Sarasota Home Computers

It can be frustrating when your computer is not working. It can be even more frustrating when you're not sure why it's not working. Don't want to go through the hassle of packing up your computer & taking it to the local repair shop?

Let us help! We can come on-site and diagnose your computer problem and explain to you the options for getting your system up and running as quickly as possible. Within the first 1/2 hour on site we can usually determine.

Whether the issue that your computer is having is hardware or software related.
An an accurate maximum time estimate needed to repair your system.
Whether or not parts are needed to complete the repair and estimate what the cost of those parts might be.

The electronic equivalent to a Tune-up! Our maintenance package includes:

* Clean dust & debris which has accumulated inside your computer case and fans
* Clearing of cache, temporary files and registry
* Defragmentation of your disk drive
* Removal of unused software that may slow down your PC
* Installation of Windows updates
* Update to existing anti-virus or anti-spyware software to make sure you're protected
* Defragment your hard drive
* Overall system evaluation

When we are finished with your system it will be running cleaner and leaner than it was before!

Would you like to add or change components on your computer, but you really don't want to go through the hassle of taking your system into the shop to get the job done? Let SHC install the compontent for you on site in your home.

Some of the common components that users prefer to upgrade on their computers include system memory, new or additional hard drives, video cards, sound cards and CD/DVD drives. We can also do an evaluation of your current system and let you know whether or not it is going to be cost effective for you to upgrade your current system or purchase a new system.

Are you ready to make the jump to a new computer? We can help you get your files transferred from your old computer to your new computer. We can also assist you with re-installing software programs on a new computer (original software media and license keys required) .

Is your computer running incredibly slow? Are you experiencing annoying pop-up advertisements? Your system could be infected with viruses or spyware! Not only can these programs be annoying, but they can also compromise the security of the data on your computer.

Sarasota Home Computers can scan your system and determine what the problem is. If your computer is infected, we will work to remove the malicious software and return your system to normal. Also, when we are finished, we can install an antivirus and antispyware programs which can help to keep your system from becoming re-infected in the future. Because of the time which is involved in scanning and removing malware from computers, we charge a flat rate of $140 for spyware and virus removal. This rate stays the same whether it takes us 2 hours or 5 hours to return your system to normal.

Do you have more than one computer in your home? Would you like to be able to share information between computers, share an internet connection or be able to print from anywhere in your house? Sarasota Home Computers can help you install, maintain or troubleshoot a home wireless network which will allow you this mobility.

Wireless Network Setup

If you currently don't have a wireless network, we can set one up for you in about 1 hour. In order to set up a wireless network, you will need to have a wireless router and wireless cards on your laptop or desktop systems which need to connect to the wireless network. We can also configure sharing of folders and printers on your wireless network.

Wireless Network Security

If you have a wireless network in your home, is it secure? Are neighbors or others in close proximity to your home able to log into your wireless network and potentially see data saved on your computer? Sarasota Home Computers can perform a brief security audit on your wireless network and can help you lock it down with as high of a level of encryption as possible.

Are you new to home computing? Would it be helpful to have someone by your side to show you how to use a particular software program or maybe just how to get the most out of your computer in general? One of our certified technicians can sit down with you and explain what you need to know in a way that you will understand. Our regular hourly rates apply for training and tutoring services, and the price is very competitive for home-based computer training.

Online tutoring is also available for our customers! During an online session, one of our technicians can connect to your computer remotely to assist you with your computer in whatever way that you need. Remote tutoring sessions are somewhat cheaper than on-site tutoring and can be a great way for you to optimize your computer experience.

Sarasota Home Computers can assist you with your computer without even coming to your home! Using a remote connection tool called Crossloop, we can connect to your computer over the internet to troubleshoot your computer issue. While we connect with your system, we will talk with you on the phone so that we can work together to get your problem solved. During the remote assitance session, you will be able to see everything that we are doing on your system, and the session can be ended by you at any time.