Your Parents' IT Guy

$55

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Desktop or laptop

Responds in about 4 hours

Introduction: Hey, I'm Erik, Your Parents' IT Guy! I'm here to fix any of your tech issues in the home or business. Not feeling tech-savvy? Have a loved one who needs a hand? Lack the time to work on something yourself? I'm your solution. I provide the following services: -Printer setup and troubleshooting -PC and Mac computer troubleshooting -Hardware troubleshooting -Software updates -Antivirus/malware scanning -Smart home and security setup/troubleshooting -WiFi / networking setup -VOIP setup -Cord-cutting -TV and streaming device setup (no mounting) Firestick / Roku / Google streaming devices Blink and Ring devices And much more! If you can name it, I can likely resolve it or find someone who can. I'm friendly, patient, don't upsell you, and I am happy to educate you how things work before I leave!

Overview

Hired 9 times

Serves Carlsbad, CA

Background checked

1 employee

1 year in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and value.

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Helen Y.

3 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

I just relocated to the Carlsbad area and am a senior woman. I needed my printer hooked up to my computer, my DVD players set up and my Alexa dot set up. Erik did it all for me and explained to me how to use my TV remote to get to my DVD player. He is fast, answers quickly and professional. I will use him again. Call if you need any IT work. Great job!

Details: Desktop printer • HP

Printer and Copier Repair

Benetta M.

3 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

This IT professional responded very fast and gave me some great advice through the Thumbtack app. He was very enthusiastic and helpful! I would recommend him especially to seniors and will be hiring him to help me with my wifi very soon.

Details: PC • Laptop • Computer not turning on • My home, venue, etc.

Computer Repair

Trisha B.

1 day ago

It was an absolutely wonderful experience. What I was most impressed by is how fast he was able to solve issues. We went from television to computer to printer and we had time left over to make the tablet easier to use. He also wore a mask because we asked him; we have someone immunocompromised in the household.

Marianne Z.

Apr 18, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Erik is still helping with my issues but I am very pleased with what he is doing for me so far. He is very much focused on fixing my issue but saving me money at the same time which I like very much. He is great to work with and is resolving my issues. I would highly recommend his service.

Details: PC • Laptop • Slow computer performance • My home, venue, etc.

Your Parents' IT Guy's reply

thank you for your business, Marianne!

Computer Repair

Daniel J.

Apr 13, 2023

I’m usually the go-to for my mom when it comes to tech stuff, but the other day, I was up in LA and could not get to her in time to fix her wifi and computer failures so I gave Erik a call and he promptly came by and fixed everything and more. His rate was very reasonable and he was very personable. Best of all, my mom keeps raving how awesome of a job he did so I’m pretty sure I can just call Erik from now on, instead of being 24/7 tech support for my parents, so I think this is a win for everybody. 10/10 would use again.

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Erik Hyrkas

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have flat rates for specific services. In the end, I'm usually more affordable than the big guys. I also won't upsell you.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Tell me your problem and then we can work on a solution! Email/phone/text to start. Happy to come in person if you need onsite support in the Socal area.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have over a decade of experience tinkering and fixing computers, smartphones, networking equipment, streaming devices, televisions, Windows/iOS problems, etc. I'm also equipped to do data backup/recovery, anti-virus/malware scan and removal.

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