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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

Professional, on time, helpful and flexible. Thanks Darcy

Cut 3 small trees remove stumps

$50

Very happy with the prompt and efficient service I received from David today. Would definitely recommend and will use again.

Plumber to replace 2 sets of taps

$80

Fantastic job and very clear advice on next steps. Recommended

Fix leaking basin tap + shower taps

$100

Fantastic job would recommend

Dig out two stumps

$100

Thanks Dany .. reliable, timely and great communication .. cheers!

Need three lamps ' re - corded '

$170

Good job Richard was very helpful

Remove stumps

$200

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

$100 - $250

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$100

median

$150

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$250

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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

Small car body chips repairs

$200

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14th Mar 2024

1) Minor rear spoiler chips to be repaired 2) Left bumper reflector to be replaced with new one and chips repaired.

Remove & reinstall shower heads and mixer taps

$250

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3rd Mar 2024

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Loud sound heard from the wall once the water taps are turned on

$5

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2nd Mar 2024

Loud noise coming out of the wall once the specific water taps are turned on

Electrician who can install ceiling lamps

$70

Torrens ACT, Australia

28th Feb 2024

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Maintenance on taps and pipe

$50

Narrabundah ACT, Australia

27th Feb 2024

Replace washers on three external taps, remove restrictor from shower head, replace washers on spa, tighten pipe join, two taps need some maintenance done.

Removal of green waste and tree stumps

$200

Wanniassa ACT, Australia

22nd Feb 2024

Job to remove green waste and tree stumps. Stumps already dug up, just need to be removed.

A few Roof tile and ridge caps to be replaced

$800

Canberra Central ACT, Australia

21st Feb 2024

replace a few Roof tile and ridge caps. Moved tiles to be sited correctly

Plumbing: Require two taps installed around the house and water pump

$200

Chapman ACT, Australia

20th Feb 2024

Two taps exterior to be installed around the house. (I have the taps). Approximately 6m from the existing pipe connection. Also I have got ozito water pump and this must be connected to the water tank and installed inside the garage. (I have got most of the materials) - Due date: Before Friday, 9 February 2024

Paint 6 doors, bulk head and touch ups

$225

Braddon ACT 2612, Australia

20th Feb 2024

Paint 6 doors as pictured (4 doors in pic with front door). Paint bulk head in kitchen plus small patch on ceiling above bulk head Touch up bedrooms for clean lines and other minor wall touch ups as directed. All paint supplied. I just need your time and your steady hand

Humps in the floor boards

$100

Taylor ACT, Australia

2nd Feb 2024

Have a few spots in the hallway that have humps in the floorboards . Looking for someone to come and fix the issue. Can’t see in the photos , photos to show what the floorboards looks like. - Due date: Flexible

Remove wasps nest

$50

Casey ACT, Australia

30th Jan 2024

There's a wasp nest requiring removing. A ladder will be required as it's quite high up. I am too scared to do it myself PLEASE HELP! - Due date: Flexible

Roof tile clips installed

$200

Casey ACT, Australia

23rd Jan 2024

Require the installation of approximately 50 roof tile clips. - Due date: Flexible

Gaps in tiles

$150

Throsby ACT, Australia

23rd Jan 2024

Silicone and gaps in tiles - Due date: Flexible

Not happy with the airtask. I’ve mentioned details task to perform with the attached photos but somehow only few words has been mentioned and tasker refused to do whole task only half of the task has been completed and have to release whole payment I am not gonna recommend for others

Fix my bathroom taps

$100

Canberra ACT, Australia

22nd Jan 2024

Looking for someone to fix my hard to turn bathroom taps (hot and cold sink and shower, four handles total). Must bring equipment and parts as I don’t have any! - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 23 January 2024

Great to work with !

Set up/Install Proteus Deluxe 2-Station Gym (PSS-2015C/2020C)

$150

Tralee NSW, Australia

22nd Jan 2024

Need someone to come and set-up/install Proteus Deluxe 2-Station Gym in garage. Photo of how the station should look attached + photo of manual and photos of equipment dissembled. - Due date: Flexible

Plaster and paint touchups

$100

Red Hill ACT, Australia

17th Jan 2024

Some minor dents and scratches in walls from furniture moving. Needs painting and plastering. Replacement of fly screen for outside sliding door. - Due date: Before Friday, 19 January 2024

Great work. Efficient. Lovely man.

2 leaking taps and a new tap intall

$50

Kaleen ACT 2617, Australia

16th Jan 2024

I have 2 leaking taps that needs a new washer and a new tap that needs installing. - Due date: Flexible

Awesome job. Thanks!

Toilet Block-Plumber to unblock the toilet upstairs

$5

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

2nd Nov 2023

I need someone to unblock my toilet upstairs. - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 2 November 2023

Well done. Promptly