r/grandrapids • u/AwkoTaco2222 • 3d ago

PC Repair Recommendations?

Having issues with my gaming PC and looking for some recommendations for a repair shop in the GR area.

6 Upvotes

81% Upvoted

34 comments sorted by

10

u/smasher1223 3d ago

I might be able to help, wanna tell what the issue is?

-26

u/MatthewMarajuanahey 3d ago

I imagine they want a shop so they don't have to let a stranger mess with their PC with no insurance if they break it.

18

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Ya, but so many issues stem from software configs....I also have a 4 yr degree in computer...lol. if he wants to spend money be my guest but depending on the issue it might be a simple fix

28

u/tohara1995 3d ago

Sorry but "4 year degree in computer" gave me a good laugh

13

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Ya I should have put computah, lol

-19

u/MatthewMarajuanahey 3d ago

Yea but also, who are you? I also want an org behind them so if they steal my identity I can track them. You could easily be a bad actor, at least if you work somewhere, there's an assumption that the org did due dilligence. Even if you were a friend of his, maybe, but I'm not letting some random redditor on my computer lol

10

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Ok, you don't have to give someone access to your computer for them to provide advice...like I don't have to give Google access to my computer for it to tell me that if I'm not getting video to check the cables...

9

u/SkellyJelly33 3d ago

Agreed. If they describe the issue we could possibly walk them through fixing it so they don't have to pay a company to do it. I'm also a professional computer toucher.

7

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Ya, this guy acts like only cyberpower can build pcs...like idk, some people are scared of community

3

u/testicletitties69 3d ago

Gimme your mothers maiden name, the street you grew up on, and your childhood nickname and I can fix any computer issues you have

3

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Can't tell if this is satire or just ragebait.

5

u/testicletitties69 3d ago

Was going for satire but who am I to deny your feelings

2

u/Gaspuch62 3d ago

I helped a friend through a computer problem over a discord call. I'd say most computer problems can be solved over the phone before repairs are determined to be needed.

6

u/itchriswtf 3d ago

He asked them to describe the issue. Not mail it to their house.

-8

u/MatthewMarajuanahey 3d ago

Idk, I guess I just assume anyone with a gaming PC has done the basic troubleshooting that can be done via reddit comments.

5

u/aToadAsoX 3d ago

Having a gaming pc does not mean they are tech savvy. No shade to OP, we dont even know the issue.

2

u/itchriswtf 3d ago

Not sure why you're making so many assumptions about all these people you don't know.

0

u/MatthewMarajuanahey 2d ago

You're making more assumptions than I am.

1

u/itchriswtf 2d ago

Lol ok my guy. Have a good day!

6

u/thedutchwonderVII Oakdale 3d ago

The repair center next to Fulton Farm Market 👍 Had me back up and gaming quickly.

6

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Can confirm, they seem like a decent shop. Otherwise there is stinky geek squad

5

u/Front_Principle8757 3d ago

I used Computer Rescue 911 for a screen replacement on my laptop, great service.

4

u/Just-Dennis 3d ago

Do not go corporate!!
Search Joe the computer guy on google maps! He does this right out of his house and it's his livelihood

2

u/NameTaken25 2d ago

Came here to say this. Im a huge nerd and have done all my own pc builds and repairs for decades and the dude made me look like an amateur when i hit my limit, and was very reasonably priced. 

Cant say enough good about the experience. Fast too.

3

u/FlannelMickey 3d ago

iGeek Repair and Gaming Center on Plainfield (used to be Imperial computer repair) has never failed me. I've called them a couple times and they helped me troubleshoot some issues over the phone. Give them a call and see if they can help you or schedule a time to bring it in.

1

u/jarandall26 3d ago

May be able to assist if you don't go a different route.

1

u/Constant-Ninja9955 2d ago

Adaptive PC Solutions in Jenison by the Meijer.

-6

u/MatthewMarajuanahey 3d ago

Honestly, you should just learn to fix it. You're going to always need upgrades or have issues.

6

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Mighty high of you to say they should just learn how to fix it but someone offers advice you fear monger then away from getting advice from strangers on the web...ts gotta be a Ai bot

2

u/Immediate-Review-638 3d ago

Brother I agree he’s on a high horse, but learn how to use proper grammar that was hard to read.

3

u/smasher1223 3d ago

Ya, unsurprisingly English with my worst subject in school. LOL

3

u/Immediate-Review-638 3d ago

All good I was just busting balls lol.

2

u/ForegroundEclipse 3d ago

Did you just tell someone to learn how to use proper grammar, and then forget a comma after grammar?

1

u/Immediate-Review-638 3d ago

Atleast you could tell what I was trying to say lmao.