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Recent Console Repair reviews in Melbourne

Leon did an excellent job of repairing my two lamps. He went over and above what I expected. Highly recommend

2 Table lamps broken and need repairs

$100

great service, thanks alot!

Connect washing machine - Simpson 550 top load

$60

Great job - Highly recommend. Carpet was removed , strips laid inc all tools to drill concrete tool away everything and left very clean. Thanks

Carpet removed - door strips laid

$200

Good job appreciate it

Patch and paint 2 x paint chips (paint provided)

$100

Great work

Remove tree stumps

$100

Darren is top bloke and an absolute Master of his trade deserve more then 5 stars, Thank you mate for your help and coping with the trouble. Cheers!

Needs Painter for small touchups

$120

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

$120 - $270

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$120

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$175

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$270

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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

Removal of office rubbish e.g., desk tops, desk legs, cable cages

$150

South Yarra VIC, Australia

10th Sep 2025

We will need someone to remove the leftover rubbish from an office move. These would include office desk tops, desk legs, desk poles, cable cages

It was great to work with them! They were on time and very efficient, got the job done quicker than expected. Friendly and would recommend to others

Seal gaps between walls and floor to stop mice getting in the house

$100

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2025

Seal gaps between cabinet walls and floor to stop mice getting in the house. Need done for three areas - behind fridge and washing machine and skirting

Help disassembling dbl ikea nordli bed frame move upstairs & rebuild

$80

Thornbury VIC, Australia

7th Sep 2025

Disassemble ikea nordli bedframe, move upstairs and rebuild

Very professional, quick to respond. Built my bed within the first hour of posting the job and helped with our laundry door. Highly recommend!

Repair or replace front steps

$500

Coburg VIC, Australia

6th Sep 2025

Repair front steps and some design posts to secure it all

Excellent service, great work and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Gareth to all

Paint board game figurines

$600

South Yarra, Victoria

6th Sep 2025

Paint small board game figurines for LOTR board game. We would like them painted properly so they real. About 100 pieces - some have been started, some with white light white wash only, some (pictured) are the untouched plastic cut from box Artist to supply own paint and brushes Price negotiable for high quality work

Steam clean couch and fix wall chips with retouch white paint

$75

Southbank VIC, Australia

5th Sep 2025

Need to steam-clean a 3-seater couch to remove stains well and fix wall chips and repaint (touch up only) for the chipped part. Best if you can do both but taking offers for either one too!

Wall rips fixing (smaller than a coin) x2

$70

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

5th Sep 2025

Have 2 small wall rips (smaller than the size of a coin, just ripped paint no other damage to the wall) from some tape that needs fixing and painted as we are moving out. See attached pictures for reference. Also need the couch (3 seater) to be steamed cleaned (another posting, obviously will pay the price for the couch clean as well) if someone can do both - lovely! If not, that’s fine as well.

Paint front door steps, entry area and front door

$200

Alphington VIC 3078, Australia

4th Sep 2025

Paint: entry area 2.3mx1.5m , steps- x3 Front door Paint supplied

Surinder was excellent with communication and did the painting task so well. Happy to recommend Surinder

Electrician to install a large lightweight lampshade

$10

St Kilda VIC, Australia

4th Sep 2025

I have a large, lightweight (bonded felt) lampshade that needs to be installed in a new location. This location currently does not have a lampshade. The wiring will connect to an existing 6-panel switch (only 4 panels are currently in use). Attention to detail is critical: the lampshade must hang at the exact same height as an identical lampshade in the adjacent area. The new electrical cord (I have) will need to be measured, fixed, and cut to achieve the correct drop. Precision and careful installation are essential for this task.

Plaster & Paint, rips/dents

$600

Brunswick VIC, Australia

1st Sep 2025

Paintings that were stuck on with a 'quick release' sticky tape have ripped off the paint on several walls in an apartment as well as two dents to be fixed, all patched and painted if need be. Needs to be done within the next week or so, will lock in the best time with suitable Tasker. Ideally come in take samples to bunnings match colour, patch and paint in one day. Send me through some quotes, budget is around $600. Cheers

Vince was quick to reply and supply a quote, operated within my timeframe without hassle and did the job to perfection, would use again and recommend.

Remove 3 pittosporums and stumps

$250

Northcote VIC, Australia

25th Aug 2025

Looking for someone to come and remove 3 pittosporums including the stumps. All green waste to be removed from site including clean up. Side access of 1m available.

Tom was great. Did the job as asked, on time and great communication. Would recommend.

Fix door paint chips

$80

Richmond VIC, Australia

15th Aug 2025

Im moving out and my doors x 2 have some damage from adhesive removal. Needs some filler and paint to fix

Great job efficient and professional Highly recommend

Jumpstart car

$40

South Yarra VIC, Australia

12th Aug 2025

Car needs jump starting, located in off-street carpark of apartment block.

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

Tap repairs. The hot water tap won't shut off and keeps spinning

$80

Alphington VIC 3079, Australia

9th Aug 2025

The hot water for the shower tap won't shut off and tap keeps spinning.

Extremely helpful helped out a lot

Fix collapsed shelf on bedroom

$5

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

8th Aug 2025

My shelf has collapsed in my bedroom which requires fixing

Highly recommend, thank you

Demolition of rear concrete steps

$250

Melbourne VIC, Australia

30th Jul 2025

Demolish and Remove rear steps. I will remove the patio. Price with options for rubbish disposal with and without.

David went above and beyond to help me at short notice to do a power of work at my house. Thanks David couldn't have done it with out you.

Remove a tempering valve on 2 Manifolded Hot water Heat pumps

$150

Fairfield VIC, Australia

30th Jul 2025

I need a tempering valve removed as my 2 manifolded Heat pumps dont supply hot enough water. I need 60 degrees not 50 degrees

Very polite clear and responsive The work was done at a very high professional Standard and completed within 2 hrs of clicking offer Accepted.

Mount artwork with strips

$50

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

29th Jul 2025

Looking for a skilled Airtasker to mount five A2 size prints - perfect placement 🙂 Command print strips will be provided. Less than 20 minute job.

Johan did an amazing job mounting prints for us. Meticulous and very professional. Highly recommend!

Remove 9 concrete stumps

$200

Malvern VIC, Australia

27th Jul 2025

Need 9 concrete stumps dug up and dumped in a skip which is on site. Will need to provide own shovels etc

Justin was great. Arrived on time, was friendly and got the job done which was much harder than we both expected. Highly recommend him.

Assemble desk & bring upstairs

$150

Parkville VIC, Australia

24th Jul 2025

Lift a 42kg rectangle box approx 1300x500 up top level (4 flights) & assemble Desk. Kogan - Giantex 120CM Computer Desk Home Office Desk w/4 Storage Drawers Wooden. Anytime this afternoon until 1800

Great work, fast, good communication. Thank you