Just had my laptop repaired. Had a power jack replaced. Originally took it to Futureshop (where I first purchased it) and whaddaya know ... FS won't repair things out of warranty. No, that's a lie ... the tech didn't even look at my laptop after I explained my situation before he started talking about their protection service plan and taking me all over their computer section. Simply put, according to FS I was to spend $350+ (replace the motherboard ... don't ask how I came to that conclusion) or 700+ (new laptop altogether). But that's another rant for another day.
I went onto yelp.ca to find a great tech service and I came across these folks. Decent rating and very close to my home. I called them to explain my situation and the tech didn't even let me finish my sentence before he said "$130, 3 hours." Done.
I brought my baby in around 4 pm and I asked the tech about having to maybe replace the motherboard and he looked at me and said "Yeah, $130 ... 3 hours." I left it at that.
I went home, praying for a miracle, and I received a call at 5:45 to tell me that I can pick my laptop up whenever.
And now, here I am writing this review for you on my remedied laptop.
Cons: The staff seemed no nonsensey and very formal ... which isn't a problem for me since they are very apt at their jobs. If you're looking for someone to hold your hand, then go on over to Geek Squad or whatever.
Pros: GREAT prices, quick service, and they just get it done.
Will be returning this week to get my BlackBerry tweaked. My friend came with me to pick up the laptop and saw how happy I was and dropped off her MacBook just before closing to get the keyboard cleaned (hot sauce accident ... another story for another day.)