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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

$122 - $275

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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

Leaking taps might need the system replaced or jsut thr washers unsure

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Tap is leaking plimber quoted $980 said system was old and needed replacing unsure if the whole system will actually need replacing

Need the gps cable put in the back of my Apple CarPlay

$30

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Already bought the cable/ gps need it installed

Paint touch ups & fill ins

$275

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Multiple paint touch ups and fill ins as follows and in pictures: - Intercom —> Fill in the two holes from old intercom and paint above and below the current intercom - 2 x Small spots on a corner edge & side of two walls in the kitchen - Cover of a small spot in Bedroom 1 - 4x Small pain tears clean up and paint over in Bedroom 2 I do not know the white paint colour specifically, so will require paint matching. Open to quotes

Paint touch ups

$100

Toorak VIC 3142, Australia

14th Apr 2026

We are moving out of the apartment and need the walls where we had paintings touched up. There are around 10 spots with a hook or mark on the wall.

Rohit was great, clear communication and delivered well.

Remove paint drops / marks off tiles

$50

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

Remove paint drips and marks off tiles

Absolutely incredible service, would highly recommend anyone! 10 / 10 !!

Install steel wall strips into plaster / brick wall (to mount shelves)

$200

Princes Hill, Victoria

13th Apr 2026

Hi - I need someone to install 12 steel pitch vertical wall strips onto a plaster and masonry wall (brackets and shelves will be mounted onto pitch strips after - see photo attached). The pitch strips need to be installed in 6 verticals 0.5m from floor, so they will reach 3m up the wall (i.e. each vertical is 2.5m). There are 12 strips in total 6 x 2m, 6 x 0.5m. We are painting the room this week so need quick installation Tuesday evening prior to painters coming in (there is a small amount of flexibility with timing). Steel strips, screws and plugs provided. Room has been cleared of furniture. BYO masonry drill and stepladder. Thanks!

Sam was great. Good job, good to work with, good price. Would recommend and use again.

Build a gutterboard

$80

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

12th Apr 2026

I'm looking for someone to build a child hood outdoor game for me seems super basic to build. I don't have the materials so hoping someone has unused wood lying around and is handy. Similar to the photo but does not need to be as good as the photo 1 x 1200mm long 150x40mm timber fence rail, or 150x20mm fence paling (ideally treated to H3.2) 3 x 75mm stainless steel self-taping decking screws Sandpaper 1. To make the gutterboard, first cut the 1200mm long fencing rail through the centre, to create 2 pieces 600mm long each. 2. tightly hold the two pieces of timber together on the long edge to form a triangle shape. Using a power drill, drill the 3 self-taping screws through the face of one rail into the top edge of the other. One screw on each end, and one on centre. Be careful to keep the screws straight.

Repair & seal timber window frame (minor rot + gaps)

$100

Carlton VIC, Australia

11th Apr 2026

I have a timber window frame in my apartment that has cracked/peeling paint and possible minor wood rot. The window also gets very damp in winter and I recently had a millipede come in, so I want the gaps sealed properly. Scope of work: * Scrape and remove loose/flaking paint on the window frame (inside, possibly small touch outside if accessible) * Fill cracks and any minor damaged timber with wood filler * Seal gaps around the frame and glass with appropriate sealant to prevent moisture and bugs getting in * Optional: light sanding and touch-up paint (white) if included This is a first-floor apartment. Inside access is easy. Outside access may be possible with a ladder but only if safe. Looking for someone experienced with basic carpentry/handyman work, especially timber window repairs. Please bring your own tools and materials.

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.

Great job! Neat, timely and friendly. Highly recommend

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!

Nathan did a great job at patching up various spots on my walls and touching up the paint. He is very friendly and professional. He was on time, flexible and very efficient. Highly recommend 😊

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

Helped repair the marks on the walls. Came up a treat.

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

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 😊😊.