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Recent Console Repair reviews in Melbourne

Very efficient! Job done quickly. Thank you!

Assemble two beds for upstairs bedrooms

$100

Fixed a tricky washer change in old taps. Cheerful and friendly guy, easy to work with, thanks Paul.

Change washers in bath taps

$5

Tyler did an awesome job. Efficient, communicative and great attention to detail.

3 small wall touchups in rental

$150

Efficient and great quality work thank you painting looks great

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

$250

Would recommend, jumpstarted my diesel car, knew what he was doing, friendly and polite.

Jumpstart car

$40

Don was amazing, punctual, clear communication, efficient

Electrician - Safety Switch Keeps Tripping

$100

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

$120 - $275

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$120

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$180

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$275

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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 Melbourne

Connect a sink, tap and a 10L hot water system

$500

South Yarra, Victoria

11th Apr 2026

Like-for-like replacement of kitchen sink (already fitted in bench top), mixer tap, and undersink hot water unit. All existing services in place — hot and cold water supply, waste connection, and dedicated GPO are already installed and functional. Supplying own fixtures (tap, sink, SHC 15). Wanting job completed Sunday or Monday.

Disconnection and reconnection of new sink and taps

$250

Carlton VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Preparing the area for a new benchtop so will need you to cometwice- for disconnection and reconnection

Tap change (3x sets of taps)

$200

St Kilda West VIC, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Shower over bath, 2x sets of taps needing change off, and 1x mixer

Minor Wall Repairs & Paint Touch-ups

$300

Richmond VIC, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Minor Wall Repairs & Paint Touch-ups I’m preparing my apartment for sale and need help with minor wall repairs and paint touch-ups. Scope of work includes: - Patching and repairing / filling holes from wall mounts, screws, photo frames and minor damage - approximately 15-20 spots. 1x tv mount 3x furniture mounts 2x heater mounts 7x photo hooks/ small holes 1 x minor damage to wall corner 3x small areas where skirting board removed 1x area where intercom has been replaced See attached photos (not including all as most furniture is still mounted) - Patch, sand and touch up with paint each item - Paint touch-ups to match existing wall colour (paint will be supplied) Damage is minor overall, but varies in size (small nail holes to slightly larger patches from mounts / skirting board removal). Additional details: - Walls are standard painted plasterboard - I want the finish to look clean and presentable for inspections/photos - Please bring your own tools and materials (including plaster) - Experience with patching and paint matching preferred Location: Richmond
 Timing: ideally Monday 13 April, to be completed no later than Wednesday 15 April. The right person would ideally be available to attend beforehand for a quick inspection to confirm scope and materials prior to completing the job. Please include: Your experience with similar jobs Estimated time to complete Thanks!

Fan inside PSU unscrewed itself and is now loose (50 w 80+ bronze).

$50

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Fan inside PSU unscrewed itself and is now loose in the PSU. I’m too scared to open the PSU myself to screw it back into place. PSU 650 w 80+ bronze; fan located on bottom of PSU.

Amazing! Thank you :)

Remove 2 stumps

$100

Richmond VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2026

Two stumps we gave tried burning out / blackberry killer on. Looking for an expert to remove / dig up to remove from ground.

Wall patch ups on rental property

$100

South Yarra VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2026

We have a few chips and paint pulled off the wall. Need to colour match the best possible as it is a new modern rental

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.

Great service! Thank you

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.

A complex job done well. Thank you

Installation of Philips Keyless Smart Lock on Front Door

$200

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Hi there I'm looking for a qualified locksmith / carpenter to install a Philips EasyKey DDL608-5HWS Slim Smart Fingerprint Door Lock on my from door. I have the hardware itself. I attach photos of the existing door and lock in case that assists. Thank you

Excellent work, many thanks

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!!