Geekatoo is a great referral source to locate local geeks for computer repair, home theater installation, network issues, tech support, virus removal, web design, and more. These Geeks are a lot less expensive than the Geek Squad (averages 75% cheaper). All Geeks have gone through a vetting process - identity verification, employment history, residential history, and criminal background check all completed by outside background search firms. Geeks also must undergo knowledge tests to verify they know their stuff.
Benny fiddled with and built computers back in Germany so most of the stuff I can't do he can. However, there are times that he's totally stumped. Currently his laptop just shuts down for no reason. We're not sure if it's just too much dust on the fan or something more ominous. If it's not a dust issue Geekatoo would be a perfect solution. He can pick out a Geek and they can speak Geek when he/she is working on his laptop.
How it works:
- Join Geekatoo for FREE!
- Post the problem you're having.
- Geeks will post their bids to solve your problem.
- Either wait for bidding to be complete or select the geek you really like.
- Meet to fix your problem.
- Once the job is complete, the Geek will invoice you on Geekatoo.
- Pay your invoice through the payment gateway (i.e. Amazon, PayPal, etc).
Just for signing up you get $5 to use towards services. When you refer someone they'll get $10 off their first service. Once their service is completed you'll also get $10. It's a win-win situation saving money and getting discounts on future services!
Click here to sign up to get or give tech help.
Great tip!
ReplyDeleteAlways trying to figure out to call when I have computer problems. Thank you for the information
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ReplyDeleteGreat tip. I am always scrambling when I have a problem as to who to call when something goes awry. :-) Susan Cooper
ReplyDeleteGood suggestion, Cassi. Had never heard of them before but have now bookmarked the site.
ReplyDeleteI had no idea that existed! That is awesome. It is like an eLance or oDesk for techies. Love it.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great idea for people who need a little help navigating the confusing world of IT!! Just a pity it's not here in Switzerland
ReplyDeleteYes, it would be nice for something like this to be international.
DeleteWhat a fabulous idea. It is great to come across something worthy of taking note.
ReplyDeleteThis is fab! Is it restricted to US or can anyone join?
ReplyDeleteThey're currently in the US only. "Geekatoo is looking forward to expanding to Canada, the UK, and Australia as soon as possible. When Geekatoo enters a new market, we must take into consideration different legal environments."
DeleteSounds like a promising site. I bet my computer saavy hubby gets sick of all my techie questions at times!
ReplyDeleteWhen I get stuck Benny doesn't always explain it well since he's busy translating his thoughts from German to English.
DeleteI love that they go through a vetting process. That is really important to me. Thanks, this is a valuable resource.
ReplyDeleteI was happy to find out they did more than test the Geeks to make sure they knew their stuff. Background checks put a little comfort into letting strangers into your home.
DeleteHope these guys will expand to Canada soon - we're in need of this kind of service. Geek Squad is pretty useless, especially when it comes to Apple products. Thanks for the info!
ReplyDeleteMy daughter is having computer problems and hasn't been able to find anyone. For me my nephew is able to log on to my computer and fix it. Thanks for the tip.
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