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Recent Console Repair reviews in Melbourne

Vigithan was quick and easy to work with. Trees were cut clean and debris removed.

Cut medium trees, branches and remove stumps

$700

Great operator. Good communication and gets the job done

Removal of two stumps

$600

Friendly, showed up on time and got the job done super fast. Highly recommend :)

Assemble IKEA Kleppstad wardrobe

$100

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

$125 - $290

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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

Bamboo stumps dug up from planter box

$200

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

20th Oct 2026

7 bamboo root stumps to be removed from backyard planter box. These roots are pretty tough and the gap of the planter box relatively narrow so requires some skill and strength to get the roots out. See photos .

Great efficient work. Friendly, professional tradesmen. Had the work done so quickly.

Apply sealer so water stops getting in cubby roof.

$200

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

17th Oct 2026

My sons cubby is leakinh would be good for someone to paint or apply thick sealer top stop water entering in the gaps. Also the floor needs washing out and repainting

Did a great job! Highly recommend.

Handyman jobs - install shelf, paint touch ups

$100

Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Install a shelf from Bunnings - screw into wall. Paint touch ups

Cosmetic Car Scratch Repairs & Paint Touch-Ups – 2 Cars

$400

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

17th Oct 2026

We’re looking for someone experienced in automotive detailing and minor paint repairs to help us get two cars ready to sell. Both cars have cosmetic scratches and scuff marks we’d like to improve. We’re hoping to find someone who can work on both vehicles during the same visit and offer a reasonable combined price. Car 1: Yellow 2018 Kia Rio * Scuff marks and scratches on the front bumper. * White paint transfer and scratches along the side door. * Scratches and paint damage around the lower side panel. Car 2: White 2016 Ford Territory * Scratches and scuff marks around the rear wheel arch. * Paint damage and scratches on the rear quarter panel. What we’re looking for * Remove paint transfer and surface scuffs where possible. * Cut, polish and buff scratches where appropriate. * Apply colour-matched touch-up paint to deeper scratches where possible. * Improve the overall appearance of both cars so they’re presentable for private sale. We’re not looking for showroom-perfect finishes or full resprays. Our priority is a noticeable cosmetic improvement at an affordable price. Please include in your offer: * Your experience with automotive scratch repairs and paint touch-ups. * Your best price for both cars together. * Confirmation that paint, materials and travel are included. * Photos of previous work, if available. We’ll provide photos of all damaged areas to help you assess the job before quoting. We’re flexible on timing and would love to find someone who can complete both cars in one visit. Thanks!

Reseal stainless steel benchtop wall gaps in two places

$80

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Strip away the old, peeling silicone along the stainless steel benchtop-to-wall join, thoroughly clean and degrease the contact surface, and lay a smooth, continuous bead of mold-resistant neutral-cure kitchen silicone across the two gap sections.

Very helpful and professional

I need a plumber to check the taps on my bath tap system and replace.

$500

Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2026

My bath tap system is quite old. There was recently a repair done on the hot water service, and heated water is coming at higher pressure than usual. Now I have hot water trickling out of the taps, no matter how tight I try to close them (I may have worn down the old screw in the process too!).

Upster dishwasher repair

$150

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Meiko UPster U500 undercounter dishwasher. ​Issue: Displaying Error 201 (Boiler level not reached during filling sequence / Water supply timeout). Need help with: ​Checking fresh water supply line, inlet hose, and internal mesh filter for blockages. ​Diagnosing/testing the solenoid inlet valve or boiler level switch.

Fix leaking taps

$100

Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Need two taps fixed to stop dripping

Assemble Eva eclipse sofa

$150

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

8th Oct 2026

I have an Eva sofa in the style ‘eclipse’ that has arrived this morning and I need someone to unpack, assemble and take away the packaging for me. Location South Melbourne

Super helpful and easy to communicate with! Will book again! Highly recommend

Brick steps altered

$100

Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

8th Oct 2026

We have a brick step leading up to our terrace house that is 40 deep and 80cm wide. I need that step extended to 80cm deep, and an additional step created on top. The aim is to reduce the height of the step by creating 2 shallower steps, as it’s hard for my elderly mother to manage the current height. I can supply the bricks or you can. Need it done in the next approx 2 weeks. I also need a handrail installed but we could discuss that if you’re interested. Thank you.

Respectful, communication was great, no fuss and job was done so quickly and well! Highly recommend. Thank you!

Assemble Eva Eclipse sofa

$200

Melbourne VIC 3068, Australia

6th Oct 2026

Assemble Eva Eclipse sofa - four seater with chaise, including putting on covers, dispose of packaging, instructions suggest two people

Walide was so quick and helpful, he did a great job and was so lovely to deal with

Small Wall Patch & Paint Touch-Ups – End of Lease

$100

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

2nd Oct 2026

Need a few small wall patches and paint touch-ups completed after moving out. There are some minor marks/small damaged areas that need to be patched and painted to match the existing wall as closely as possible. This is not a full wall or room repaint, just small end-of-lease repairs. Please bring the necessary tools/materials. Ideally looking for someone who can come today. Please let me know if you can colour-match the existing paint and whether materials are included in your offer.

Jeisson did a great job, he was so friendly and helpful.

Wall patching & paint touch-ups

$300

Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

27th Sep 2026

Looking for someone experienced with minor wall repairs to tidy up our domestic rental before we move out. We have various screws, picture hooks and wall fixings from hanging artwork that need to be removed and repaired. Work includes: * Remove existing screws, hooks and wall plugs/fixings * Patch small holes in plasterboard walls * Repair small fixing holes in brick/masonry walls * Sand and finish plaster repairs neatly * Touch up paint where required * Clean up minor marks/scuffs around the fixing locations There are no major holes or damage — mainly fixing points from artwork and. Photos attached show examples.

Amazing job! Great eye for detail, excellent communication and super-fast responses. The patching was finished perfectly — you’d never know the holes were there. Highly recommend and would definitely use again!

Painter Required: Move Out Touch Ups for Rental flip

$300

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

21st Sep 2026

Repair plasterboard / wall damage & repaint Looking for someone experienced with plasterboard repairs and painting to repair several areas of wall damage before we move house. Work includes: Areas where adhesive has pulled away paint and the top layer/paper of plasterboard, including one larger horizontal section and a bedroom wall A handful of screw/anchor holes Several smaller nail/picture holes Remove/scrape any loose material Seal exposed plasterboard where required Fill/skim, sand and prime all repairs Repaint repaired areas/walls for a clean finish We already have the matching wall paint for all areas. Happy for you to supply the remaining repair materials (filler/joint compound, sealer, primer etc.) and include them in your quote. Photos attached show the main damage. Nothing structural — mainly surface/plasterboard and paint repairs. Looking for a professional finish where the previous damage/repairs aren't visible.

Ahmad was excellent, went above and beyond. Great quality, would highly recommend. 👌💪

Minor grouting needing to be redone in upstairs shower

$150

Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

17th Sep 2026

Grouting needing to be redone in shower

Great job done thanks

Install safety cord clips for roller blinds

$50

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

15th Sep 2026

Looking for a handyman to install 4 child safety cord clips/cleats for my roller blinds to meet Victorian rental compliance standards - 2 x timber, 2 x cement/brick. I already have the official safety clips, but they need to be drilled securely into the walls. Screws for timber fittings provided (x 2). Will need you to provide screws for cement/brick (x 2).

Went above and beyond to help troubleshoot an issue that came up during the job. Highly recommended.

Taps need replacing

$150

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Tap handle is worn out, needs replacing.

Great communication and efficient work.

Connect washing machine to communal taps in communal laundry

$160

Essendon North VIC 3041, Australia

8th Sep 2026

Need washing machine water puors connected to Communal laundry that has one set of taps. Appears to require connectors.

Sujal was very easy to deal with and very professional. Highly recommend his services.

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

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