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NOT A GEEK

Computer Repair, Computer Sales, Computer Training

About us

On-site and remote service for PC and Mac. One man shop. No answering machines or 800 numbers. Free phone consultation. Quick response and fast turnaround. MBA with 25 years of corporate IT experience. Instructor for Carolina Learning Connection. Serving Mecklenburg county and surrounding areas.

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

On-site computer service which includes troubleshooting, repair, tune-up, upgrade and migration, security, virus removal, backup and recovery, wireless networking, video streaming. Personal and classroom training also available. Support for Windows and Mac, as well as other smart devices including iPads, tablets, and smartphones, Microsoft Office including Outlook, iTunes, Netflix, apple TV, and Roku.

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.9225 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
0%
3
2%
2
0%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 76-100 of 225 reviews

Eddie E.
08/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
He replied right away. We set an appointment for today. He was running a bit late but called to advise me. As I am new to Charlotte, I am leery to allow someone on my computer, but Mike seems like a straight up guy. He also recommended a good pizza joint in town.
Description of Work: Installed my desk top computer, did a back up and provided me with a special router to go with the Time Warner internet service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$215

ROBERT B.
08/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
There were no problems. Mike provided explanations and additional suggestions along the way.
Description of Work: Purchased a backup unit for my system, installed same and initiated initial back-up. Also answered several questions concerning my system. Disconnected an old desktop system. Mike had previously assisted me with the selection and installation of a new laptop which is becoming my primary system. Also helped me set up and gain some understanding of my Kindle.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$235

JACK S.
06/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
He came the day and hour agreed and made the appointment to pick up my computer to do the job.IT WAS READY AND DELIVER BY HIM THE FOLLOWING MORNING.
Description of Work: deleted the windows 8 my wife install in my computer (and make me crazy) and re-installed the windows 7. also put some other programs without extra charge and answer one consultation the following day GOOD WORK,GOOD PERSON!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Robert T.
06/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Mr. Grabowski (Not a Greek) provided services in my home. My computer was not working properly. It would not display tables , charts or other information of a tecnical nature.. It also would not print such information. In a professional manner he was able to correct the situations involved. If I ever need he[p again with my computer , I will call on him. RT
Description of Work: Reprogrammed my computer so that it works properly. RT

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

ROBERT & ANNA T.
04/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
The entire process went quite well. Mike was able to detect problems right away and knew how to remedy them. i could not be more pleased with his services.
Description of Work: Mike checked my computer for viruses and was able to detect problems I was having with my router. He also checked my wireless connection that had previously been improperly performed by another technician. He is very knowledgeable and professional and was quite prompt as well. I highly recommend him for any type of computer service or repair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

BEVERLY D.
04/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Everything went great. Mike was very responsive and patient. I?m not computer literate and would have believed anything, so I?m really happy to have someone like Mike to give me good advice.
Description of Work: My computer had become very slow; web pages were taking forever to load. I finally got totally disgusted and decided it was time for a new computer. I had used Mike several times in the past, so I called to ask his advice. Since the computer was only three years old, he offered to look at it and apply any charges towards a replacement if it couldn’t be fixed. That was a no brainer. To make a long story short, within an hour my old machine was working like new. It seems I had bogged the computer down with a bunch of apps I downloaded to print coupons and other internet offers. Thanks to him, I was able to save hundreds of dollars along with the frustration of changing computers and it only cost me $75.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

SUSAN D.
03/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Please see comments above.
Description of Work: Mike recently eliminated a virus from my laptop that had completely shut down the system. Also, thanks to his advice, we made a good, informed decision about which new tablet to purchase. Over the years, he's helped us in many ways. No matter what the issue, problem or question, Mike has the knowledge and experience to address it and provide a solution or answer. In addition - and this is important - I can always reach him and receive his advice and help immediately. This has saved considerable time and worry and is an exceptional service. When it comes to anything related to computers, I can't imagine calling anyone but Mike.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Stanley J.
03/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Not a Geek is an owner operated computer service business. The level of service and attention to detail was greater than other similar employee staffed computer service companies used previously. A transfer of data from one to another computer was performed without incident and completed per the agreed timeframe. In addition the owner provided recommendations regarding the current best brand/model computer and provided the best retail source and price.
Description of Work: Transfer data from old computer to new machine

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Jo C.
03/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
We have been thrilled with the speed and operating efficacy of the computers the technician repaired. We haven't had any more problems with viruses or malware. Our internet connections are much more reliable and we are able to run our business more effieciently. The tgechnician also followed up on a question we had asked and did not charge us for the additional contact.
Description of Work: The technician diagnosed diifferent problems in 5 sparate computers. He fixed them all and installed virus protection in all of them. He got rid of viruses and our comptuers ran much better. He also showed us how to do things so we dont have to call him every time we have a minor issue. He was courteous and professional and clean. He's affordable and worth every penny as our computers are working significantly faster and more smoothly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$220

Rick B.
02/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
It was excellent. The quality and work was excellent. He was out within a couple hours in my initial call.
Description of Work: My wife had a laptop service from Not A Geek.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

LINDA R.
01/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
We had used Mike before and had no reservations re calling him again. Our seven year old computer failed and he tried, but couldn't bring it back to life. He purchased a new ASUS computer for us, loaded our software, configured our e-mail, retrieved what he could from our old hard drive and set up everything for us on site. We are very pleased with the results and would not hesitate to call "The Geek" again.
Description of Work: Fixed Total Meltdown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

NANCY P.
11/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
He did a fantastic job - I am so pleased with everything. He responded immediately, set up up a time, came on time and did what he said he would do. Mike has the expertise and it shows. I recommend him highly.
Description of Work: Mike repaired my computer connection to the Internet, fixed my printer connection, uploaded Office 2010, cleaned up excess temp files, etc, installed defrag and cleanup programs and an additional antivirus provider.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Allan L.
11/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I called Mike and he came over to take a look at it for me. He said he needed to take it back to his shop to work on it. I told Mike that, as I was looking for work at the time, I needed the computer fixed as soon as possible. I used it to search for jobs, send out resume and use email and had to other way of doing that at the time. Mike told me he'd have it ready for me the next day. He worked into the evening and brought it back to my house the next day. There was one other problem that didn't interfere with using the computer, but he came back to my house to get that fixed and made sure that everything was working properly before he left. What I appreciate so much about Mike was that he understood how dependent I was on the computer and took the extra effort to return it to me as soon as possible. While he was at my house he noticed another issue regarding lack of back up space, made a recommendation and took care of that for me as well. I felt that after having Mike there I learned more about computers than I knew before. He was very willing to share his knowledge. I also recommended Mike to a friend. Mike looked at my friend's computer and realized that the best thing to do was replace it instead of repairing it. Mike made the recommendation to replace it and helped my friend to determine what he needed. Mike has integrity and strong sense of customer service. I recommend him highly.
Description of Work: I had a problem with my desktop PC. The start button and task bar would not be there when booted up and there was no way to access and programs. The date and the the amount of money spent is my best estimate. The value he provided and his commitment remain very clear even now.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

sandra P.
11/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
We had been having random, frustrating wireless issues in our new home ever since we moved in. Mike correctly diagnosed a faulty router (ancient!) and replaced it with one he had brought with him that he knew to be reliable. He checked the signal strength all throughout our house, and made sure ALL the wireless devices in the house were working correctly again. He was knowledgeable, professional, and patient with our questions. He was a pleasure to work with and we will definitely call him again if other issues arise.
Description of Work: Mike investigated our home network wireless issues and got us up and running again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

ROBERT P.
10/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
They found the problem and everything works great. They are always prompt and call back. He will try to help you over the phone if he can to save you money. If he does comes out he fixes it and makes sure its fixed before he leaves.
Description of Work: They came because my computer was having trouble finding the server.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

BEVERLY D.
10/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
When I described the problem, Mike knew exactly what I was talking about because he had seen it before and was familiar with the symptoms. This immediately put my mind at ease. I was under pressure to get my work done and really appreciated that he could see me that same day. I had used Mike before and he remembered who I was and how my computer was set up. I really appreciated the fast response and personal service.
Description of Work: When I started my computer in the morning, all I saw was a black screen that said it was locked by the FBI. It said I was downloading illegal material and had to pay a $200 fine to unlock the computer. Needless to say, I was scared. I called Mike immediately. He reassured me that the message was phony and that I had done nothing wrong. What a relief. I was on a tight deadline and really needed to use the computer that same day. He came to my rescue later that afternoon and spent over two hours at my house to remove the virus. He then switched me to another antivirus program he said would give me better protection and called two days later to make sure everything was still working. So far so good.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Dawn P.
10/2012
3.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Very responsive and informative, good prep direction before he arrived. He tried to reconfigure and improve the existing setup without having to start over (our preference). And while he managed to extend the signal and tried to optimize the existing setup, unfortunately, our network/ wireless hookup is somewhat convoluted, silohed (for a number of reasons) and split between 2 stories. Plus the cable company that installed our modem and router made a mess of our initial setup. So other than starting over or switching providers not sure anything will fix our current setup. Despite best efforts we continue to have signal strength and dropped signal issues.
Description of Work: Troubleshoot existing wireless/high speed internet setup. Having signal strength and dropped signal issues. Also wanted to extend signal strength throughout the home and patio. Hoped to optimize existing system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from NOT A GEEK
It’s been over three months since I completed this job, but was never made aware the situation until now. Wireless networking issues can be stubborn and are extremely aggravating, so I understand the customer’s frustration. These problems often require more than one visit to resolve; which is why I always follow up at no charge. My work is guaranteed. Had I been contacted directly, I could have worked with the cable company to find a permanent solution.

BILL R.
09/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I have used Mike for several years and have found him to be very professional and dependable. I would definitely recommend him.
Description of Work: Have aging home computer that was having bad memory , connection problems. Is now operating almost like new

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Ed B.
09/2012
5.0
computer repair, computer sales
  + 0 more
It went well and I even got an iPad from him and I enjoy using it. I just like his manner and work. He's honest and tells it like it is. If you are looking for a computer he will advise you as to what HE would purchase if he used it for what you plan on using it for.
Description of Work: I have used Mike each time I needed my computer fixed. He explains everything well which is good as far as I'm concerned because I'm as dumb as a stump when it comes to computers!!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Joan W.
09/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I got a new Win7 Desktop -monitor bundle and called Mike to do the install and transfer my programs and files from my old MCE XP machine. He arrived precisely on time and spent several hours working on this project. There was a problem with the Norton trial version pre-installed and the new version I had purchased but Mike resolved it for me. He also cleared some issues I had been having on my XP laptop! He was patient and able to explain whet he was doing in non computerese which I appreciated. He was prompt patient and easy to deal with, which had not been my prior experience with computer service people!
Description of Work: I am so far from a computer geek that I have no word to describe my lack of such info other than Computer Dumb! Mike called promptly after I left a phone message and was very responsive and professional in all our dealings. I have been using an old MCE XP3 desktop machine for years and my current Norton subscription is expiring so I decided to upgrade to a new Win7 desktop. I also have a laptop I use for traveling. Mike put my new machine and monitor together, installed the win 7 program and transferred my old files to my new machine. and explained what he was doing. He also resolved some issues that were stopping my home wireless network from fully operational. He also cleaned and updated my laptop's programs. He was here for several hours and before leaving he made sure I understood how to operate the new machine. I found Mike in this list and read his excellent reviews and I definitely agree he is a very good choice in this field, Obviously I highly reccommend him to other list members needing such service

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Kathryn E.
08/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I've been using Mike as my go to IT guy for about a year and a half. He is always punctual, and available when you need him.In order to save time and billing hours, he took my external hard drive home to set up my laptop. He picked up my mouse and router and returned the next day to set things up. Mike always does whatever he can to make it as easy as possible for me. I am always satisfied with Mike's work. If I run into a problem, I can call or email him and we can usually work through the problem without him coming to my home, and he does this free of charge. He has also done some work for me remotely. I can highly recommend Mike for anyone who has computer needs or issues.
Description of Work: Set up new laptop. Transferred data, etc. Installed Microsoft Office 2010, new wireless mouse, wireless router, and new external hard drive.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

paul W.
08/2012
4.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Came on the same day that I called. Helped get a couple of computers up and running that had been left when our three kids left for college. Came again a few days later when I had a different problem. Very professional
Description of Work: Very professional. Quick response. Great at explaining what he was doing and why. Even helped me clean out a closet of old computers, printers, cords, chargers, etc. etc. so that I could tell what could be re-cycled and what needed to be thrown away. Definitely would use again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Juli T.
07/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I wouldn't hesitate to use him again and will suggest him to anyone I know needing computer assistance.
Description of Work: Mike took my desktop tower with him and cleaned it up. It was not coming on and was in a continuous off on cycle. He was able to restore everything so that it is now working faster than ever. He installed defrag and clean up software for me and provided me with a new restore disk (I could not find my original one). He also went through the effort to call the person who built our computer in VA and get additional information from him that would help us out. Mike was very professional. He arrived when he said he would, was very polite and returned when he said he would.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Erin R.
07/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
We were having several problems with our computers, I called Mike, and he came out the next day to start working on repairs.
Description of Work: Mike is my go-to guy whenever we have computer problems. We run a small business out of our house and Mike has helped us out of several potentially-devastating computer issues that could have wiped out our data. Thanks to Mike, we have several layers of protection to help our business get up and running again quickly in the event of a failure. I feel comfortable enough to have Mike come and go from my home office even when I'm not there. He has proven to be knowledgeable and trustworthy.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Mary L.
07/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Mike was able to update and reconfigure several pieces of equipment that we already owned which significantly reduced the outlay we had anticipated for this transition. We are thrilled to have met Mike through Angie's List and expect to be good customers for a long time.
Description of Work: I first called Mike based on his Angie's List references. We had a problem with our home wi-fi router which he came and fixed. Once that was taken care of promptly and efficiently, I asked him to take on another, more major task. We needed to set up a home office. Mike, being knowledgeable about corporate technology usage, is able to replicate the functionality among 3 devices (desktop, laptop, smartphone) that we needed as a part of the home office set-up. He also facilitated data transfer and helped us plan the transition to the operative home office in an efficient manner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Contact information

28210 5800 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC 28210

http://www.notageeknc.com

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Service Categories

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FAQ

NOT A GEEK is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
NOT A GEEK accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, NOT A GEEK does not offer free project estimates.
No, NOT A GEEK does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, NOT A GEEK does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, NOT A GEEK offers emergency services.
No, NOT A GEEK does not offer warranties.
NOT A GEEK offers the following services: On-site computer service which includes troubleshooting, repair, tune-up, upgrade and migration, security, virus removal, backup and recovery, wireless networking, video streaming. Personal and classroom training also available. Support for Windows and Mac, as well as other smart devices including iPads, tablets, and smartphones, Microsoft Office including Outlook, iTunes, Netflix, apple TV, and Roku.

Contact information

28210 5800 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC 28210

http://www.notageeknc.com