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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 Melbourne

Great advice, great result! Thanks Wayne!

Inspect shower head and taps

$50

Great attention to detail and communication.

Replace bathroom taps

$100

Darren did an excellent and very speedy job.

Plaster and paint touch ups

$120

Perfect service, our walls look brand new again!

Patch 2 small chips in wall

$60

Michael was fanastic!

URGENT Removal of collapsed brick fence AlbertPark

$400

Mason arrived on time and did a fantastic job. Thanks!

Fix leaking taps

$100

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

$118 - $257

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$118

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$170

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$257

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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

Minor rental vacate touch ups

$150

Richmond VIC, Australia

2nd Feb 2025

Three small tasks that are required to be completed: 1. Large bathroom mirror to be removed and new mirror hung. - Existing mirror is cracked and missing pieces. - Measures 105cm h x 140xm w and is glued to wooden frame that is secured to wall. - New mirror measures a few cm smaller. 2. Plaster and paint of three doors with scratch marks 3. Repair two small holes in walls

Someone to fit chicken wire between the steps on our stairs.

$50

Elwood VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2025

Looking for someone to fit chicken wire between the steps on our stairs.

Seal gaps in flooring and skirting boards

$120

Flemington VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2025

My small one bedroom rental apartment has lots of gaps through which pests are coming in. I need them closed.

Thank you for your timely help!! Really good work.

Fit vanity unit , basin and various taps in a bathroom

$350

Armadale VIC, Australia

30th Jan 2025

Need basin and vanity fitted. All taps to bath, shower and rose, laundry sink and washing machine taps. Thanks

Install two new pendant lamps

$150

Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Jan 2025

Two new pendant lamps with existing placements on the ceiling and switches

Repair damaged outdoor steps including timber

$400

Essendon VIC, Australia

29th Jan 2025

Bottom step needs replacing and 2nd step also needs fixing

Drill & screw table bases to new table tops

$150

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

28th Jan 2025

Table tops need bases drilled and screwed. They need to be measured to the centre of the bases as there are no pilot holes. There are 4 table tops to be replaced.

Electrical job: Install two pendant lamps and fix power switch

$120

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

28th Jan 2025

I need an electrician to install two pendant lamps; one in the living room and one in the bedroom. These also need to be linked accordingly to the switches.

Re-wire two lamps with switches

$100

Coburg VIC, Australia

28th Jan 2025

We have two small sconce lights we want to use as bedside table lamps. They need to be re-wired and we want the wire to include a switch.

Hassan did a great job. Friendly and reliable. Would happily work with him again or recommend his services to others

Grind / remove two stumps

$150

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

26th Jan 2025

Grind / remove two stumps please. Access is via a side path 800 mm wide.

Great service. Stumps removed no hassles. Many thanks!

Need an Ethernet port upstairs in a 3 storey townhouse.

$200

Brunswick VIC, Australia

19th Jan 2025

Hey I’m looking for someone to help me setup Ethernet port upstairs in my study room. Currently the internet (NBN FTTP) is connected to the living room. The townhouse has two Ethernet ports at the moment. One in living room, which is working One upstairs in level 2, which is not working. I also think it could be pretty old. I’m keen to get the Ethernet port installed in level 1 and get the connection working. Details of the property: it’s a townhouse where the cable comes via front (attached photo)

Mayank was able to give me helpful advice and got the issue sorted. Thanks

Odd job - put hole caps on ikea robes

$80

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th Jan 2025

Hi I need approx 600 IKEA waredrobe holes covered with caps. The ikea cover caps are supplied- just need to put them in the holes.

Fantastic and efficient

Change three different tap washers in three different taps

$100

Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

12th Jan 2025

Buy and change tap washers in three different taps

Quick and reliable - great work

Stiff shower taps fixed

$150

St Kilda VIC, Australia

5th Jan 2025

Stiff shower taps needs fixing Also in the kitchen with a small leak Plumber or experienced trade

Great job sorted it . Thanks

Someone to re-connect my Phillips bridge home system

$50

Armadale VIC, Australia

21st Dec 2024

I have a Phillips bridge home network system that connects to the lights and other devices. I’ve been away a few months and it’s stopped working. Wifi is functioning fine but I can’t figure out the problem.

So helpful and knowledgeable

Hot and cold water Taps maintenance

$50

Armadale VIC 3143, Australia

17th Dec 2024

Around 4 taps need to be fixed asap

Excellent guy and fantastic job done.

Pull out yukka stumps and dispose

$400

Brunswick West VIC 3055, Australia

6th Dec 2024

I cut down 6 yuccas, need the stumps pulled out and disposed of.

Great fast service would recommend

2 Yucca Stumps removal

$120

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

6th Dec 2024

Have two Yucca stumps that needs to be removed ( see pictures) both are about 20cm diametres I have a green bin for disposal

Nice to deal with. Get the job done nicely

Handyman to Take apart wooden counter tops

$90

Prahran VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2024

I have a shop with two counter tops that were bolted together but not to the wall, just need someone with the right tools and skills to take it apart for me. Welcome to have the wood also

Punctual, polite, professional and efficient 100% recommend for any job as he is very good at what he does

Cut 2 benchtops and hole for sink for 1

$350

South Yarra, Victoria

29th Nov 2024

Need work on two benchtops: 1. Kitchen benchtop needs expanding hole to be cut approx 10mm wider and 150mm longer to fit sink. Benchtop is granite. 2. Fit laundry laminate benchtop (kaboodle)- benchtop will need cutting down to size and hole cut for sink.

John has exceptional skill, patience and care and really went above and beyond to ensure the best finish on our benchtops. Highly recommended.