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What great service . Prompt and great price .

Taps replaced

$250

Very efficient and good work

Fix two leaking taps

$200

Perfect. Luke was friendly and professional and got the job done.

Fix leaking taps in laundry

$75

Fantastic worker, will get him back for jobs.

4wd side steps and mudguard fitting

$150

I am very happy with the work Marty has done. He works hard to ensure the job is done properly and is very knowlegable and experienced. I would definitely hire him again.

Handeyman to fix Taps & drawers fixed

$150

Absolute gentlemen, helped me find a genuine solution that was innovative and helped me save money

Install additional Cat6 ethernet point upstairs from NBN FTTP box

$50

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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

5 pair of taps need either servicing or replacement with new.

$250

Lakemba NSW 2195, Australia

5th Sep 2026

5 pair of taps, three pair in the bathroom and one pair in the kitchen and one pair in the laundry. (Two knob, one for hot and one for cold, but tap is one). All are hard to close and open. Water falls drop by drop if I close normally, I need to close very hard to stop the water falling. One pair in the kitchen not used since long, as I have another tap there. You need to check them first, whether it wants repair/servicing or need to replace with new one. Please let me know the complete charges, including call out, servicing and replacement. (I need to see NSW License for plumbing work, and Certificate of Compliance after completion of job).

Fix toilet the water keeps running after flushed

$10

Clyde VIC 3978, Australia

4th Sep 2026

The toilet cistern doesn’t stop filling completely, and the tiny amount of water keeps running after it’s flushed.also need to replace a toilet seat screw and bolt to fix seat properly . Quote for both work

3 Taps replacements

$150

Kellyville NSW 2155, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

* Replace 3 taps with new taps provided. * Remove existing sealant and apply new sealant along one side of the bathtub and shower area. * Replace the Basin pop-up waste sink drain plug units with adapter in the sinks/Basins.

2 leaking taps and replace(or fix)a shower arm

$150

Cairnlea VIC 3023, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

2 taps in my rental townhouse are leaking. Simple fix, just need new rubber/silicone washers. The shower arm needs tightened or a new one if broken. Need help as I’m away overseas otherwise I would have done this.

Paint touch ups around house. All material supplied.

$200

Mount Gravatt East QLD 4122, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Few paint touch ups around house. Have all the equipment, fillers, rollers, brushes, paint, sealers, sandpaper etc.

Replace washers bathroom sink taps

$150

Dulwich Hill NSW, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Replace washers in taps. Washers need to be supplied by person that does the work

Put together a Bunnings games table (pool & ping pong)

$150

Melbourne VIC 3144, Australia

1st Sep 2026

Assembling a flat pack games table I bought from Bunnings, it’s a pool & ping pong table.

Wei was able to come quickly & knock over the task smoothly. Will be using again!

I need to replace 1 x Kitchen tap mixture and 2 X Bathroom taps

$90

Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I need to replace 1 X Kitchen Sink tap mixture and 2 X Bathroom taps I will supply the items just need fixing. Thank You

Highly recommended Isacc was excellent what he was doing A+

Cat-proofing specific backyard gaps & Bunnings trip (Schofields)

$200

Schofields NSW 2762, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Looking for a handy person to help cat-proof a few key target areas in my ~400 sqm backyard so my cat stays safely inside. The entire perimeter doesn't need covering—just specific problem spots like under-house gaps, side alley access, and lower fence junctions. Key Job Tasks: • On-Site Assessment & Installation: Inspect the specific gap areas (as pictured) and install mesh/barriers to seal them off securely. • Quick Bunnings Run: Meet at the house first, assess what extra hardware is needed, and join me for a quick trip to Bunnings to grab supplies. All material costs will be covered directly by me. Tasker Requirements: • Must bring standard handyman tools (drill, wire cutters, staple gun, pliers, fasteners). • Experience with pet-proofing or custom mesh/barrier installation is a plus. Location: Schofields (2762)

He has great eye details, punctual and very good at communications.

Fix 2 x leaky bathroom taps

$150

Rosanna VIC 3084, Australia

30th Aug 2026

I have two leaking bathroom taps. Caroma tapware installed 9 years ago. Twin basin vanity. The ‘hot’ on each leaks/drips and I’ve turned off the isolation valve below to save water. Need someone with plumbing experience to fix it. Working from home today, so flexible with time. Ground floor, easy access. Located in Rosanna, near Heidelberg.

Legend. Highly recommend. Thanks very much. 🙏

Remove small backyard tree + lilly pillies and grind stumps — Redfern

$300

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

30th Aug 2026

I need someone to complete a straightforward backyard tree-removal, stump-grinding and cleanup job in Redfern. Photos are attached. Scope of work 1. Remove one small-to-medium backyard tree • Safely cut down and remove the tree shown in the photos. • It is not a large tree or major arborist job, but it will need to be cut down carefully due to fences, garden beds and surrounding structures. • Remove all branches, trunk sections and debris from site. 2. Remove approximately 10 established lilly pillies • The lilly pillies have already been heavily cut back. • Cut the remaining trunks/stems down as low as practical. • Grind the remaining lilly pilly stumps/root crowns below ground level, or use another suitable method that prevents regrowth and leaves the garden bed usable. • Remove all cut material, stump grindings if required, and green waste from site. Quote requirements Please provide your best all-inclusive fixed-price quote for the complete job, including: • Labour. • All cutting, stump-grinding and removal equipment. • Tree and lilly pilly removal. • Green-waste, branch and timber removal/disposal. • Any loading, transport, access and cleanup costs. • Leaving the site tidy and the garden beds usable. Please state any assumptions or exclusions upfront. A site inspection can be arranged if needed, but the attached photos should provide a good initial indication of the job.

Orlando was amazing. Our property had limited access for some of his machinery but that didn’t stop Orlando who did the work manually without any complaints. I couldn’t recommend Orlando enough.

Change tap handles and taps

$160

Albion VIC 3020, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Replace old taps with new taps and handles. 6 x tap handles 2 taps.

Great guy, changed my old taps to new taps. Job was difficult due to old tap hardware but he was able to get the job done. Do recommend.

Tighten 2 x loose sink taps and replace missing rain pipe

$250

Melbourne VIC 3188, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Two taps need tightening with a tool in a tight space behind sink basins. Also part of my rain down pipe near the front door has gone missing - replace missing part and repair

Mustafa was very efficient, great communication and work

Replace bathroom sink taps

$200

Coburg VIC, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Looking for someone experienced with plumbing to replace the sinks taps in the bathroom, I don't have replacement taps yet as im not sure which to buy, so the person who accepts the job can find the suitable ones, cheers

Highly recommend

Touch ups/fix hole in door

$100

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

28th Aug 2026

1. Hole in door. Need fixed 2. Paint peeled off in certain areas of the house. Need fixed

Great work. Can't fault it

Put new lampshade on hanging lamp

$100

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

27th Aug 2026

I need help replacing the lamp shade on my hanging lamp with a paper lantern. The lamp is suspended over a stairwell with no easy way to access it You will need to bring your own ladder/equipment

Excellent service, took the time to come up with a solution for a difficult problem. Would recommend them

Cooktops oven replacement

$250

The Ponds NSW 2769, Australia

26th Aug 2026

I need to replace as existing gas cooktop 90cm with a new one

Timely and efficient. Good communication

Plumber Needed – Leaking Taps | Sunbury 3429 | ASAP

$100

Sunbury VIC 3429, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Looking for a plumber to fix or replace 3 leaking taps in our home in Sunbury (3429). All of the taps are currently leaking to some extent, so we’re happy for you to assess whether they can simply be repaired (washers/cartridges etc.) or need replacing. We’re planning to renovate the bathroom in the future, so we’re not looking for expensive/premium tapware or a major upgrade at this stage, just a practical and reasonably priced solution to stop the leaks. * Happy to purchase/provide replacement taps or parts if you tell us what is required. * Alternatively, you can supply them — please mention the approximate cost in your offer. * Photos attached for reference. * Location: Sunbury VIC 3429 * Timing: Ideally within the next 2–3 days. * Availability: Very flexible with time. Please quote for labour and let us know whether you recommend repairing or replacing the taps based on the photos. Thanks!

Loved his work ethics. He did a fantastic job.