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Computers Simplified

Computer Repair, Computer Training

About us

If you feel you are not up to speed with your PC, then call me. I will personally come to your home or business and work with your needs and help you to gain the knowledge you need to feel more comfortable with your computer. I not only have expertise with customer service but I also have over 23 years of hands on experience and training. I began working on computers as a necessity to get the job done, while in the Air National Guard. When others could not answer the question, "How do you make it work?" I figured it out. After many career changes in the military I was put into the Computer Field because I had the persistence and patience to make things work. Then of course, I was sent to many technical training courses to get "Certified". But that was after spending years rescuing software and computers for many employees. I have also created and maintained multiple websites. I was in charge of computer security and network security, in the military. It is my goal "not to wipe your hard drive and start over". My goal is to clean and train you how to maintain your computer. And at the same time, keep your computer secure so that "your" documents, pictures, music etc. stay yours. I will teach you how to do all of the above with a smile and positive attitude. Cost is by the hour.

Business highlights

14 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Desktop or laptop evaluation, Windows 8 simplified, virus and spyware removal, security and performance, computer tune-up, printer, technology consultation & software training.

Services we don't offer

Hardware Repair.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.514 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
7%
3
0%
2
0%
1
14%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-14 of 14 reviews

stan P.
04/2015
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: set up new 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
$115

Mary W.
11/2013
1.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Why are you asking me to fill out a form for some one who supposedly isn't on your list?
Description of Work: Work on a computer and complain that she wasn't a member of Angies List

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
punctuality
5.0

$100

Response from Computers Simplified
I was called out to work on one computer and she showed me 4 with cords and monitors everywhere. She had a coupon that I was unaware of and wanted all of them worked on for $58. I charge $65 an hour so I acknowledged the coupon but told her that would be for 1 hour not all of her computers. Spent 1 1/2 hours for her $58 coupon. That is why she was not satisfied.

Mary Anna V.
11/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Debi returned our call promptly and set up a service appointment for the next day. She arrived on time and got to work immediately She knows her stuff and was able to explain to me what she was doing and why. Very personable..
Description of Work: Debi checked our laptop for viruses and got rid of them, She also deleted the security software that was not performing and provided us with one that does. She also cleaned up our desktop and explained what we needed to do to keep our system healthy

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
$65

Helen L W.
07/2013
4.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
She was really nice and knew what she was doing. She came when she said she would.
Description of Work: Cleaned computer and taught me some things

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$120

Linda G.
04/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
When calling Debi Ann, owner of Computers Simplified, you may at first get a recording with a soothing voice - a voi8ce appreciated when going thru a computer crises. Your call will be answered promptly. But when she is fixing your computer, she is obsessive, energetic, full of wit and knows her job better than other techs I have experienced (and paying an hourly rate of $79 - $90 for those guys). It has been a week, my computer works perfectly and I am so amazed and pleased!
Description of Work: My computer had 2 uninvited anti virus programs, the paid for one, Norton 360 (renewed for $79 2 months ago) was not helping, Windows 7 start up would go into repair mode and refmain un repaired, Netflix was not loading properly, there were many pop ups and a very slow computer. Debi Ann, owner of Computers Simplified, fixed this mess - a mess worsening as I allowed it to go on for 2 months. Also she installed, for free, an anti virus - all this for only $65.

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
$65

Mike H.
04/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
When I was ready to file my tax return, I tried to check my firewall but my Norton Security Suite wouldn't respond, I contacted Norton tech support and spent over 3 hours talking to 3 people the first night and another couple of hours the next time. Over that period, I lost the network and internet capability on my computer and then, finally, my keyboard. I was dead in the water. So I contacted Debi, who was on another call but she said she could come the next day and, sure enough, was right on time. She spent 2 hours eliminating the malware which had somehow gotten past Norton and was gradually turning off all my computer's functions. Then she cleaned up the registry and we got rid of a lot of old stuff which hadn't been used in years. She managed to restore my computer to working condition in a couple of hours and was worth every penny it cost!
Description of Work: Booted computer from thumb drive. Scanned and eliminated viruses and malware. Ran diagnostic software and turned on functions which had been disabled. Cleaned out old unneeded applications. Installed new antivirus software.

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
$117

Noreen B.
02/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
She was on time and had all of my concerns cleared up in a very short period of time and also gave me some great tips. She was excellent will definetly use her again as she was much cheaper and friendlier then the geek squad.
Description of Work: I was having wifii connection problems which she cleared up in a very short period of time and also made some changes to my desk top and security software.

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
$65

Isa M.
01/2013
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
GREAT CHOICE. DEBBIE HAS A SUPER PERSONALITY AND REALLY KNOWS WHAT SHE IS DOING. NOT ONLY DID SHE SOLVE ALL MY PROBLEMS IN A LITTLE OVER AN HOUR. BY WATCHING AND BEING ABLE TO ASK QUESTIONS I LEARNED A FEW BETTER WAYS TO USE MY COMPUTER. THAT WAS GREAT SINCE I AM A SENIOR CITIZEN WITH VERY LITTLE COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE. I AM 100% HAPPY AND WILL GO BACK TO HER SHOULD THE NEED ARISE.
Description of Work: HAVING HAD MY COMPUTER REPAIRED 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 12 MONTH PERIOD IN A LOCAL SHOP, I DECIDED TO JOIN ANGIES LIST, CHECKED THEIR REVIEWS AND PICKED COMPUTERS SIMPLIFIED.

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
$65

Nancy M.
03/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
See previous explanation
Description of Work: This wasn't an actual service reference. But I wanted to give Debi an A+ for customer service. I have a problem with a hard drive and given all my personal information, I'm not willing to give it to just anyone. Debi talked to me about what was going on and referred me to a fellow geek who specializes in hardware. She is obviously very knowledgeable about technology and was upfront about her ability to fix this problem. If I have software or training needs I will definitely use this company. Good job!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Bryan C.
02/2012
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
She is excellent. She is extremely educated on software. The geeks at Best Buy weren't able to fix my computer. She fixed mine without any problems.
Description of Work: She fixed my computer for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

Bill & Ramona P.
01/2012
1.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
When I first found Computers Simplified, it was after hours and I was looking at Debi's website. I tried reaching her via the CONTACT form on the site since it was so late. I waited a few days and there was no return call or email. I called and left a message. A few days later, I was back on her site to get her contact information again and sent in another request to call me via the CONTACT form. There has been no response in the 2 1/2 weeks I have been trying to reach her to use her services. I guess it is better to find out now that she is hard, if not impossible to get in touch with.
Description of Work: I purchased an Angie's List Gift Subscription for my parents who live in Salem, so we could have access to Salem services for them. They needed their home computer checked out for viruses and then virus protection installed and just an overall clean up.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Computers Simplified
I never received anything from the contact form, I will verify that it is working. I would have responded within 8 hours after receiving an email. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Kay H.
07/2011
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Wonderful service
Description of Work: Helped get new computer running, Performed over and above expected service.

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
$140

BARBARA M.
05/2011
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
Debbie arrived exactly on time. She was profressionally dressed and very friendly. She immedietly went our computer and asked what the problem was. She started work immediately. She told us what she was doing and the results. When she saw a problem she explained it and fixed it. :My husband sat in on the session and he said he understood a lot more about the computer than he had before. She visited some but did not charge us for the visiting time. We really liked her. A single woman would feel comfortable and safe with her.
Description of Work: Debbie (the Queen Geek) came to our home and got our printer to print after I had tried other services. She also cleaned out many viruses and told us what to do and what not to do to avoid getting more viruses. I learned a great deal from her and she will definitely be the first one I will call the next time I have a problem or just need some training to do more with my computer. She charges by the hour but she got a great deal done in that hour. It was the best value for $50 I have ever received.

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
$50

Bryan C.
03/2011
5.0
computer repair
  + -1 more
They were very good. This is the third time we have used them. I would recommend them to others. They come out to the house and offer a senior discount.
Description of Work: They came over and fixed our computers and made some updates to them. They also gave us some important tips on keeping the computers up to standard.

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
$125

    Contact information

    923 Hawaii St SE, Salem, OR 97317

    http://www.ComputersSimplified.net

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Computer Repair,
    Computer Training

    FAQ

    Computers Simplified is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    Computers Simplified accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, Computers Simplified offers free project estimates.
    No, Computers Simplified does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Computers Simplified does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Computers Simplified does not offer emergency services.
    No, Computers Simplified does not offer warranties.
    Computers Simplified offers the following services: Desktop or laptop evaluation, Windows 8 simplified, virus and spyware removal, security and performance, computer tune-up, printer, technology consultation & software training.
    Hardware Repair.

    Contact information

    923 Hawaii St SE, Salem, OR 97317

    http://www.ComputersSimplified.net

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed