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Recent Console Repair reviews in West Melbourne

Great job! Arrived on time and completed the task to a high standard. Will definitely use again!

Painter touch ups - end of lease

$100

Ahhhh.. hard to time a handy man who’s punctual. On time and did great work. Happy to use his services again.

Need plumber to fix taps and shower

$100

I highly recommend Justin for any handyman work needed. He is very efficient and professional. Great job. Thanks Justin.

Install taps

$150

Fantastic job done. Arrived on time, was courteous and a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommended!!!

Fix leaking taps x6

$150

Jye was on time and we got the answer we needed, would definitely recommend and use Jye again!

Investigate why shower water keeps going cold

$100

Organised and professional. Very happy with the result.

Remove Yucca stumps

$400

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

$130 - $300

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$130

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$200

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$300

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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 West Melbourne

Apps on Android not working (minix)

$100

Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Apps on Android not working (minix)

Two vintage table lamps to be rewired and one floor lamp fixed

$100

Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

20th Mar 2026

I have two vintage lamps that need to be rewired to make them safe (they are easily 50+ years old) so I can use them and one floor lamp fixed that is not quite 10 years old that randomly stopped working recently (globe has been tested - it isn't the globe)

I need someone to come and change the tapset

$80

Laverton VIC 3028, Australia

20th Mar 2026

I needsomeone to bring a rap set new and change this

Taps in laundry replaced.

$60

Brooklyn VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2026

Taps in laundry leaking. Need replacing. Have them. ( X2 sets)

Changing rotating style shower tap to slide taps

$500

Tarneit VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2026

changing rotating style shower tap to slide taps 2 showers(4 pieces- 2 per shower), 2 sinks (4 pieces- 2 per sink), 1 bathing tub (2 peices), and 1 in laundary (2 peices) change kitchen tap with a new one (1 peice) i can purchase the taps. need quotation for the work

I want someone to fix table lamps ( around 50 ) - Read description

$10

Aintree VIC 3336, Australia

18th Mar 2026

I have almost 50-100 table lamps which needs slight fix as they are all broken. They were in working condition but due to shipping; most of them are not working due to poor wiring. I need someone to fix the wiring and i have glue to attach base back. Attaching pictures for more clear description Happy to take inventory and leave for fixing it or help fixing the inventory myself as well. Happy to pay per hour or can assign a small share in sales ( i sell online on amazon, ebay and etsy) All lamps are good, some are working and many are t due to shipping issue. Help would be appreciated

Removing tray/ tub set ups and swapping over cars

$100

Fraser Rise VIC 3336, Australia

18th Mar 2026

2 Ford Rangers 1st Ranger has factory tub and roller shutter 2nd Ranger has custom tray and canopy Both owners will be there to assist in what's required Need to swap them both and ensure everything working on both cars after swap

Help fix bedroom door , keeps coming off top hinge

$125

Albanvale VIC 3021, Australia

18th Mar 2026

bedroom door come off hinges from old screws or deteriorated screw holes , able to screw back on but screws don't go in fully and when shut falls off again .

very efficient and communicative :) fast and job done good

Professional paint touch-ups (walls, doors & frames)

$175

Maribyrnong VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2026

Hi there, I’m looking for an experienced painter/handyperson to repair and touch up small chips and scuffs in my apartment, including: • Painted walls (minor chips/scuffs) • Door frames and floor frame corners (small damage) • General touch-ups to achieve a clean, seamless finish This is a pre-sale tidy-up, so I’m looking for a high-quality, blended finish (not visible patching). Scope may include: • Filling, sanding and proper surface prep • Colour matching and blending into existing paint • Clean, professional finish suitable for inspections Paint colour: Walls • Taubmans Easycoat Interior Matt • Tint: Dulux Natural White Doors / frames • Taubmans Water Based Enamel Semi-Gloss • Tint: Dulux Natural White Note: You will need to BYO paint please

Shabaz was very helpful and provided excellent service . He came on time as agreed, provided insight into what patching and painting work I needed done . Very happy with the results and will definitely use his services next time . Thanks Shabaz!

Plumber to Install shower rails, taps and kitchen sink mixer

$150

Keilor Downs VIC, Australia

7th Mar 2026

I need a plumber to replace existing items with new ones: Master bedroom ensuite: shower rail and head Bathroom: shower rail, head and 2x taps Kitchen: kitchen sink mixer. I’ve also attached 3x pictures of the items that needs installation

Great job communicated well and quality

New shower taps put on

$75

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia

25th Feb 2026

Need a plumber to install x2 wall mounted shower taps

Good work, easy going and great bloke

Help to install new taps in kitchen and pantry

$80

Tarneit VIC, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

Need to install 2 new taps in kitchen and pantry by removing old ones

Nice and neat work well organized plumbing

My security system keeps beeping. Need it disconnected. REPOSTED

$100

Taylors Lakes VIC 3038, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

Reposted as I was overseas and my previous responses expired. My security system keeps beeping until I enter my code. It would stop and start beeping again after around an hour or so. I have bypassed all the zones as this is an old security system and there are some error codes. Bypassing the zones fixed the issue for a few months, although it's back again. Backup battery has been replaced twise within the past 2 years so believe this isn't the issue. I am looking to now completely get rid of this system to install a new one. Only reason I'm looking to pay someone is because simply removing the wiring might trigger the alarm and it might not be able to be stopped.

Fixed it easily and efficiently. Would recommend

Chainsaw 2 small stumps to ground level

$50

West Footscray VIC, Australia

22nd Jan 2026

Have 2 x small yucca stumps that need chainsawsed down to ground level please. Not a big job (should take 10 - 15 minutes) but not worth me buying a chainsaw. As close to ground as possible. I will dispose of the waste. Thankyou :)

Absolutely thrilled with Theo’s work, he went above and beyond. He worked hard and did an amazing job. Would recommend 100%

Landscaper - remove tree stumps

$500

West Footscray VIC, Australia

15th Jan 2026

Remove trees stumps from property completely. In total 5 different trees. I will trim them back to just the stumps before you arrive.

Super efficient and punctual. Did an extra two Stumps we didn’t know about without any hassle.

Need to remove paper wasps from my rainwater tank

$150

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

11th Jan 2026

Some small group of paper wasps have found a home just inside the top of my water tank because the filter was disintegrated. I need them removed safely

Rain was on time and proceeded to do the work after checking with me exactly what I wanted and the result was very good and timely

Fix taps - low flowing

$100

Altona VIC, Australia

20th Dec 2025

Need to fix two taps that are low flowing- may need pipe cleaning

Fantastic work, very efficient! Thanks

Shower Taps Servicing (Leaking)

$100

Caroline Springs VIC, Australia

15th Dec 2025

My offer is for my task time and travel to attend to your leaking shower taps. Cost of parts up to the value of $10 is included to fully service your taps. Services Privided: ✅ Premium Hydroseal Tap Valves Installed (Expected Life 5 Years) ✅ O Rings ✅ Washers ✅ Lubricate O Rings and spindles to restore functionality of your taps to as new condition. ✅ Tap seat grinding to keep your taps leak free longer. Please assign job to book. Kind Regards Peter - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01KCG3WRBBVK4P3F1M78N6J6JV

Thanks a lot bro……..::

Cap taps, mount dryer, drill in safe etc

$400

Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

6th Dec 2025

Cap two unused laundry taps, mount dryer (may need to supply brackets), secure safe, cut to size and install black cat roller fence topper, supply and install 4 x internal door locks or lockable passage set to 1x bedroom and 3x bathrooms.

Dennis did an excellent job, was very knowledgeable and helpful with his advice. I will book again!

Digital door lock installation (Philips DDL720-MVP-17HWS)

$120

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

I need someone to install a Philips DDL720-MVP-17HWS smart lock on my front door. The door currently has a standard deadlock installed. Looking for someone who has experience with digital/smart lock installations and can ensure proper alignment, drilling (if required), and secure fitting. Thanks, Vinay

Helped me to install the lock professionally and was on time and had attention to details