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  • Troubleshooting the problem
  • Checking connections
  • Cleaning the internal parts
  • Rewiring the console and controllers
  • Replacing the non-working components
  • … or anything else
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Recent Console Repair reviews in Canberra

A fantastic job — very professional.

Fix dripping taps

$50

Zac was awesome! Said what he was goin to do and did it fast and efficiently. Would definitely use again.

Pickup shelving and benchtops and deliver

$135

Paul was efficient and friendly.

Woodchips/tap replacement

$150

David was a great communicator, efficient and 100% would recommend. Task completed exactly like we asked. Would use David again.

Cap off taps and remove board from wall

$50

Highly recommend David - very professional and he did a great job.

Change washers on 3 taps

$100

Absolutely awesome. Did a great job, cleaned up afterwards, communicated well and very pleasant to deal with! Thank you!

Digging out some bushes and small stumps

$100

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

$100 - $240

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$100

median

$150

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$240

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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 Canberra

Old steel frame window clamps need looking at. I live in Hackett

$300

Hackett ACT, Australia

25th Sep 2023

Old steel window clamps need looking at - Due date: Flexible

Assemble Kleppstad wardrobe with 2doors (IKEA)

$65

Kingston ACT, Australia

24th Sep 2023

As per the above description

Trees turned in wood chips

$100

Theodore ACT 2905, Australia

24th Sep 2023

Need some trees wood chips - Due date: Flexible

Fixing car paint chips/dents

$150

Kambah ACT, Australia

23rd Sep 2023

- 1 large paint chip on the bonnet. - 2 Dents - Minor scratches/paint chips - Due date: Flexible

2 leaking taps & 1 toilet cystern

$150

Ngunnawal ACT, Australia

22nd Sep 2023

Shower tap leaking. Toilet cystern plus inlet tap leaking. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 23 September 2023

Changing old taps and shower head to mixer taps

$400

Gordon ACT, Australia

19th Sep 2023

We are interested to have taps in the 2 bathroom washbasins, kitchen sink, bath tub, and laundry sink change to mixer taps. They are currently in the old style in Hot and Cold two taps, and it's difficult for children to do handwashing. Aside from the sink taps, we also have two traditional shower arms in the bathroom. We are interested to have it change to dual shower outlets (head shower and handshower). Date can be flexible upon discussion.

Plumber to change two sets of bathroom taps

$100

Kingston ACT 2604, Australia

5th Sep 2023

Two sets of taps need fitting. May need to use an adapter as the threads appear to be different sizes. Time flexible. Would only take someone a short time. Qualified plumber preferred. - Due date: Before Friday, 8 September 2023

Excellent plumber. Polite, fast and knowledgeable. Will use again in the future, thanks Matty.

Install yellow grip tape on 21 steps staircase

$200

O'Connor ACT 2602, Australia

31st Aug 2023

Install yellow anti-slip grip tape on 21 steps I'm staircase at residential complex. - Due date: Flexible

Great Job done in Time.

Tiling in my house ( Alfresco, porch and steps)

$1,200

Whitlam ACT, Australia

13th Aug 2023

Needs Matt finished tiles laid in rear alfresco, porch and steps - Due date: Flexible

Painting backdrops

$200

Molonglo ACT 2611, Australia

7th Aug 2023

I need help painting 4 x backdrops. If you have a paint gun this will not take long. Otherwise we can supply the paint rollers. All paint/paint brushes/paint rollers will be included. - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 10 August 2023

Removal of around 7 x stumps from former privot hedge.

$500

Giralang ACT, Australia

5th Aug 2023

We removed the hedge but the stumps and roots remain. These need to be removed as well. The vary in size (diameter of a wrist to a large thigh). Access to the yard through a gate but you can not get a car near the gate. - Due date: Flexible

Great service. Professional and high quality

Install cat wall furniture- two steps and a ramp

$100

Evatt ACT 2617, Australia

3rd Aug 2023

I have two cat steps and a ramp which need to be attached to a wall. This should be pretty simple for someone who knows how to use an electric drill! They come with hardware and instructions. - Due date: Flexible

Great job, friendly, quick communication

Look for 15m of aluminium balustrade installed. small gaps.

$9,999

Molonglo ACT 2611, Australia

27th Jul 2023

roughly 15m of Aluminium balustrade, 3.2m will be stairs. looking for monument or wood look in colour with small spacing to provide a little bit of a screen. - Due date: Before Sunday, 30 July 2023

Remove stumps & clear garden bed

$300

Kambah ACT, Australia

26th Jul 2023

Long narrow garden bed with multiple stumps to be removed - Due date: Flexible

Happy with work done. Prompt, reliable

Exterior painting touch ups for sale

$500

MacGregor ACT, Australia

24th Jul 2023

We have some unfinished painting and touch ups on exterior of house - eaves, walls. - Due date: Before Sunday, 6 August 2023

Stump grind 5 small tree stumps

$200

Macquarie ACT 2614, Australia

3rd Jul 2023

5 x 15cm - 20cm diameter stumps - fairly soft wood. average access to stumps . large wide driveway - Due date: Flexible

Fantastic guy! Extremely happy with his work and dedication. Thank you Andrew. Hope to see you again sometime.

2 stumps take away

$60

Greenway ACT 2900, Australia

22nd Jun 2023

1 stump pulled from the ground and other stump 20% attached to the ground. need to take them away. - Due date: Before Sunday, 25 June 2023

Mark was ontime and did the work efficiently. Will engage him in future. Thanks for your time Mark

Fix dripping (x2) taps and 1 mixer wobbly tap

$50

Manuka ACT 2603, Australia

30th May 2023

Need someone (plumber or handyman experienced with fixing taps) to fix two dripping (slow) wash basin taps in an ensuite and a wobbly mixer kitchen tap, and a quick check of three other taps (1 wash basin plus two in laundry). Will add images later. Just need quotes at this stage so indicated price is just that. Would prefer person to fix this week if possible. - Due date: Flexible

Rob was great! Polite and helpful, and on time. Got the job done properly. Hoping to get him to do a couple more tasks.

Electrician required - Change the 10 fluorescent lamps to LED

$250

Woden Valley ACT, Australia

11th May 2023

Electrician required - I have moved to old house and looking to convert the 11 fluorescent light fittings to LED fittings Change three sensor light fittings outside home and fix an outside switch - Due date: Flexible

Awesome work. Andrew had phoned earlier and confirmed his time of arrival. He was very attentive to our requirements and completed all tasks with courtesy and cleaned up everything after competing his work. We are very happy with his work. Thanks Andrew

Fix 2x leaking taps

$150

Turner ACT 2612, Australia

8th May 2023

Fix 2x leaking taps - one kitchen sink faucet and one under-bench laundry hose tap providing water to washing machine - Due date: Flexible

Fantastic service - prompt communication, arrived on time with all the right equipment, efficiently completed the job. Would definitely recommend!