Your Parents' IT Guy

$55

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Desktop or laptop

Responds within a day

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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 38 times

2 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

1 employee

2 years in business

Business hours

Sun6:00 pm - 11:59 pmMon6:00 pm - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

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

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Daniel F.

1 month ago

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Erik was very patient considering my scant internet / computer expertise. He explained the procedure so that I was able to digest what was happening. A very personable guy.

Details: Personal (Home) • Technology support • Router • My home, venue, etc.

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John M.

Nov 18, 2024

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Details: Desktop printer • Canon

Printer and Copier Repair

Janet B.

Jul 29, 2024

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Eric was very professional, easy to talk with, and does quality. work. He fixed my printer in no time. Now, I am back in business. I will call again for my computer that has a few issues. Thank you, Eric! Kin Regards, Janet B.

Details: Desktop printer • HP

Printer and Copier Repair

Martha R.

3 weeks ago

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Erik was exceptional, timely, good value for the money set everything up. I would definitely use them again and refer him to friends.

Details: Desktop printer • HP

Printer and Copier Repair

Mark Z.

Mar 30, 2025

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Awesome person to do computer business with yes I would have him back over and over again

Details: Personal (Home) • Network setup and installation • Router • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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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.

Your Parents' IT Guy

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