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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 East Melbourne

Peter is an absolute champion! Did a fantastic job with the tasks that were done, arrived on time and kept very good communication along the way. Thank you Peter!

General handyman for wall mount, doors & taps

$300

Thank you forbthe professional response and service!

Jumpstar Trampoline Assembly

$80

Very friendly guy, worked well and left the place clean.

Deck sanding (front steps)

$120

Excellent service.

Fix leaking taps

$100

Absolute superstar! Went over and above.

Paint touch ups wall

$150

Christopher was on time, explained everything and completed th job as directed. Highly recommended - will definitely use services again!

Changing taps

$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 East Melbourne

Cut one chinese elm tree, cut 5 stumps, remove all from property

$700

Blackburn North VIC, Australia

11th Dec 2024

1- cut a chinese elm tree 2- cut 5 short stumps (30 cm each) to the ground. grinding not necessary. 3- remove existing trunks and branches and the newly cut from property a) permit from council is approved b) the arborist MUST have insurance given the tree is close to fence.

Replace two mixer taps in kitchen and laundry

$125

Box Hill North VIC, Australia

11th Dec 2024

Replace a couple of plain mixer taps with new swan neck taps. Should be a straightforward job if you have the right tools.

Thanks Vinod for your help, very happy.

Electrical job - need to fix fuse keeps going off

$250

Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia

11th Dec 2024

Fuse keeps flicking up and shorts the dishwasher

Fix two taps

$50

Box Hill South VIC, Australia

8th Dec 2024

We have couple taps needs to fix.

Someone helps me to instal 3 sets of curtains

$60

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

8th Dec 2024

Bought three sets of curtains and curtain rods

Highly recommend!!!!!!

Change 5 x floor lamps with European plugs

$250

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

6th Dec 2024

Require a licensed electrician to change plugs on 5 x floor lamps. Image of what needs to be changed below. Will supply the plugs which are black side entry plugs. Must be completed Monday the 9th of Dec.

Craig great, fast, punctual, good communication and very precise and thorough. Highly recommend and will use again for sure.

Fry stove switch need replacing (fish & chips store)

$100

Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia

6th Dec 2024

need a fix on this switch, as it cannot turn to turn pilot on.

Fix the door handle, chips on walls, change wash basin

$400

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

6th Dec 2024

I am needing a few things fixed before I move into a new home. There are some chips on the walls, the wash basin needs to be replaced, door handles need to be fixed, and a few other things.

Patch and psint

$500

Kew VIC, Australia

22nd Nov 2024

Patch around window frames where pelmet has been removed then paint. 3 X windows. May require 2 sessions of work 2 days in a row. Sat 23rd and Sunday 24th November

Seen did a fantastic job at short notice. Would recommend him.

10 Sidebar trucks need to have their tops raised by about 30-50cm

$10

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

19th Nov 2024

I have a 10 ton sidebar turck, it needs to saw off the top and weld steel pipes to increase the height by 30-50 cm. Then weld the sawn off roof back. I need a package price.

Landscaping works. Bricks paved. Pavement steps laid

$400

Balwyn VIC, Australia

19th Nov 2024

Lay one row of approx. 60 bricks as border for existing garden bed (refer photos). Brickwork to replicate what is already in place on the other side of the gate (refer photos) Approx 60 bricks to be laid (bricks to be supplied) Approx 4 pavers to be laid (pavers to be supplied) Some minor excavation will be required to attain desired level for both bricks and pavers. Area 4.3 metres by 2.8m with arch brick paving needed.

Tree stumps removal

$150

Box Hill VIC, Australia

15th Nov 2024

I require approx 17 tree stumps grinded/removed. All are from small trees. Photos attached.

Leak in Toilet cistern. New valve. 2 toilets. Washer and ring 8 taps

$300

Camberwell VIC, Australia

14th Nov 2024

1. Water leak from toilet cistern into toilet bowl. Caroma brand. Need new valve. For two toilets. Photo provided. Same brand and design of both toilets. Must provide parts to fix the leak. 2. Change new tap washers and new o'rings for 10 taps (i.e. 5 sets of hot and cold taps) inside 2 bathrooms and 2 garden taps (outside). Total of 12 new tap washers and 12 new o'rings. Must provide new washers and o'rings.

Plumbing (tap leaks). Residential House. Excellent work. Very polite. Highly recommended.

End of lease Paint touch ups

$600

Deepdene VIC, Australia

13th Nov 2024

Patch small holes and partial re-paint of walls which have been used for hanging pictures . Paint will be supplied but Painter to provide equipment and tools required on the day.

Reliable and professional, excellent job and very easy to work with.

Shorten 18 curtain drops

$300

Surrey Hills, Victoria

12th Nov 2024

I need 18 sheer curtain drops shortened by 40 cm

A great experience and. Good job done

CREATE A NEW WROUGHT IRON RAILING FOR 2 STEPS

$200

Blackburn South VIC, Australia

11th Nov 2024

I WANT TO ADD A WROUGHT IRON RAILING TO AN EXISTING RAILING FOR 2 NEW STEPS. new railing to be welded onto existing rail. Open to offers if more than two hundred.

Experienced and knowledgeable

Replace washers on dripping two taps (one outdoor & one inside)

$75

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

10th Nov 2024

Replace washers on dripping taps - one outdoors in garden & one onside bathroom (need to supply washers)

Efficient and easy to deal with. Highly recommend.

Need plumber to install new shower taps

$80

Ashburton VIC, Australia

22nd Sep 2024

Need shower taps replaced only not the shower head I will supply the taps

Damian was on time and job done efficiently and properly, easy communication

Hanging some artwork / securing bookcases into wall with straps

$100

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

28th Aug 2024

I have lots of 10 x different sized artwork that needs to be hung on brick walls with a drill. 2 x heavy bookcases that need to be secured into the wall with straps to ensure they don’t fall . 7 x curtain rods that need to be fixed to wall . 1 x wardrobe rail to be fixed into wardrobe with brackets . 1 x fasten wire onto outside brick wall ( to use as a garden trailer ) . You will need to bring all the tools required . Some of the artwork is large and heavy. Estimated time for install is an 2 hours …

Luis was very efficient and lovely to deal with !

Need a plumber to fix shower leak and also replace taps

$180

Blackburn VIC, Australia

24th Jul 2024

Leak in shower Hot and cold taps might need replacing

Prompt and professional thank you so much Daniel