Common Repairs
Here are some routine computer issues for which customers frequently ask help, but this is by no means a comprehensive list. Contact me here to schedule a time to troubleshoot your computer issues.
Virus/Malware Removal I offer two levels of virus/malware removal. Level I consists of installing software and running scans on your computer to remove the threat. If this does not work, Level II involves removing the hard drive from your computer and running scans to remove the threat. A backup is made of your documents and pictures to an external drive on Level II. Flat rate: Level I, $45; Level II, $100
Computer Tune Up - I will optimize your computer's boot up and shut down processes, stop unnecessary programs from running in the background, clean up unused shortcuts, delete temporary files, install Windows updates, update/check your security software and clean the dust from the inside of your PC. Flat rate: $40. (ask about current tune up specials).
Printers - Printer connection issues are one of the most common requests I get. I can troubleshoot if your computer no longer sees your wireless printer, if you're having intermittent connection issues or other common problems. Flat rate: 1 hour (see hourly rate/rate special).
New Computer Set Up or Operating System Upgrade - Operating System upgrades and hard drive replacements vary because each install is unique depending on what kind of document, picture and email backup/forwarding you will need. Cost quoted up front.
Hard Drive Replacement - Hard drive replacement costs can vary depending on if data is being recovered from the original hard drive and may also require the purchase of an operating system if you did not have a backup or recovery/rescue disc before your hard drive crashed. Cost quoted up front.
Data Recovery - If your system crashes, I can attempt to rescue files from your hard drive, reinstall your operating system and put your original files back on your hard drive. I can attempt to rescue data off a failing or failed hard drive or your accidentally erased memory card, but I cannot guarantee success. Cost quoted up front. There is a 1 hour fee regardless of whether I can recover the data or not because of the work involved.
Computer Hardware Upgrade - I can help you add memory, sold-state drives, printers, etc. Flat rate: 1 hour (see hourly rate/rate special).
Backup Program - If your computer crashed today, what would you lose? Documents? Work projects? Priceless family photos? You cannot afford to be without a computer backup plan/system. I will discuss assorted options with you (online and external hard drive backup systems) and help you implement the plan you choose. Cost quoted up front.
Wireless Network - I will help you install your wireless network hardware and software or troubleshoot connection problems. Flat rate: 1 hour (see hourly rate/rate special).
Virus/Malware Removal I offer two levels of virus/malware removal. Level I consists of installing software and running scans on your computer to remove the threat. If this does not work, Level II involves removing the hard drive from your computer and running scans to remove the threat. A backup is made of your documents and pictures to an external drive on Level II. Flat rate: Level I, $45; Level II, $100
Computer Tune Up - I will optimize your computer's boot up and shut down processes, stop unnecessary programs from running in the background, clean up unused shortcuts, delete temporary files, install Windows updates, update/check your security software and clean the dust from the inside of your PC. Flat rate: $40. (ask about current tune up specials).
Printers - Printer connection issues are one of the most common requests I get. I can troubleshoot if your computer no longer sees your wireless printer, if you're having intermittent connection issues or other common problems. Flat rate: 1 hour (see hourly rate/rate special).
New Computer Set Up or Operating System Upgrade - Operating System upgrades and hard drive replacements vary because each install is unique depending on what kind of document, picture and email backup/forwarding you will need. Cost quoted up front.
Hard Drive Replacement - Hard drive replacement costs can vary depending on if data is being recovered from the original hard drive and may also require the purchase of an operating system if you did not have a backup or recovery/rescue disc before your hard drive crashed. Cost quoted up front.
Data Recovery - If your system crashes, I can attempt to rescue files from your hard drive, reinstall your operating system and put your original files back on your hard drive. I can attempt to rescue data off a failing or failed hard drive or your accidentally erased memory card, but I cannot guarantee success. Cost quoted up front. There is a 1 hour fee regardless of whether I can recover the data or not because of the work involved.
Computer Hardware Upgrade - I can help you add memory, sold-state drives, printers, etc. Flat rate: 1 hour (see hourly rate/rate special).
Backup Program - If your computer crashed today, what would you lose? Documents? Work projects? Priceless family photos? You cannot afford to be without a computer backup plan/system. I will discuss assorted options with you (online and external hard drive backup systems) and help you implement the plan you choose. Cost quoted up front.
Wireless Network - I will help you install your wireless network hardware and software or troubleshoot connection problems. Flat rate: 1 hour (see hourly rate/rate special).