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VSL Computer services

Computer Repair, Computer Sales, Home Automation

About us

We offer a full line of residential computer support both remotely and on site... Yes, we make housecalls!

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

We make house calls and provide remote support! Home computer repairs & maintenance, virus cleaning, hardware upgrades, home networks, software upgrades/installations. We work on both the PC and Apple.

Services we don't offer

We're sorry... we don't sell computers.

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9144 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
93%
4
3%
3
0%
2
1%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 76-100 of 144 reviews

Judith W.
03/2009
5.0
computer sales
  + -1 more
The IT man arrived promptly at our house. Ben was polite in answering our questions and careful in handling the equipment. After analyzing the problem, he called his office to find out what a new motherboard would cost and the approximate time for the repair and return of the computer. We gave him the approval to repair the machine. The first motherboard sent to VSL was the wrong size and had to be reordered. The same IT man, Ben, brought our repaired computer back, set it up and realized a part to connect with our printer was missing. Ben left and brought back the part later the same day. Our computer is now working well. While there was a delay in returning the repaired computer, we still would do future business with VSL.
Description of Work: We had repair work completed on our home desk top computer. The decision to have it repaired rather than buy a new computer was based upon cost & time to repair vs. replacement and the convenience in getting our computer back in service. It was determined that the computer had to be taken to the shop, and a new mother board needed to be ordered.

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE RATING! BEN IS INDEED AN ASSET TO THE COMPANY VERY WELL LIKED BY EVERYONE.

Yvette D.
02/2009
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Very professional and prompt. The company informed me about the progress of the work and explained exactly what was done. I have already used them for a second computer.
Description of Work: Cleaned up computer infected with viruses.

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
$171

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU! WE APPRECIATE THE COMMENTS. GOOD LUCK IN YOUR MOVE.

NANCY M.
01/2009
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Everyone connected with the business is very helpful. They appreciate the necessity of getting our computers, printer, etc. back into service ASAP. When the computers are down, my husbands business essentially stops. Sheldon and company have gone out of their way to be responsive to our business needs. We will continue to use their excellent service.
Description of Work: VSL has acted as the technical support for my husband's in-home office for at least two years.

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
$100

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU VERY MUCH... WE APPRECIATE THE KIND WORDS.

PAULETTE S.
11/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I had gotten the "sometimes fatal blue screen" on my computer. Sheldon came to my house. He was punctual, professional and knowledgeable about his work. He diagnosed my problem and fixed it. He explained to me what he was doing as he went along. He also made a suggestion for a back up process in the future so I can take the fear out of the experience should anything like that happen again.
Description of Work: Repaired my computer. I had bad memory, Ram was replaced.

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
$85.5

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU. IT WAS NICE THAT WE COULD RECOVER AS WELL AS WE DID. HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY.

MARY JO R.
10/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Very well. They picked up my computer, fixed it, and returned it to me on a Sunday! I left it with them while I was out of town, and they graciously returned it over the weekend, so I could catch up on my work before Monday morning. They went out of their way to make me happy.
Description of Work: VSL replaced the interior part of the socket where the electric cord plugs into in the back of the computer.

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
$185

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE REPORT! WE APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH.

GINA M.
10/2008
1.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
The repairman that came to pick up the computer said they would install the card for just the cost of the card and no labor. I also purchased additional memory. When the repairman returned my computer he didn't properly attach the monitor to the computer. He just placed the plug over the socket, he didn't bother to screw the plug into the computer. This caused constant problems, I kept losing my monitor and having to reboot. I thought the programs weren't working properly. Every time I called VSL the offered to send a repairman the next day. I work from home and can not afford to be without a computer. I finally called the company from which I purchased the monitor and they helped me attach the monitor to the computer.
Description of Work: The first time I used VSL was great. Sheldon came to my home and fixed the problem in just a few minutes. He didn't charge anything for the visit because the repair was minor. The second time was a nightmare. After being so happy with their initial service I called VSL again when I was purchasing a second monitor and needed a new graphics card installed on my computer so I could hook up the monitor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$300

Response from VSL Computer services
WOW! THIS WAS OVER 6 MONTHS AGO... WE ARE SORRY THAT YOU FELT YOU HAD A BAD EXPERIENCE WITH US. WE DON'T RECALL THE SITUATION (AND I'D THINK WE WOULD). TAKE CARE...

CHARLES & JOYCE W.
09/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
He was very knowledgeable, personable, prompt, and the price was right for the time he spent here. We were very pleased.
Description of Work: They sent a geek out to clean up the computer. He was here about an hour and a half.

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
$90

MIKE Z.
08/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Over all everything went very well. Sheldon Livingston was very professional, polite and knowledgeable
Description of Work: I was having a problem getting my new lap top to print using the printer on my wireless network. Sheldon also came back the next day because I still had a problem but it was my fault not the work he did. Everything was fixed. I was charged $85.50 an hour both times.

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
$171

DONALD C.
08/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
He was great. He responded in the same day and his performance was outstanding.
Description of Work: The consultant fixed my computer problem in a very short time. After fixing the problem he upgraded my Vista software to the latest version.

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
$100

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU DON! WE APPRECIATE IT. GOOD SEEING YOU AT THE SHOW. TAKE CARE

MAUREEN K.
08/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
The price reflects 3 visits - The first 2 visits involved the lemon (computer) I bought and returned to the company. The 3rd visit we had the wireless working, but inadvertently having several firewalls was blocking the networking and he straightened it out for us. I only wish we'd known we needed to return the unit before we hired him, but that wasn't Sheldon's fault.
Description of Work: Networked two home computers to wireless router and each other; purchased and installed the network card.

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU... I HOPE THE NEW COMPUTER IS WORKING BETTER... TAKE CARE...

Linda L.
05/2008
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
They took my computer and let me use his laptop until my computer was fixed. They had to order a part from Dell and I had my computer back in four days. They were knowledgeable and efficient. They gave me unbelievable service! They didn't even charge to replace the circuit board.
Description of Work: They took the stuff off my computer that was unnecessary and slowing it down. They also replaced the circuit board.

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
$171

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE KIND WORDS! HOPE ALL IS WELL.

CAROLYN H.
12/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Excellent job!! They did the job in a very timely manner. They got back to me by phone very quickly.
Description of Work: They came out and picked up my laptop and analyzed the problem. They figured out that the mother board was dead, so there was not much they could do.

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
$42

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE POSITIVE REPORT! HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY.

NANCY J.
11/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Perfect, professional, competent, quick.
Description of Work: Repaired crashed 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
$80

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE COMMENT! SURE WAS NEAT THAT THIS WAS FIXED SO QUICKLY WITH NOTHING LOST. TAKE CARE. I'LL ENJOY THE KEYS :-)

HELENE A.
10/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
He came out and looked at the computer and found that is was a hardware issue and so he was unable to fix it. I thought it was really nice that he didn't charge me. He said "I don't charge if I can't fix".
Description of Work: Problem with our computer.

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE NICE REPORT. I APPRECIATE IT.

Jessica K.
09/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I will never use anyone else for my computer services! Other computer techs could not fix my problem but Shelton at VSL did. He arrived on time, answered my questions and fixed my problem. There was even a mistake on my part where he billed us and I paid him twice and he called to make me aware of the issue- very honest and ethical.
Description of Work: My computer crashed and a new mother board had to be installed.

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU. IT WAS A PLEASURE!

Mary M.
08/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Awesome! Sheldon put us at ease from the minute he started working on our laptops. Again, very professional and personable.
Description of Work: Sheldon came to our place and repaired not one but two laptops. We were having some minor issues and wanted to get them taken care of before they became larger issues. Sheldon came in and fixed them with no problems. He also fixed a few things that we didn't know we had. Very personable and professional.

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
$85

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU! I APPRECIATE YOUR COMMENTS. HAPPY TRAVELS!

Pat S.
08/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
We have used this company in the past and were pleased on both occasions was here quite a while. The technician came on time and worked and worked really hard. We would use them again.
Description of Work: Computer repair.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU!

June G.
08/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I thought I had a computer virus. The technician told me, and showed me, that when I had downloaded an annual update to my Norton Security it had been installed as a new program instead of an upgrade and the different Norton programs were preventing me from accessing the internet. He also solved two problems I had with my printer/scanner with a few minutes.
Description of Work: I recently used VSL Consulting to repair some computer problems. They were prompt and performed the work for the amount they previously agreed, and I received a 10% discount for being an Angie's List customer and for a first visit. I paid $76.50 for services that a competitor quoted $413.66 to repair. Their technician was very professional and the job took one hour which was the amount of time suggested when I made the appointment. I called one day - they came the next. I got some additional advice by telephone the following day when another problem cropped up, which solved the problem at no further charge.

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
$76

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE KIND REPORT... WE'RE GLAD THAT WE WERE ABLE TO HELP! TAKE CARE.

HULL R.
07/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I definitely would use VSL again and have already recommended the computer services to others. I keep his cards at the computer and on the refrigerator for any future problems.
Description of Work: My computer had become so infected with spy-ware/virus that the system went completely down with the "blue screen". I contacted 2 companies. VSL immediately responded and was very courteous. Sheldons's estimate was a great price! He was very professional taking the time to explain several ways to avoid future problems to my wife and myself. I would HIGHLY recommend this company and would utilize the services again. We were impressed with his responsiveness and was very happy with the service. Also, I never received a response from the other company.

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THE KIND WORDS... IT WAS A PLEASURE.

PATRICK B.
07/2007
1.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Never showed up for appointment - did not call.
Description of Work: Scheduled an appointment several days in advance. Waited 45 minutes for the service person to arrive before calling the office. Sheldon called and said they were busy and would not honor the appointment. Said I could reschedule later. I called this company because it was top rated by Angies List. How did this happen? Is this the type of service that Angies List supports with awards? By the way, when I scheduled the appointment, I told them I got their name from Angies List.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from VSL Computer services
I'M SORRY ABOUT THE INCIDENT AND UNDERSTAND YOUR FRUSTRATION...THERE ISN'T MUCH MORE THAT I CAN SAY. I WOULD LIKE TO MENTION THAT "NOT HONORING THE APPOINTMENT" MEANT THAT I COULDN'T MAKE THE APPOINTMENT AND FOUND MYSELF WITHOUT YOUR PHONE NUMBER.

ANG P.
05/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Sheldon is very professional and always returns phone calls in a reasonable time frame. I thought my computer had "died" but Sheldon was able to return my computer to me with my hard drive back working and no data was lost! I was so happy to feel I could trust someone with my pertinent data.
Description of Work: Sheldon picked up my computer and worked quickly and efficiently to repair my 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
$175

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU SO MUCH. I HOPE THE COMPUTER KEEPS WORKING WELL FOR YOU!

JENNIFER H.
04/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Once I made contact with Sheldon, I was impressed with his promptness and responsiveness. He communicated everything necessary very clearly with no surprises. He was professional and punctual. I was very happy to have my computer back with no loss of data.
Description of Work: My home computer crashed, showing the "blue screen of death", after I uninstalled a game. VSL Consulting gave me an estimate on the phone, picked up, repaired, updated drivers, and returned the computer.

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
$175

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU...HAPPY COMPUTING!

MONICA S.
02/2007
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
The above is in comparison to having another company out, and they made an appt. for 6 days from the day I called. When the other company came out for 1 hour, said he couldn't find anything wrong and to call him if it happened again. I did and waited another 6 days for him to come out, he brought a new power pack with him, but it did not fit, and he was saying "I don't know what else to do." I had been without my computer for 2 weeks, so I told him that I would take another avenue to fix my problem, and AM I GLAD THAT I DID.
Description of Work: I contacted Sheldon regarding my computer hardware problem, and he came out the next day with a new part. This resolved my problem somewhat, but the problem cropped up a couple of more times a few days later. I spoke to him by phone and he helped me to try a few different things, and eventually, the problem was resolved for 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
$162

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE KIND WORDS! I'M GLAD WE WERE ABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE...TAKE CARE.

ELIZABETH W.
11/2006
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
I would definitely use him again for any new problems.
Description of Work: Sheldon came to my house to check out an erratic computer that died off and on. It sounded like a power problem but when he took it to his shop, he found it was a motherboard problem. Unfortunately, the board is no longer available. He suggested a new computer since mine was old and I wanted to get a new one. Anyway soon rather than putting real money into this old one. He brought the old computer back. For all this he did not charge me anything since he said he did not fix it. (He doesn't build computers and knew I would have a new one built).

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU FOR THE "A" GRADE...ENJOY YOUR NEW COMPUTER!

Mary S.
10/2006
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
It works like a dream now. He did wonderfully well. Everything could not have been better. He was very careful. He gave me the Angie's List discount and I hadn't even asked for it. I highly recommend him to anybody with computer problems.
Description of Work: I had a computer built for me at another company. It was a bad computer and did not work. Sheldon took it apart and put new parts in it.

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

Response from VSL Computer services
THANK YOU ... I HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH YOU (AND THE COMPUTER). TAKE CARE.

Contact information

10801 Starkey Rd 104-222, Seminole, FL 33777

http://www.vslcomputers.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing


Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Computer Repair,
Computer Sales,
Home Automation

FAQ

VSL Computer services is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

VSL Computer services accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, VSL Computer services does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, VSL Computer services offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, VSL Computer services does not offer a senior discount.
No, VSL Computer services does not offer emergency services.
No, VSL Computer services does not offer warranties.
VSL Computer services offers the following services: We make house calls and provide remote support! Home computer repairs & maintenance, virus cleaning, hardware upgrades, home networks, software upgrades/installations. We work on both the PC and Apple.
We're sorry... we don't sell computers.

Contact information

10801 Starkey Rd 104-222, Seminole, FL 33777

http://www.vslcomputers.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed