We are an onsite computer repair and consultation company that specializes in small business and home repair. Computer on sites are $80/hour and invoices are written on location. Phone calls are free and often can help you right away! NO work over one hour is performed without express consent of the customer beforehand! Family man, Carl Watroba, is committed to honestly serving his customers. He loves a challenge and will always leave a customer with a answer and a solution to their computer woes!
Business highlights
24 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
The Computer Doctor is in! We specialize in small business and home repairs, networks, installations, and upgrades. Based in Crown Point, we travel to you covering Lake and Porter counties! We work with all computer systems including Windows and Mac. Software and hardware, we are the ones to call with questions when you want a honest and thorough answer! A brand new service offered is our Remote Computer Maintenance Service. Call The Computer Doctor for details on this great new program!
Services we don't offer
We do not specialize in website or programming aspects, instead, referring these situations to highly recommended companies we work with routinely.
Every interaction with The Computer Doctor has been pleasant and relieved stress due to the quick fix and easy explanation as to what was wrong and what was done.
Description of Work: Has cleaned my computers, increased speed on my computers, troubleshooted printer issues, and more.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
Mark R.
05/2014
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
Carl has handled our problems in person when necessary as well as remotely in an efficient and professional manner. Our business completely relies on properly functioning computers and Carl has always been there for us when we needed him.
Description of Work: He helped us connect our external hard drives and troubleshot our Drobo. Carl has been our IT person for 30 years and has kept our business running smoothly despite numerous computer problems related to our business.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Sue & Dave O.
03/2014
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
Computer Doctor installed additional Ram and found issues within a software program that had our computer running at a snail pace. We have taken a yearly maintenance agreement which allows access remotely. They have since fixed problems from that remote access.
Description of Work: I had problems with computer speed and issues with a program that runs our equipment. Computer Doctor sold us a yearly service contact that he can enter remotely. They were able to resolve my problems in a professional and timely manner. We would highly recommend them to others.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$240
Mark R.
03/2014
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
Carl has been our internet person for almost 25 years. He has assisted us numerous times through the years with our small home based business computers as well as our personal computers. We have always been able to count on Carl to fix our various problems and advise us when it was time to replace computers and external hard drives. He is knowledgeable about numerous systems and able to efficiently deal with critical problems in an efficient and cost effective manner. We have recommended Carl to several people through the years and they are also now his satisfied clients. We highly recommend Carl to help with any computer issues.
Description of Work: Troubleshot Drobo drive system and assisted in ordering replacement for failed drive. Connected new computer to Internet and setup printer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Priscilla H.
08/2013
2.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
Because the computer remained very slow, and because the Computer Doctor suggested I get an Apple Computer, I ordered a new Macbook Air to replace it. After ordering the new computer, I started checking out the old one. Found out he had not erased any old temporary memory files or recycle or anything else associated with maintenance and that was the problem. I like my new Apple computer and it is a lot faster. However, the other computer is working fine now due to my own efforts, not the Computer Doctors. I am not a computer expert. Yet, I accomplished more on my own than with his expertise. He was reasonably polite and courteous. However, he was not knowledgeable and that was what I needed most. Fortunately, I am in a financial position where ordering a new, but unnecessary, computer was not oppressive. However, anyone not very secure financially would likely be annoyed at best. I would not call him again.
Description of Work: I was having problems with extreme computer slowness. He essentially removed some programs that I did not need and took all of my photos and videos off my computer after checking that they were indeed already on my external back-up drive, which they were, to reload into a new computer. He said my computer was outdated and worthless. He also removed my printer somehow which resulted in my not being able to print from the computer. He could not get it back on. When he left, the computer was still slow and the printer was not engaged. I managed to re-install the printer myself.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$120
Georgette F.
04/2013
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
I've had very good service on both occasions. When I called, he called me back right away within 24 hours. He usually comes within a 48-hour period from my original phone call. He is good at diagnosing the problem and repairing it promptly. I would us him again without hesitation and I would recommend him without hesitation.
Description of Work: I've used the services of The Computer Doctor twice.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
sylvia S.
07/2010
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
I called in the morning and ''the doctor" came in the afternoon. He was very knowledgeable and seem familiar with my problem . He was also able to download some Microsoft updates I was having problems downloading. He gave me some tips on computer maintenance and suggested some programs to keep my computer free of spyware. He charges $80 an hour, but since he was here awhile longer the bill was $100. I would definitely call him again. If you are having computer problems call the 'Doctor"
Description of Work: I was having trouble downloading Adobe Reader. I went to the support link at Adobe's website and tried to follow the directions. Since my knowledge of the computer is limited to turning it on and browsing the internet the instructions were beyond me. I realized I was going to need outside help. After consulting Angie's list I decided to call The Computer Doctor.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Mike Z.
06/2010
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
Very professional. Always looking out for the amount of the bill. Communicating all along. Friendly and helpful. Tells in advance how much and how long. Comes to your home, goes right to work and lets you know what is going on. Came back and did additional work at no extra charge. At a time when we have come to expect not so great service, this was a very positive experience. I can recomend this business without reserve.
Description of Work: Repair software issues on my laptop computer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
MAUREEN S.
12/2008
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
It is refreshing and reassuring to know a computer professional will make a "house call" and do the required repair in a timely fashion. Who says doctors don't make house calls anymore?
Description of Work: The computer in our home didn't turn on after a power outage. A call to the Computer Doctor solved our problems with a replacement of the power supply.
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FAQ
THE COMPUTER DOCTOR is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
THE COMPUTER DOCTOR accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, THE COMPUTER DOCTOR offers free project estimates.
No, THE COMPUTER DOCTOR does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, THE COMPUTER DOCTOR does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, THE COMPUTER DOCTOR offers emergency services.
No, THE COMPUTER DOCTOR does not offer warranties.
THE COMPUTER DOCTOR offers the following services: The Computer Doctor is in! We specialize in small business and home repairs, networks, installations, and upgrades. Based in Crown Point, we travel to you covering Lake and Porter counties! We work with all computer systems including Windows and Mac. Software and hardware, we are the ones to call with questions when you want a honest and thorough answer! A brand new service offered is our Remote Computer Maintenance Service. Call The Computer Doctor for details on this great new program!
We do not specialize in website or programming aspects, instead, referring these situations to highly recommended companies we work with routinely.