Brian Cherry retired from his position at Microsoft, to start Computer RX in 2005. He has over a decade of experience in the computer service industry, and has proven his problem solving skills, premium customer service, and personal attention has Brian the “Go to Guy”, for more than 150 clients in the Rhode Island & Southern Massachusetts area.
Business highlights
20 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Computer desktop and laptop repairs. Small business services including servers. Wireless networking, general IT troubleshooting.
.We were very pleased with Brian's work. We found him prompt, efficient and knowledgeable. He completed his work in just under an hour . Great experience and would definitely use again.
Description of Work: set-up residential wireless access for printers and home media
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
Peter S.
02/2013
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
He came in and had him do a complete makeover on my computer, was very honest and a great listner, he was quick at resolving at what I needed done.
Description of Work: I had the computer rebuilt including replacing motherboard, hard drive
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
$400
Vincent L.
02/2013
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
My laptop would not boot up and I called Brian to ask him what might be the issue. I explained what was happening to my computer and he was very patient in listing possible reasons and solutions for the problem. I was concerned about my files being lost and decided to take my laptop to Brian's office. He was immediately able to access my hard drive and back up all of my files. He was very knowledgeable and clearly answered any questions I had regarding my laptop. He performed a full check of my system and was able to restore my laptop to it's original condition. Brian also made several recommendations on how I can easily improve its performance by installing new parts myself, which would be less costly, and he continued to answer computer questions I had. Overall, the service, expertise, and cost that was provided was great, especially when compared to other computer repair shops I had researched. Brian will give you different options to choose from, he's knowledgeable and patient, will not pressure you and he won't sell you anything you don't need. You'll definitely get excellent service and peace of mind.
Description of Work: Expert Professional Service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
raisa R.
01/2013
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
talked to brian on the phone, agreed i had to bring my pc to brian's. he found a malware problem. he cleaned it up and even installed a malware detector. and tuned up my pc. raisa
Description of Work: pc repair.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Margaret B.
12/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
After making my own unsuccessful attempts to fix my laptop, I contacted Brian (based on Angie's List reviews). He promptly got back to me on a Sunday night and would have started working via internet right then and there if there had not been a bad connection. Brian was very accommodating about meeting me for a pickup. He tried to pinpoint the issue, found malware and ended up having to reinstall the entire OS. He also reinstalled some of my software and took care of restoring the settings. I would not hesitate to recommend Computer RX.
Description of Work: Repair of laptop infected with malware.
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
Francesca C.
12/2012
4.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
He was unhurried and very patient with my questions. He took his time looking at my computer remotely. We left the conversation with the promise to do a follow-up. I still haven't made that second call due to complications in getting the software he recommended. Overall he seems like a very honest and informed incividual that really wants to help. I would recommend his services.
Description of Work: I bought a Angie's List Deal to get my computer cleaned up, and hopefully, make it function faster and better. I spoke to the owner of the company at length about what we could do to help my Macbook Pro (5 years old at time). He helped me by giving me advice as to the new software I needed for him to do a clean up job.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Henry R.
11/2012
3.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
called vendor and got returned call later next day and had no results from info given
Description of Work: Spoke over the phone with vendor but instructions he gave were not suceessful
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$35
David S.
11/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
I called Brian at his shop after I decided to retrieve my computer from the ganefs. He explained his services including his availability in the evening; advantage of having a business next door to his home. I arrived. He examined my computer. Replaced the defective part while I waited. I requested some additional work which he quickly performed as well.
Description of Work: My computer was not working properly and I had taken it into a "big box" office supply store for diagnosis. They did not perform the diagnosis; merely tried to sell me a new computer. I retrieved my computer and brought it to Brian. He immediately examined the computer to find that the problem was not any of the issues claimed by the office supply store. It was merely a $20 part which had gone bad and he replaced it with one he had on hand. I had him do some upgrade and general maintenance while he had my machine open. Fair price. Good work. In this high tech world, it is easy to get cheated when you do not have a high tech education. I am so thankful for honest people with his skills and knowledge.
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
$120
arlene J.
10/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Satisfactory Will use again as necessary His business card is on my refrigerator along with my plumber & electyrician.
Description of Work: Cleaned my pc of superfluous materials. Answered my questions.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
Elizabeth F.
09/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Great service, very knowledgeable and professional. Most of my cost was the great hard drive he aquired for me and that I agreed to. The service cost was more than reasonable. I would recommend Brian to anyone experiencing computer problems.
Description of Work: Brian recovered all of my data off a bad hard drive and rebuilt my system on a new hard drive. I thought I would lose months of information since my last backup but I didn't lose a thing.
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
$300
suzanne A.
08/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Got Computer RX reommendation from Angie's list. Needed help to clean malware off my computer since it kept redirecting me from any URL i typed in - and also wouldn't allow me to get to the anti-virus software site I was trying to get to to install. Brian was wonderful. Dropped if off on the 29th - was ready the next morning at 11am. He was VERY helpful and professional and gave me some good advice about buying a replacement battery for the laptop. Only caveat is that it was a little confusing to find #229 on Walcott Street (in Pawtucket, RI)Look for the little red building set way back in between 2 other houses which are addressed with a little higher numbers than #229! (I think 231? etc.)
Description of Work: Got Computer RX reommendation from Angie's list. Needed help to clean malware off my computer since it kept redirecting me from any URL i typed in - and also wouldn't allow me to get to the anti-virus software site I was trying to get to to install. Brian was wonderful. Dropped if off on the 29th - was ready the next morning at 11am. He was VERY helpful and professional and gave me some good advice about buying a replacement battery for the laptop. Only caveat is that it was a little confusing to find #229 on Walcott Street (in Pawtucket, RI) Look for the little red building set way back in between 2 other houses which are addressed with a little higher numbers than #229! (I think 231? etc.)
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
Michael G.
08/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Never gave up till it was complete, day and night.
Description of Work: Repair and restore.
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
$500
Gene C.
07/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Once I purchased the services of Computer RX , I called to set up an appointment. I had to leave a voice mail message, but it was answered the same day if memory serves. The person who owns the business was the person I spoke to and he was pleasant and professional. We set a date for the service and he explained we would be doing the work remotely. On the date we selected, at the agreed upon time, he called. He walked me through the process of connecting my computer to his and in seconds we were connected. I stayed on the phone talking with him when necessary, and watched as he went through my computer at an amazing pace. He asked questions when he needed information, explained what he was doing when I asked, and never got cross with me or my computer. He was professional from start to finish. He actually spent a few minutes over the hour I had paid for, but when I offered to pay him for those extra minutes he declined. He only asked that I tell my friends and associates about him because his business came primarily from word of mouth. Well, to anyone who reads this, please consider it my "Word of Mouth" and use Computer RX. In my opinion, You won't regret it. In fact I am about to call him again because something new and exciting has managed to worm its' way in to my computer again and is causing some problems.
Description of Work: Cleaned up my PC by getting rid of viruses, cookies, unnecessary programs, unnecessary program starts when turning on the computer, suggesting protection programs to use in the future.
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
$39
Betty G.
06/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
He is great. His garage his tuned into his office connecting to his house. You go there sometimes, and he is very personable. There are three people in there. You are happy to wait and look around at other things in there. He is nice and friendly, and he is teaching you too. He will also come to your house and pick up if you want.
Description of Work: I used Computer RX in April. My sister had a computer with bugs running across. She had it cleaned overall and virus protection installed.
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
Donna L.
06/2012
4.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
The provider is very responsive and prompt. He did what he could to my computer remotely and was able to describe what he needed me to do very clearly. I had a positive experience and the only reason he got a B is because I was looking to clear up a specific problem (high CPU usage) and he was not able to do that for me....but so far no one has been able to.
Description of Work: Cleaned up the hard drive of my computer remotely
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$35
Deborah I.
06/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
I cannot think of a time that we had to call Brian back for the same problem. If he cannot fix the problem remotely he will come to you if you are unable to bring your computer to him, which he has done many times for me. He is easy to talk to and makes sure you understand what he is doing. I call him for advice aswell and is always will to lend and ear.
Description of Work: Brian has done many repairs on all of our computers. There have been many times I called brian in a panic and he always takes controll of the computer and offten fixes the problems without me having to bring it to him. He goes places in that machine i never knew were there. He is quick, resonable, and knows what he is doing.
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
Peter R.
05/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Brian is a real Gyro Gearloose (an extreme compliment!) He works out of an old garage stacked floor to ceiling with parts. (And, warning, his place in Pawtucket, RI, can be hard to find if you don't know the area.) But he is direct, diagnosed my problem (which turned out to be not severe, and external to the computer), and had it ready for me to pick up in less than 24 hours. And he charged about 1/3 of what a major chain would have charged for a bench fee. I cannot recommend him highly enough, and thank Angie's for listing him.
Description of Work: My computer had an undefined problem, which might have been very severe. I needed a serviceable machine immediately. I called him on Tuesday afternoon, dropped my machine off on Wednesday, had it back by 4:00 Thursday.
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
Betty G.
03/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
He is still well connected with me after the sale. I was satisfied with the work they did. I would use them again in the future if I needed to.
Description of Work: I had a computer bug problem fixed by Brian Cherry of Computer RX.
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
Lauralynn K.
02/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
This was my first time using Computer Rx and I couldn't have been more impressed! I checked Angie's List for a PC Specialist when my PC picked up a virus last weekend and I gave Brian a call. Same day he picked up my drive, fixed and cleaned it, returning it the next day. He also spent quite a bit of time reviewing my system, making sure all was in working order...even making some improvements. Quite the professional!
Description of Work: Removed spyware from my PC and cleaned it. Fine tuned my existing environment, as my PC is four years old.
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
Janice B.
02/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Excellent overall. Easy to schedule and the work was exactly what was needed.
Description of Work: Our computer was updated with security software and analyzed for efficiency. An excellent experience.
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
$39
Jeffrey H.
02/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
I?m a problem-solver, and I expect those who perform services for me to be of the same ilk. This is where Brian excels. He?ll do extensive research to get to the bottom of a problem. For over the course of a year, I would constantly get blue screens and the computer would freeze. Since Brian didn?t install new software (other than Windows 7), I thought it was a hardware problem or one of my XP programs. Over the course of a year, Brian would take over my computer remotely and try to solve the issue. We were both frustrated because we couldn?t find the source of the problem, but Brian persevered. Most contractors would have given up or started charging a consulting fee, but not this perfectionist. Without boring you, here?s how the problem was discovered: One day the computer froze and I heard a humming sound from my speakers. I recorded how my computer and peripherals were set-up and sent the video to Brian. He found the problem instantly! My rather large battery back-up was situated right next to the CPU. I had thought it was shielded from interfering with the computer, but I was mistaken. As soon as I placed the battery about two feet away, the problem was fixed. I have had my computer on continuously for the past five days without freezing or getting any blue screens. Brian Cherry bent over backwards as I would have done for any one of my customers. I am more than happy to highly recommend Brian Cherry and RX Computer for new builds, upgrades, and repairs.
Description of Work: Towards the end of 2010, I was in desperate need of a new CPU, so I naturally browsed Angie’s List for a reputable builder. From the glowing reviews I read about Brian Cherry and RX Computer, it was an easy choice. I wanted the absolute best components on the market and Windows 7 (upgrading from Windows XP), and Brian made excellent recommendations, even the CPU case was beautiful and well-made. Probably the greatest strength of this individual is his ability to communicate. When I was ready for Brian to build the CPU, I had absolutely no reservations that this was the person to put it all together.
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
$780
Adrienne D.
02/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
Brian was a lifesaver! Our kids had knocked our laptop off the desk and we couldn't see anything on the screen. I called the place we bought it and they were no help. They told me to call HP which offered to reapir it for more than we'd spent on the computer!!! Brian talked to my husband several times on the phone (on a Sunday) getting all the correct info. We dropped it off the next day. Fast repair and great communication. Will be using him again in the future.
Description of Work: Fixed broken laptop screen (and insured nothing else was broken).
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
Ellen E.
02/2012
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
This was a great experience, as I didn't even have to leave my home. My computer was running well, but very slowly, and as Brian did his thing (while I watched) he answered my questions and addressed any concerns. He was able to speed things up and give me some advice, which I shall follow. This is a wonderful service.
Description of Work: Brian performed a remote computer tume-up.
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
$39
Sandra J.
12/2011
5.0
computer repair
+ -1 more
It couldn't have gone better, less than 24 hours from calling Brian to his returning with the freshly scrubbed computer. He was punctual, professional and cheerful, even under my barrage of stunningly ignorant questions. It's such a relief to have a resource like Computer Rx nearby.
Description of Work: Malware invaded my computer, which Brian removed as well as cleaning out years of dust and installing a program that detects malware . He picked up the computer , delivered it back, hooked it up again and then checked to make sure everything was working well.
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
Kevin A.
12/2011
5.0
computer repair, internet service
+ 0 more
It was a very pleasant experience considering I don't know squat about computers.I told him that and he said no problem, He took over the controls as I watched and listened on the phone.He completely cleaned my computer and deleted things I didn't need.
Description of Work: I called the company to set up a appointment and he called back the same day.I went on line and he gave me a code so he could access my computer via his office in Rhode Island, While still on the phone with him he completely cleaned my computer and answered any questions.Great guy,I would and will use his services again.It took about 1 enjoyable hour.
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FAQ
Computer RX is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Computer RX accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Computer RX offers the following services: Computer desktop and laptop repairs. Small business services including servers. Wireless networking, general IT troubleshooting.