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About
“If it’s broke, then bring it to M.E.!”
From slow computers to full custom builds, Max Effort delivers expert PC repair, installation, system construction, and consultation. Whether you’re upgrading your home setup or troubleshooting your business tech, bring performance back to your machine—fast.
✔ Diagnostics & Repairs
✔ Custom Builds & Upgrades
✔ Honest Work, Fair Pricing
Follow the redline to reliability.
MAX EFFORT – Built. Tuned. Repaired. Right.
Please Note: Thumbtack estimates are preliminary and may not include all applicable fees or project-specific costs. For the most accurate pricing, please request a detailed quote based on your specific needs.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 257 times
Serves Cortaro, AZ
Background checked
2 employees
3 years in business
Business hours
This pro hasn't listed their business hours.
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, and PayPal.
Top Pro status
Top Pros are among the highest-rated, most popular professionals on Thumbtack.
2025
Services offered
Computer issue
Computer type
PC
Mac (Apple)
Desktop or laptop
Desktop
Laptop
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
80 reviews
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Patricia b.
2 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Max spoke my language - no fancy computer talk. Was able to figure to figure the issues out quickly. Offered helpful advise, was extremely fair with what he charged ! I’ll certainly have him back if I have anymore problems! He was patient & exceedingly kind
Details: Mac (Apple) • Laptop • Troubleshooting needed to determine issue • My home, venue, etc.
Computer Repair
Sal S.
Apr 26, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
The problem was solved quickly. A snag occurred afterwards but was able to troubleshoot to restore things back to normal. Thank you.
Details: Mac (Apple) • Laptop • Troubleshooting needed to determine issue • My home, venue, etc.
Max Effort's reply
YW Sal!
Computer Repair
Patti T.
Mar 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Max came to Scottsdale to fix my computer issues. He lives in Tucson, but I thought he was local. He is a delightful young man and was so very kind as well as thoughtful! Great Job fixing my computer and printer issues!!!! Highly recommend his services!!
Details: PC • Laptop • Troubleshooting needed to determine issue • My home, venue, etc.
Max Effort's reply
We don't turn customers away here!
Computer Repair
Joshua R.
1 month ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Max was quick to get over here and got the repair done very fast on my ASUS ROG Zephryus/4070. 100 out of 10 highly recommend Max Effort!
Details: PC • Laptop • Troubleshooting needed to determine issue • My home, venue, etc.
Max Effort's reply
We are as pleased as you are!
Computer Repair
Aiden L.
Aug 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
He was quick and professional when assessing my computer in person and answered any questions I had promptly while my computer was being diagnosed offsite. Would recommend.
Details: PC • Desktop • System error or blue screen • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Max Effort's reply
Too kind!
Computer Repair
Credentials
Background Check
Max Klinkoski
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Flat fee and hourly depending on the job, some requests just don't fit neatly in a single category.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Get an idea of what you need done, get a date/time/location set, and have you fill out a necessary paperwork in the interim.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Your friends, neighbors, local shop owners...the people you know and care about are my kind of customers.