THIS PLACE ROCKS!!!
This is a long overdue review for PC Brokers from me. I learned about 'bloat-ware' and 'limited up-grade-ability' when I bought my first computer (from a 'big box' store) back in 1997. Once I saw all the bloat-ware that was installed on it, and learned that it was very limited on what could be upgraded, I took it back after a couple days.
One of my customers at the time learned I was looking for a desktop computer, and he worked at PC Brokers and said to come by. After seeing that they built solid, 'clean running' computers in-house, at different performance levels / price points (based on what a computer is needed for), and could further customize aspects of it for me, I purchased one for my main, business / website / email machine. That machine lasted 7-8 years. Then I upgraded to another of their desk-top computers for my main unit, and a slightly lesser one for my photo editor to use (still have one of those on our tech bench for downloading service manuals and schematics). That one also lasted 7-8 years, and now I'm probably on the 4th or 5th as a main desktop, and have purchased 2-3 others for other tasks here at the shop (a couple were used / trade-in's that they had checked out and some are now probably 12-15 years old and still performing well running OS's from Windows 98 to Windows 10).
The parts they build with are 'name brand', well respected, quality parts. Anytime I've needed something looked at, or to have something upgraded (not often on either), they're professional, know what they're talking about. When I've thought I needed something, they have often, gave it an 'on the spot' analysis (often at no charge), advised me to just DIY on an installation to save $$ (which their machines generally allow) or demonstrated that I didn't need a part or upgrade at all and to save the money.
I've had a few power supplies go out due to lightening strikes and they've always done their best to get me up and running ASAP.
I just had them build a MONSTER desktop for video editing (think top end gaming PC) that is super quality, and 'a work of art' inside. AND it was less than and / or certainly no more $$$$ than 'big box' sellers, and most importantly, NO BLOAT-WARE (if you don't know what that is, look it up before you purchase any computer).
In summary, they've built EVERY desktop computer I've owned (probably about 10 now) with quality parts and a price point that I think makes them as good a value as you're going to find.
I'm probably shooting myself in the foot by writing this review, as they'll sell out more often and be busier, but the Hot-Rod they just built for me should get me out almost a decade.
Jerry at Oak Tree Vintage, LLC - Vintage Stereo / Audio gear. read more