Services and Pricing
Wired PC Guys
Helping home users and small businesses with their tech support needs

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Computer Coaching, Troubleshooting, and In Home Tech Support

Wired PC Guys believe that all computer users are faced with problems that they cannot handle from time to time. But it's not just troubleshooting that many folks need and want. The average person probably wouldn't consider themselves a "techie", and yet many folks who are gifted with a technical aptitude are not necessarily good teachers. That's where we come in. One of the things that sets Wired PC Guys apart is our ability to teach complicated, technical concepts to non-technical people.

Wired PC Guys provide a wide variety of services, and we believe you will find our prices to be quite competitive. (Compare an entry level house call from most other companies at $150 and up.) Below are some standard services and pricing. For services not listed below, our standard rates are $70 / hour, one hour minimum, charged in quarter hour increments after the first hour. We also charge $30 for a house call. Some services and troubleshooting are best performed off site, so if you drop off your computer, there is no charge for the house call, and there is only a half hour minimum. Standard turnaround time for drop-off services are 3-5 days. Same day to 48 hour turnaround is available for an additional $100 fee. (Many other companies charge close to double their hourly rate for expedited service.)

We are also happy to help you answer questions and troubleshoot your computer over the phone. Phone support also costs $60 / hour and is charged by the minute.

Competitive Pricing - If you see a lower advertised price for any of these services, please let us know and we'll do our best to match that price.

Here is a list of some of the services Wired PC Guys offer. It's far from comprehensive, so if you don't see what you need help with below, check check here for a longer list, or just let us know!

Wireless Network Setup

$135
(includes trip charge)
Includes:
  • Connect router to existing broadband modem, ensuring connection with Internet service provider
  • Connect up to 4 computers or wireless devices to the wireless network
  • Setup standard encryption protocol to prevent unauthorized access to your network
  • Review network settings and document for future reference
  • Arrange printer sharing with up to two local printers connected to a PC
  • Enable file sharing between computers (optional)

Compare at:

  • CompUSA - $130 for router and up to 2 computers
  • firedog - $100 for router and one computer; $50 for each additional computer

Desktop or Notebook PC Setup and Connection

$135
(includes trip charge)
Includes:
  • Unbox and set up computer (and monitor for desktops)
  • Run new system startup and registration
  • Install / configure Windows updates
  • Uninstall unnecessary, pre-installed software
  • Configure Internet connection and / or connection to existing network
  • Set up one user profile along with an email client (Outlook, Outlook Express, etc.)
  • Install up to 3 standard software titles (antivirus, Microsoft Office, photo software, etc.)

Compare at:

  • CompUSA - $130 - $230
  • firedog - $190

Hardware Installation

$75
Includes:
  • Install a PC compatible internal or external hardware device onto your desktop or laptop, such as graphic / video card, memory (RAM), hard drive, optical drive, etc.
  • Hardware is not included.

Compare at:

  • CompUSA - $99
  • firedog - $130 - $150
  • Best Buy - $159

One Time Data Migration / Backup

$90
(offsite)

Normal hourly rate
(onsite)

Includes:
  • Move all your important data and settings from one PC to another or to a backup hard drive or disk

Compare at:

  • firedog - $60 or $230
  • Best Buy - $229, limited to 9.4 GB of data

Operating System Install / Reinstallation

$150
(offsite)

Normal hourly rate
(onsite)

Includes:
  • Install the version of Microsoft Windows that best suits you
  • Install / configure Windows updates
  • Configure Internet connection and / or connection to existing network
  • Set up one user profile along with an email client (Outlook, Outlook Express, etc.)
  • Install up to 3 standard software titles (antivirus, Microsoft Office, photo software, etc.)

Compare at:

  • CompUSA - $99, does not include Windows updates or any other software installation
  • firedog - $120 or $230
  • Best Buy - $249