Geek Choice, is the number one choice for onsite computer service in the Greater Boston Area. We also provided Remote Service Nationwide! At Geek Choice the number one goal is to help you. Our experienced and certified technicians are available 7 days a week to resolve issues as simple as helping you get the most out of your PC or as complex setting up a business network. Not sure if you need a geek? If your computer has any of the following problems, we can help:, Slow computer, Computer startup problems, Scanner not working, Printer not printing, Virus or Spyware, Not connecting to the Internet, or the "blue screen of death". Additional phone- 617-778-2302, 617-262-2626. Additional DBA - Computer Geeks.
Business highlights
28 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Wireless network setup. Data backup. Recovery. Video cards. Hard drives. iPad, iPhone & home entertainment setup.
They did a good job remotely cleaning up and speeding up PC
Description of Work: Remote clean up of PC
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Monique T.
04/2017
5.0
computer repair
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This company has been very responsive to my requests (always on a deadline to get papers done for school) and they are prompt.
Description of Work: Virus removal and clean up. Computer running slow, and annoying pop-ups.
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
$150
Anita S.
01/2017
5.0
computer repair
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Person came over, very polite and professional.
Description of Work: Computer was being slow and weird.
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
Stephen C.
10/2016
5.0
computer repair
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It was fine. It was a remote service. There were no additional charges.
Description of Work: I purchased a big deal for Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service. They scanned our computer. They checked if there were viruses or malware.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Liddy C.
10/2016
1.0
home theater design
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No show two times in a row. Same excuse, the technician has an emergency, cannot make it. Left a message but no one in the office got the message to call me and let me know.
Description of Work: Computer restore and windows upgrade
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Arnette B.
09/2016
1.0
computer repair
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The first time they came out, they charged me $300 and a few days later I noticed that it still wasn't working. I called them to let them know and they sent a different technician to try to resolve the issue. I was charged another $100 and my computer still isn't working. I called them a second time and they told me they would not refund my money.
Description of Work: I hired them to repair my computer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0
$400
William R.
08/2016
1.0
computer repair
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The appointment was scheduled for 1 PM on August 24 and when the technician did not show I called the company to find out what was going on. I was told that there was a personal emergency and the appointment was rescheduled for August 25 at 10 AM. When the technician did not show again I called the company again and cancelled the appointment. These guys are not dependable.
Description of Work: I needed someone to come to my office to help me with the technical issue on my computer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Kimberley K.
08/2016
2.0
computer repair
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The first thing that the technician told me was that he wasn't sure he could help me. Then he kept insisting that the problems I was having were caused by extensions I had on Chrome (they weren't as I removed/deactivated them, and am having the same problems). He ran a free online scan only - nothing professional - and told me to repeat it later, which I did. He also hung up saying he would call me back when the scan was done, but apparently was checking or doing some things on my computer remotely, but I don't know what they were. He never called back to check if the problems were resolved, and I'm not convinced he has the products or skills necessary to resolve the problems I'm having.
Description of Work: The deal was supposed to include the following: Fully-managed antivirus and malware protection package with tune-up for PC 100% fully managed antivirus/malware protection No software or hardware to purchase ever again Never worry about antivirus or malware again No additional software required for purchase Fully-managed solution by a live person 24 hours/365 days available Tune-up includes checking all hardware specific specs, searching for and eliminating any viruses/malware/spyware, updates to out of date software, clearing junk files to free up additional storage space, disabling unneeded start-up applications to increase speed, updating all device drivers, cleaning up web browsers (such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, etc.) to remove malicious add-ons, perform a specialized defrag to speed up hard drive access times Most of this was not done; the only software used was malware-specific and a cleanup of files (which I'd already done myself). There was no hardware checking, device driver updating, defrag, and there is obviously some kind of virus or something causing the same issues - slow downs, black screens, videos not playing, etc. that I am still experiencing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$79
Anita S.
07/2016
5.0
computer repair
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Geek Choice showed up friendly, professional, helpful. He checked for viruses, found a Trojan horse. He explained all the steps, installed some software, made recommendations. All's well, we're happy. Would hire again.
Description of Work: PC was running slow and noisy.
The service went well and I learned about productivity monitoring software because of Geek Choice?s technician.
Description of Work: These guys installed monitoring software on my workstations at my office. I need to keep an eye on how my employees use their time and what a great way.
Went just great, no complaints, tech was early in fact.
Description of Work: I needed translation packages installed before going on a long trip and Mike did this for me just great. Thank you Geek Choice, I will use you again.
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
$180
Monique T.
07/2016
5.0
computer repair
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Raymond came and asked what my issues were with the computer, listened to all my complaints. I explained about needing one virus software for work (encryption) and one for my computer's needs. He began by checking all the usual sites of issues, ran a virus scan product or two and determined that my issues were not viral related (yeah) but mostly overloaded with add-ons from several companies/sites. Those got cleared out/removed, he made my home page much more user friendly for me, and explained tons of questions that I had about 'why this, why that, how this, etc.' He made sure that at start-up, the computer wasn't bogged down, and by then there was already a big improvement. He changed my search engine from one that had been installed when I bought it but didn't know enough to change it. I now know how to use either of the browser options. He found documents that I knew were "in the cloud storage' but couldn't find (yes, I know, I'm one of those who wonders which cloud my stuff is in). Raymond also set up my external hard drive so I could have yet another document storage location (to be really safe--especially since I still don't trust that cloud). So now, instead of a computer that froze every few minutes I have a computer that is working well and I can concentrate on typing my end-of-term paper and not worrying that the computer will shut down. Raymond was here about 90-105 minutes and the fee was very reasonable-- money well spent for what I got in return.
Description of Work: Diagnose why computer was operating slowly, search engines 'freezing' on a page or closing abruptly, installing an external hard drive for backup.
They came on the weekend of July 4th and saved me a lot of trouble. I will use them again.
Description of Work: The tech came out to our house on July 4th weekend and fixed my VPN. They charged normal rates. Nobody else was available that day. Geek Choice provides excellent service 7X a week.
The service was excellent and i would recommend them to anyone looking for a Geek. I feel much safer now with data backup and better wiring. I will do business again with you Geek Choice. Steve
Description of Work: Geek Choice repaired our cabling that was in our walls and deteriorating plus they backed up our entire home office.
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
$225
Mark S.
05/2016
5.0
computer repair
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The service call went great, Matt was very professional and even fixed issues on my smartphone so that it would finally sync with my work emails and documents.
Description of Work: Geek Choice setup my computer so that I could work remotely! I have tried to do this before I am good at medicine and work at MGH. My technician was Matt Gardner and he fixed other issues I didn’t even know about.
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
Response from Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
thank you for the kind words [Member Name Removed], Anytime you need help we will be there for you!
judith I.
05/2016
1.0
computer repair
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They agreed that I was being invaded by viruses, but said that they could not help me in any way, or in dealing wit any issue.
Description of Work: I called them because my computer had been invaded by viruses. I could not get through to certain sites and my emails were disappearing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
Response from Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
i am sorry if you had a poor experience but your issue looks like it requires an onsite visit, and you are far out of the coverage area of our company, since we are located in Boston, MA. I would ask you to consider this before giving out an F rating, just because of our location.
Marilyn O.
05/2016
5.0
computer repair
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My second appointment with Geek Choice in March went well. The phone call from the office to determine what I wanted to accomplish at the visit is a great idea. I would say that here is where Geek Choice can look for complications. For example, someone who's used a computer at work and at home may still be unaware of some basic ideas. For example, if a device is to be added, does it need to be charged, does the person have the correct cable or battery, etc. Young people know this; older people do not necessarily. The representative was courteous, knowledgeable, patient, and offered additional tips. He arrived within the time frame specified. I will contact Geek Choice again.
Description of Work: Set up a nanny cam hidden in a travel clock that I purchased beforehand to video anyone entering my home. The directions were poor but the camera was synced with the computer and seemed to work well. The next day I turned it on and it only recorded the first 3 minutes as I left the house. The camera failed to recycle itself in order to video someone entering or my return. I think the device was faulty. I phoned the manufacturer and they didn't help. Used an app to speed up computer response time. Downloaded a free home office package, word processing, excel, etc. (I don't use Microsoft).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Catherine T.
04/2016
5.0
computer repair
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It was great! They were awesome. It was handled very professionally. When I called, they gave me a time. The technician was going to be late and so they called ahead of time to let me know. He was very courteous and definitely knows his business. I was very pleased with him. They only charged me for half an hour. I called them, I didn't have a couple because I couldn't get online to get the Angie's List reservation but they gave me the discount anyway. They are really good. They are professional, service oriented and know their business. This is about the fourth time I have used them. I will use them forever.
Description of Work: I couldn't get my computer to turn on. The technician came in and he had all the stuff that he needed to go in and make the diagnostics. Within half an hour, he had it up and running.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$47.5
Response from Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
Thank you for the kind words, We are always here when you need us!
George B.
04/2016
5.0
computer repair
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Very good phone person who understood and led me to the solution.
Description of Work: over the phone guided me through solving computer issue.
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
$89
Response from Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
Great to hear! Thank you for the feedback, if you need anything, let us know
Andrew W.
03/2016
5.0
computer repair
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I had spent several frustrated days trying to fix two computer problems, and finally gave up and called Geek Choice. Matt arrived at my doorstep about 2 hours later (not making this up), and had both problems solved in about an hour (not making that up either). Both problems resisted his early solutions, but he was cheerfully determined to make things right, and was effectively inventive in doing so. (How to make my printer work with Windows 10? Install the Windows 7 Driver instead...) In addition to his technical competence, Matt gets high points for his professionalism, and his communication. He never made me feel foolish, and was always genial.
Description of Work: Matt fixed both a software and a hardware problem on my home computer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Response from Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
Great to hear [Member Name Removed], we try to be quick in getting out to see you, as we know your time is valuable
Robert L.
02/2016
3.0
computer repair
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He charged a $50 fee for coming out and the deal said his service was $95 an hour. The technician did not know anything about the deal. They charged a $100 an hour, but did take off the $50 fee. They called but did not change the per hour rate to $95.
Description of Work: Computer service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$135
Peter M.
01/2016
3.0
computer repair
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I couldn't make a connection with them and they were very uncooperative. I think what happened was they couldn't schedule me until way down the road and I had a problem that I had to have resolved. It was one of those things where they got too many responses and they were all booked up. I had to use somebody else and never got back with them. They couldn't accommodate a reasonable time frame.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
Response from Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
there is no way this is true, we GUARANTEE SERVICE within 24 hours of your phone call to our service. All you have to do is call and book an appointment. There is no way couldnt accommodate you in a reasonable amount of time
ROD W.
11/2015
4.0
computer repair
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They were a little slow on replying to my inquiries, sometimes several days. My laptop was returned fully functional, but covered with dust. I had to clean it when I received it. They did more than I asked by replacing the motherboard, where I thought that they would only repair the DC jack (my laptop wouldn't charge after buying a new battery and a new AC adapter).
Description of Work: I sent my laptop in to get the DC jack repaired. Geek Choice found that there was a bad component on the motherboard. They replaced the motherboard with out additional cost!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Kathleen T.
10/2015
4.0
computer repair
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The service was fine but they did have to cancel and reschedule the appointment.
Description of Work: I purchased a deal for one hour of on-site computer services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Betsy B.
09/2015
5.0
computer repair
 + -1 more
Internet provider couldn't figure it out, IT professional son couldn't figure it out. Turned out it was a Windows update that screwed it up, and Geek Choice guy figured this out and fixed it.
Description of Work: My computer stopped connecting to the internet for 10 days.
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FAQ
Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service does not offer free project estimates.
No, Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service offers emergency services.
No, Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service does not offer warranties.
Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service offers the following services: Wireless network setup. Data backup. Recovery. Video cards. Hard drives. iPad, iPhone & home entertainment setup.