

$250

Avoca QLD, Australia

9th May 2026

We had a large birds of paradise tree that I have cut down and poisoned. The ball of roots needs to be removed and the ground re-leveled. Hoping to have somebody remove the roots (or majority of) and then flatten the ground again).

Need to make steps at the front of my house.

$1,000

Tarneit VIC, Australia

9th May 2026

Make steps at the front of my house

Window has cracked upstairs and needs to be repaired ASAP.

$400

Mickleham VIC 3064, Australia

9th May 2026

Window broke today with a loud bang and the whole window is shattered. Need to get the window fixed ASAP. Price is negotiable

Minor paint touch-ups

$200

Greenvale VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

Looking for an experienced painter/handyman for small paint touch-up job. Jobs include: * Touching up a wall and ceiling * Blending paint neatly with existing finish Mostly cosmetic work only — not a full repaint.

Good dude good work

Paint touch ups

$250

Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia

5th May 2026

Paint touch ups required around staircase. Needing white paint touch ups on walls around staircase where the staircase stringers meet the wall (approximate 30mm above the top of the stringer). Most areas are good, it just needs a lick in areas. There's 2 X staircases on top of each other (4 flights) There is also a small patch on the wall near the staircase (250mmx250mm) that also needs painting. Paint will be supplied. Applicant will need ladder/brush/roller etc. I would estimate this job to take a couple of areas. Applicant to be very mindful of splatters.

Great worker. Highly recommend

Help me jumpstart my car in Auburn

$60

Auburn, New South Wales

4th May 2026

I need help to jumpstart my car. I don’t have jumpstart cables so you will need to have this or a portable battery charger. I need this done as soon as possible tonight would be best

Helped me get my car working. Very friendly and efficient. Price was good as well. Thank you

Quote to completely remove 3 x small trees & remaining stumps

$100

Victoria Point QLD, Australia

4th May 2026

I need a quote to completely remove 3 x small trees & remaining stumps

Excellent job! Punctual, good communication & reliable. Thank you Isaac

Handy man to install some clips on a sofa (the Shire)

$120

Sydney NSW, Australia

3rd May 2026

Hi everyone, I need someone to go to Bunnings tomorrow and purchase around a dozen key rings that are 30 mm wide. We then need someone to go to a customer's home in Wooloware and fit these off for the customer. Must be done tomorrow (Monday) I've attached a few photos. Essentially one of the Lobster clips has lost its spring and is no longer attaching. Therefore instead of replacing these individually we're just going to put key rings on each of the rings to reinforce the support for good measure. We are going to install these on the rest of the clips on this so far, as opposed to just the one I've attached few photos. Someone with handyman experience and is great with customers is required

Thank you very much Dylan. He went out of his way to get something needed for the task and was very quick and proactive with communication and also with completing the job in the customer's home. Thank you so much mate. We'll definitely be in touch again to use you in the future.

A professional for taps and vent replacement

$400

Guildford, New South Wales

1st May 2026

in need of a professional who could change the twin shower along with the 2 taps and laundry -2taps replacement is required.

Great guy to work with

Chop the tops off 2x Food Grade IBCs

$80

Westbrook QLD, Australia

1st May 2026

I have two food grade 1000l IBCs that i need the tops chopped off. This will involve measuring and cutting the metal cage and the plastic container. You will need to bring your own tools such as a angle grinder/cutting tools

Thank you for your help and promptness.

Rewire two lamps

$200

Noosa Heads QLD 4567, Australia

30th Apr 2026

HI Taskers – I need two vintage lamps re-wired and checked over. They currently have American plugs so need to fix that. Also one has a bulb mount that needs to be re-mounted.

Recommended with zero hesitations

Move doorstops

$150

Eagleby QLD 4207, Australia

29th Apr 2026

There are currently x8 door stops installed at the property, x4 plastic and x4 rubber. All are currently screwed into the doors rather than the skirting. We believe there isn’t much longevity with them being screwed into the doors, as the doors are quite thin, so could you please provide a quote to relocate the door stops and fix them to the skirting instead?

Super fantastic Experience. Would highly recommend

DISASSEMBLE WARDROBE, TAKE UPSTAIRS AND REASSEMBLE

$100

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

28th Apr 2026

We need a wardrobe taken apart on bottom level and then taken up one flight of stairs and rebuilt as it won’t fit up the stairs without being taken apart.

Juan was so efficient and amazing - would definitely use again!

Replace Shower Taps

$200

Surry Hills, New South Wales

28th Apr 2026

Hi! I have new shower taps I need installed, as one of the old ones is broken and coming off. Needs to be finished before 9am, as water is connected to restaurant downstairs.

Great communication and work. Arrived early and did a nice clean job.

Swap Taps - Plumber

$100

Manor Lakes VIC 3024, Australia

28th Apr 2026

Hello I'm looking for a plumber to swap 2 taps, kitchen tab & laundry room tap. Oddly, my previous job post disappeared. Please ref to images. Location Manor Lakes Victoria 3024.

Great and quality job - Highly recommend