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Mike's Computer Repair
4.8(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used Mike's Computer Repair for several years now, and have always been extremely satisfied. Mike is very trustworthy so I never have to worry about turning over "control" of my computer to him. I have called on Mike numerous times when I mess up something on the computer and he quickly takes care of my mistakes and doesn't act like I'm an idiot. I highly recommend using Mike."
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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ICJ1 LLC
New to Angi

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I provide professional handyman and low-voltage services, specializing in:\n • CCTV camera installation and upgrades\n • Access points (AP) and internet/network setup\n • Network configuration and troubleshooting (Cat6 and fiber)\n • Building rewiring and low-voltage system integration\n • Ekahau-certified Wi-Fi design and testing\n\nCurrently, I work as a subcontractor with several major companies on commercial projects, while also taking on residential jobs independently. I’m dedicated to delivering reliable, high-quality installations and efficient troubleshooting for all network and security systems.

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Total PC Support
4.5(
431
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony called at a predetermined time to help me with an issue that I had not experienced in the past.  He was very professional, extremely pleasant and when he took remote control of my computer, I knew we were in good hands.  He restored documents and pictures that I thought were hopelessly lost.  He also cleaned up and eliminated unnecessary programs.    I sat in the comfort of my home, sipping coffee while watching Anthony work his magic.  Take my tower to a shop where it will languish for two weeks?  No thanks!  I will be contacting Anthony for any future computer repairs.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service, very fast response to my request for service, picked up laptop, diagnosed issues. Initially thought it was an OS update issue but the hard drive had failed along with other components (including 'CPU). Because other components were involved, a new solid state hard drive was put into a laptop with a working processor - same type CPU as in the failed unit. The laptop was repaired and returned in less than a week. This company picked up and dropped off the laptop (driving from Huntsville, AL (about 60-70 minutes)-- great service in this covid environment. I would recommend this company to my family./friends and will use again."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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TP Technologies IT and Repair Services
4.8(
72
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything went very smoothly.  My new computer works beautifully.  Tony made sure that I understood that he could only transfer data from the old computer to the new one, and explained everything clearly.  The work was done the next day. I had a couple of questions after I had my computer back, and Tony was able to remotely access the computer and make some adjustments.  He has been most helpful and will be my go-to guy for tech support from now on.
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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It's Fixed Computer Repair
5.0(
7
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called Luther on Friday morning while I was at work and set up an appt. for the same day. He came to my place exactly on time. Very punctual. He's also very neat and clean in his appearance and work habits. After signing an agreement on price so everything was clear and showing him my list of problems, he got right to work. Luther checked everything for viruses and then got rid of a lot of things that were making my computer run super slow. Then, after discussion, he uninstalled my antivirus program and installed his preferred program, which was very streamlined and easy to use. I just sits, running, in the background and doesn't interfere with my browsing experience. Luther also, by chance, had some "used" memory that worked with my pc. So he took my (very dusty and dog hairy) unit outside, gave it a good blowout and installed the memory for a very reasonable price. Luther told me my computer still has room for improvement (room available for more memory) but that this should improve things. It did....immensely.  Luther more than gave me my money's worth, I have to say and my computer is running like it should. I try to do a lot of my own troubleshooting on my computer, but after this experience I know I'm a rank amateur.  I'm really happy with my computer for now and I'll definitely be giving him a call in the future when I'm looking for a computer tech. I'd recommend  Firefly Solutions to anyone."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
My Computer Buddy
4.8(
25
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

"Went very well.....scheduled appointment at my convenience, was on time, and worked very quickly.  Showed what work he did.  I waited a couple of weeks before submitting this report to make sure I had no further issues.   Computer works fine and problem resolved.  I would use My Computer Buddy again.
Very professional.....explained everything he was going to do.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Comset Systems, Inc.
4.7(
63
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Thomas of Comset Computers is highly knowledgeable, wise, reluctant to execute consumers' requests to do certain repairs/changes when he deems them unnecessary. That can be to his credit, as other repair people might be tempted to do those functions just for the profit, but you may need to insist on particular modifications being done by him. I was definitely pleased with his willingness to conveniently come to my home to troubleshoot or impose repairs/replacements on my pc. Ultimately, it was determined that the extent of the work needed made it more strategic for him to bring my pc to the shop and Thomas effectively laid a fresh Windows 10 on a new drive for me. Thomas carefully and skillfully combed through my computer's crevices, cleaning it and discovering even a fan which was installed by another, upside down! His corrections, upgrades, and fine-tuning ultimately generated a computer which is now fast, smooth, no longer beset with blue screens and restarts, and he risked back strain with my machine delivering it back to my home. Thomas is responsive to phone calls and inquiries and handily dealt with my weekend emergency. His decades of experience with data processing are showing for sure. Larry"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for computer repair projects in River Forest, IL

The time it takes to repair a computer depends on the repair needed and part availability. It can take between a few hours to three weeks to fully restore your computer. Certain repairs, like data recovery or network configuration, can be done remotely within a few hours. Other problems, like a Blue Screen Error Code, could take multiple days to resolve fully. Consult a computer repair technician for a diagnosis of your computer’s problem and estimated timeline for repairs.

The average desktop PC lasts three to eight years, while laptops last only three to five years. Desktop computers tend to last longer because of the extra space inside the box, which allows added airflow. This component also allows easy access to repair individual parts as needed. Laptops have more tightly packed components that can lead to overheating issues and a shorter lifespan.

There are several common repairs between laptops and desktops that you’ll need to address as soon as possible. A slow computer is often related to having too many files on your computer or even spyware. A computer repair professional will scan your system for malware and possibly add more RAM to increase the speed time. 

Another common problem is overheating, which is caused by dust build-up on the computer components or a part failure. Older computers might develop graphic problems where the display is fuzzy or altered.

In most circumstances, a computer repair will cost less than replacing your computer. However, there are a few factors to consider before making that decision. First, if the repair will cost more than half the cost of a replacement computer, it might be worth replacing it, especially if it’s reaching its age limit. 

In addition, it’s essential to consider whether the repair is a one-time deal or regular occurrence. If the repair is a simple upgrade, it’s worth repairing. However, if you have a serious problem like excessive spyware that cannot be fully resolved, it’s better to replace it.

The average cost for computer repair is between $50 to $150. On average, computer repair technicians charge $60 per hour, though that price can be as low as $40 to as high as $90 per hour. 

The necessary repairs will often dictate the type of charge you’ll incur. For example, laptop hardware replacement, such as hard drives, RAM, or keyboards, typically costs $30 per component. However, a complete tuneup, which includes computer upgrades and virus removal, averages around $150.

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