Fixed my water-damaged laptop in 24 hours for only $150! I will definitely use this service again and recommend it to others.

When I warped my laptop frame and the touchpad stopped working, Technesia (Dan) had me drop it off in the evening and had it fixed by the next morning. Good communication, and price was very reasonable too. read more

Technesia has fixed multiple computers for us over the years. Spilled drinks, cracked screens, and broken keyboards have needed repair. The prices are reasonable and the response and repair time is always quick. Highly recommend! read more

Highly recommend Technesia. They built a desktop and a server for me and both are humming along fine. I used another service to build the desktop and it wouldn't work; Technesia not only diagnosed what the previous service did wrong but even did a better job with cable management too. This place is *the* place for your computer repair/building needs. The owner is very knowledgeable about tech/hardware, friendly, and always updating on things as the work progress read more

I highly recommend for fast, reasonable, friendly service. Thanks Dan!! I needed my laptop fixed and found Dan on Yelp with high reviews. I sent a text and he replied immediately, I scheduled an appt the same day. I dropped my laptop off on Monday and it was ready the next day. I'm so happy to support a local business with great customer service. read more

Fast, affordable, and friendly. Not condescending or brusque. Doesnt upsell, which is a definite plus.

Short version - cannot recommended highly enough. If you have an issue with your computer, this is the place to go. I found Technesia by looking online how to fix my broken mac book. The videos Technesia has posted are awesome, BTW After speaking with Dan, I sent my MacBook in my mail and got it back, fully fixed, within 3 days Dan answered all my questions knowledgeably and in detail. I've already recommended this company to several colleagues, great service! Thank you Dan. read more

This review is so overdue, and for that I apologize, Dan! As a student in a tech boot camp program, I knew I *could* get away with using only my Macbook Pro, but I also had a 21" iMac from 2012 that Mac OS Mojave had obliterated, and the computer was taking up a ton of space on my desk, and a ton of emotional energy to keep ignoring or trying to use in its condition. I finally decided to upgrade the disk to an SSD to confront my issues and reclaim my computing power, after a year of ignoring it and refusing to use it. I found Dan's Technesia here on Yelp, and decided to give it a shot before I resigned myself to buying a new iMac. Dan was friendly, professional, prompt, and my iMac was back on my desk within 3 days working brilliantly! Dan even followed up a week or two later to make sure my computer was still running great after I had a chance to use it again like normal. His prices were incredibly fair, and to be honest, he saved me from spending $1600 or more on a new iMac. If you have a computer problem or need a hardware upgrade made, call him and let him free you of your tech stress. read more

Can't recommend Dan enough. Right in the neighborhood, reasonably priced, super friendly, lightning fast, and completely transparent about every step in the repair process. Dan is a true professional, and really knows how to run a business. I mean - look at all the fantastic reviews below this! Truly awesome. Wish I could give more than five stars. If you're having computer troubles, don't hesitate to take it to Technesia. Bonus points: while waiting for Dan to diagnose my computer, I got to hang out with his two super sweet dogs. Awwww yeah! read more

Dan is the real deal. A total pro when it comes to micro soldering. I wanted to mod one of my game console that required pristine expertise in micro soldering. There was some shoddy work done by a previous person and he was able to fix it. His work came out very neat and he was able to quickly figure out how to make sense of things he hasn't done before. Whatever kind of work you need help with, Dan has the know-how to figure it out. read more

Trackpad stopped functioning all of a sudden, and I took it in right away in the AM. I was told they were backed up and would get a call in the evening. I explained that, while everyone wants preferential treatment- I legitimately had a big concert coming up in 3 days, and needed it critically to run the show. Ofcourse, I understood they were backed up, so I left the laptop with them. About 30 min later, I got a text saying the issue was dirt behind the trackpad (and no replacement part was needed!) and was fixed in a few hours. While I had no expectation of having the job done so quickly, I greatly appreciated the expedited return! read more

I feel very fortunate to have found Technesia and Dan. My MacBook Pro fell on to the floor twice in one day, causing it to become frozen on the dreaded "black screen." At the Apple Genius Bar I was told that wiping the hard drive clean was my only option, a stressful idea because I would lose unsaved data. I felt skeptical about this advice anyway. I made an appointment at another repair place, describing the nature of the problem. After some useless discussion, the tech admitted that they knew nothing about addressing the issue, and I should come back when the person who knew about it was there. I felt it was careless that they set up the appt. with me in the first place with an unqualified person, costing me a round trip uber ride. It was very discouraging. While continuing to look for help, I also began looking at new MacBooks, thinking I might have purchase one. Then I came across Technesia online. It was attractive to me because I no longer had faith that the larger companies could help. In this case, Dan is Technesia, so working directly with him means no big business red tape, concerns that recommendations may be linked to product sales, and the ability to ask questions and get immediate feedback. Dan's skills make him the exact person I had hoped to find. He is a very smart, self taught computer expert, who can take apart and build computers. How much more does one need to know? Of course, I still had doubts that he could fix my computer when I dropped it off. However, the very next evening, I received a text that my computer was ready. When he showed me that it was, in fact, working perfectly, and he had successfully completed all data recovery, I was shocked! My desktop had been cluttered with screen shots, but now it was completely clear except for one folder in which Dan had organized all of the documents, etc. that were on the computer before the accident. Dan charged me a minimal amount for a service that I'm sure would have cost hundreds of dollars more elsewhere. I added more to the payment as a "tip" which still didn't cover the service he provided, in the time he accomplished it. I am still amazed that my computer has been restored, and that I didn't have to buy a new one! I would recommend Technesia and Dan without hesitation, and it is the only place I will go for computer problems in the future. read more

I have an older MacBook Pro, and I needed an new trackpad and battery installed. I came in contact with Dan, he's very helpful and runs the business there! The process is straightforward and easy. Just send a txt to drop the laptop off. He ordered the parts and had everything ready in less than a week! The trackpad worked like new and the battery held a charge just like it should. I always recommend him to my friends and family. This is the second laptop he has fixed of mine. I have a Dell that he replaced my broken screen and it's been performing greatly ever since. Highly recommended business! read more

In life there are generally three choices in relation to having things done by a professional; i.e., fast, good, and inexpensive. Realistically, however, any of us usually get to choose only two of those options in a given situation; e.g., fast & good (but expensive), good & cheap (for those who are very patient), and cheap & fast (which is never good). However, Dan of Technesia.com supersedes the aforementioned paradigm with a service-offering that is speedy, excellent and cost-effective. Recently I was in Philly from Los Angeles helping a friend get through some serious medical treatments. She owns an older-model 17" MacBook Pro (circa 2010)...onto which she had spilled coffee several weeks ago--thereby making some of the keys unresponsive, the built-in AirPort modem completely ruined, and one of the cooling fans non-operational. I found Dan's Technesia.com service here on Yelp and took my friend's computer to him to be repaired. Dan opened the computer and quickly assessed the problems associated therewith, then gave me a very reasonable timeframe for the repairs to be completed, as well as the monetary investment involved. Thanks to Dan, my friend's MacBook Pro now works like-new, about which she is very happy, and the cost there-concerned was a small fraction of what the Apple Store had quoted me. In addition to being 100% trustworthy, reliable and professional in every way, Dan is a super-nice guy with two of the most well-behaved dogs I've ever met. I hereby fully endorse Dan and his Technesia.com computer repair service as being truly 5-star in every way. If your Mac, PC or other computer-based device isn't working properly, and you are in the Philadelphia area, call Dan (Technesia.com) right now to make an appointment--you will be glad you did! Andrew von Gregor Pro Session & Touring Guitarist Los Angeles read more

Technesia - Older-model (2010) 17" Apple MacBook Pro fully repaired to like-new condition by Dan of Technesia.com. - IT Services & Computer Repair Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I was sure that my laptop was lost forever after it was completely doused with a cup of coffee - which of course happened during the busiest work period of the year. I took it to Dan, who was available that same day. He took my laptop apart and showed me that liquid had gotten all inside my computer, and said he would do his best. Imagine my delight and surprise when he had it completely fixed the very next day! I am so glad I found Dan - his work is excellent, his rates are unbeatable, and he is a super nice guy! Honestly the best tech repair experience I've ever had. read more

I accidentally upgraded the OS on my 2011 Macbook and rendered it virtually useless 5 days before starting a new job. The genius bar at Apple wouldn't touch it because of how old it was. It had been working great prior to the OS upgrade so I wanted it repaired rather than having to replace it. I contacted Dan at Technesia and he scheduled me for an appointment the same day and had the laptop repaired in 2 days (including Sunday) for a great price. He communicated throughout the process about what he was replacing/repairing and let me know the pricing up front. He truly went above and beyond to repair my Macbook in time. It's been 6 months and it's still working perfectly. This is the only place I'll go for all future repairs. read more

Dan saved me from a nightmare... I thought I would have to get a new laptop! He kept me in the loop & explained everything that was going on inside of my computer. I highly recommend if your computer is on its last leg or you just want to improve it! read more

My nephew broke the screen on my Mac Desktop computer. Needless to say I was worried that it couldn't be fixed, especially since the computer was a slightly older model. Dan not only expertly repaired the screen but also suggested an upgrade to the hard drive which I accepted. The computer is now running like new. Will definitely be using Technesia again. - THANKS DAN! read more

My first ever Yelp review - felt compelled to write something after such awesome experiences. I first went to Dan a year or so ago to fix my MacBook Air. He let me drop off my computer (lifeline for work) almost immediately and had it finished very quickly. He was upfront and clear about cost and explained exactly what he did to fix it (it wasn't turning on because the inside was flithy - he deep cleaned it and fixed it for just $150. Oh, and mind you, the Apple store quoted me $700.) Flash forward to this week and my laptop isn't turning on due to hardware issues. Again, he let me come over immediately and is very clear about the possible issues and outcomes. He checked it out, explained what was wrong in great detail and what he would have to do, and quoted me $480 and he said I could have some time to decide if I wanted to move forward. Ultimately, I chose to spend the money on a new laptop (mine is about 5 years old) and he was understanding of my choice and didn't charge me anything to look into my computer. Honest, laid-back guy who does great work at an amazing price. Would def go back (but hopefully not too soon:) read more

Awesome service! Dan fixed my broken laptop screen hinge in under 24 hours for a very reasonable $80. He will be my first port of call for any tech related issues from now on. And his super cute doggos are an added bonus! read more

My 1) girlfriend's, 2) roommates, 3) new dog jumped onto the dining table and knocked over a full cup of freshly brewed coffee onto my girlfriend's Lenovo laptop. After some yelping, she called Dan at Technesia and we now call him the "horse-whisperer" of computers. He completely recovered a laptop that Google said was not able to be repaired and did so an incredibly fast and affordably priced way. Best of all, he was incredibly kind throughout the entire process! What else can you ask for?? Nothing. I wish there was a Dan in every major city. read more

I recently had Dan put together a custom build for me. I purchased all the components on my own and dropped them off with him to be assembled into a complete system. Dan was incredibly knowledgeable and worked remarkably fast. Most other computer shops would take anywhere from 2-5 business days to complete a system build -- I dropped off everything on a Saturday afternoon and it was ready for me to pick up the very next morning, all over the course of a weekend! During assembly, Dan was very communicative and even sent me text messages and pictures of the computer to make sure that everything was put together just the way I wanted. I had a few very specific requests and everything was done to my exact specification. He also partitioned the hard drives, installed the OS, and updated device drivers. I would absolutely recommend Technesia to anyone who's interested in computer assembly or repair. read more

I took my Macbook Pro to Dan after my husband spilled milk on it. After reading terrible Apple forums of what happens when you take a liquid damaged laptop back to the Apple store, I just needed to find a place that I felt comfortable explaining what happened without feeling judged or asked to pay hundreds of dollars to just open the thing up. Anyway, fast forward to dropping off my laptop. The location is a bit strange as it is a home based business, but having taught in the neighborhood, I didn't feel freaked out. I was even more put at ease when I saw he had a security camera system in place which made it much easier for me to feel comfortable leaving my laptop with him. He opened the laptop up while I was there and showed me where there was still milk puddled in places. He told me he was going to dry it off and see if he could play with it a bit that night. I live about 30-45 minutes away from his place and before my husband and I got home we received a call that the computer was on and functioning well. He was going to keep working on it that night and the next morning to test it out but it looked like we were going to dodge needing a new logic board. The next day, at about 10 am I got a call and said it was functioning beautifully and I didn't need any additional work or parts. I could cry I was so happy. My husband picked it up later that day. Dan's prices are reasonable and we even gave him a tip for the great service. I could not have found a better computer tech for our needs and will definitely go back if I should ever need anything in the future. I'd say the only downside is the cash or check only payment policy since, if I had needed a new logic board or other parts, I don't exactly have that kind of cash laying around, but thankfully we didn't have a large bill that we couldn't handle with a cash payment. All in all, a great experience! read more

My laptop shut down on me, and after a few days of messing with it and asking my tech savvy friends I was convinced that I would have to buy a new one. In desperation I called Dan at Technesia and dropped my laptop off a few minutes later. He was in contact with me through the next 2 days and ran different tests to determine that my laptop had an issue with power supply. After a few small fixes my laptop was fixed! I saved all of my important information and have not had any issues for a few weeks. I would definitely consult with Technesia for any future computer issues. read more

Dan was super friendly and gave great service. When I accidentally spilled water on my MacBook Air (only a year old), the Apple Store could only send it out for a $700+ repair without checking anything. Dan took it apart, gave it a deep cleaning and found out that the keyboard was short-circuited. He was able to order a new keyboard and repair it within a week and for MUCH cheaper than the Apple Store. Dan kept my informed throughout the process and even sent me a video to prove that the keyboard wasn't working. I'd highly recommend Technesia's services to anyone with technology issues. Thanks, Dan!! read more

Dan has replaced my phone screen on two different occasions and his work is always excellent. He has a wonderful professional demeanor and I trust him with getting the job done and done quickly. I would recommend him for not only Iphone screen replacements, but all technology needs. His rates are negotiable and he's very down to Earth! read more

I suspect Dan's work is very good for the great majority of his customers, particularly those who are not in a hurry. But I had a 2-star interaction with him, based on three issues: He installed an immediately-faulty keyboard in my computer (forgivable), he refused to replace that keyboard with another one unless I paid for the replacement labor as though the dud was my fault (less forgivable), and he was really unwilling to deal with a customer who wanted urgency and better communication. The last issue sounds weird, but here's what I mean: I asked if he could provide rush service, and he said he'd take a look at the machine by the next day. When I texted him the next day--understandably or annoyingly, he keeps all communication to texts--he got upset with me for checking in with him so quickly. I apologized, maybe a little quizzically. He said he needed more time, so I asked if I could pay him extra to get a rush job, and he indignantly told me it would be unfair to his big pile of other clients. I then felt I had to treat his ego very carefully, putting myself on my best behavior and apologizing profusely to him since I was relying on his help. Ultimately, he refunded me for the dud part ($35), but neither refunded nor supplied the labor it would take to replace the part. I worked with the faulty keyboard (which had one sticky key, a few non-functional keys up top, and no backlight) for about a year, but it just finally failed entirely last week. A group in NYC that Dan had mentioned did the work for me for $250 plus shipping. If I had sent it to them directly, I would have saved a lot of time and money, even with shipping! At the end of the day, Dan's is probably a good choice for someone who does not need great customer service. He certainly seemed like he knew what he was doing. Well, except for one thing, a final complaint: He did a keyboard replacement while the laptop was closed, which exposed the display to (apparently) lots of rubbing. When I got the computer back, the display laminate, which had been okay, was also almost entirely ripped up above the keyboard. It was a minor issue and I didn't tell him, but it would cost another $175 to fix according to a recent estimate. read more

No spills here - just had an old MacBook Pro, circa 2009, needing some help in her old age. Its service battery alert was activated for at least 3 years, and general functionality was slow and sputtery. Dan replaced my battery and replaced my hard drive and memory (I think-- I'm also tech illiterate) for a beyond reasonable price (considering I was thinking about buying a brand new computer due to just not knowing how to fix a vague problem like "slow"). I'm really happy with this service, because even though my Macbook is old, it's now completely functional. Dan was careful to warn me not to expect it to perform like the Macbook Airs of 2016, but the difference between my computer of yesterday and my computer of today is like night and day. It makes me very happy that I'm able to keep a machine which was otherwise in good condition rather than having to replace it. Oh, so the other great thing about Technesia is that Dan texted me throughout the repair process and was able to perform the whole repair overnight. Thanks again! read more

This review is way overdue. I took my computer here in a panic and within 24 hours Dan had run diagnostics and told me I only needed a new power cord, which he advised me in purchasing. Then he did t even charge me. 100% would go here again. In fact I'm remembering to write this because I need computer repair again and am about to call him for that. read more

Can I tell u guys how Dan is the best and very local and close. He only help me with a minor battery issue but I trust him and he is not that costly!!! Thanks again Dan read more

Dan did a great job and was always available. He fixed my daughter's computer and helped me install the antivirus. I will definetly use him again. read more

Dan is GREAT! Fixed my computer in barely a day and super reasonable. My computer was running super slow and honestly I had it in a closet for years thinking it was junk- I gave it to Dan and he was able to revive it! Back to super speeds and didn't lose anything saved. 5 Stars + Two thumbs up! read more

My HP Pavilion suddenly powered down and wouldn't restart. I tried calling around to the big box "geek squads" and was getting no where, being quoted absurd prices for a diagnostic. A Yelp search brought me to Dan and Technesia and one phone call later I was getting answers: His service was transparent, honest, reasonable and fast, even with his needing to order a part. I can strongly recommend Dan and Technesia based on a great first-hand experience. read more

Dan is a great person to do business with! I tried to put my laptop back together after replacing the LCD screen (was cracked), and couldn't. I finally called Dan and he put it back together with no problems. Love this guy! read more

I had the dreaded Gray Screen on my Mac Pro and a disk stuck in the drive. Using Yelp, I called 4 highly rated and local people to get some help. Dan was the only one to call me back. Within 2 hours of my call, my Mac was in his able hands. Another 2.5 hours later, my Mac was working better than ever. Dan may not have a flashy office like the Apple Authorized dealers, but he was faster, friendlier, and cheaper than they could ever be. Highly recommended! read more

Dan is first-class Easy to talk to, listens to your problems & concerns, and just an overall friendly guy. My laptop's motherboard was done and he did a quick job of extracting all my data from the harddrive. Charged me a flat rate vs. other places that try to get you with an hourly rate. Wasn't a hard job but his professionalism and demeanor made me feel better about my mishap. Chatted with him a lot about tech and he really knows his stuff and is current on what's out there. Would recommend him in a heartbeat! read more

Dan has helped me with two problems so far, both times he was quick and the rate was reasonable. He's responsive, patient, and I think he truly enjoys helping people. All possible thumbs up. If you go to his office, be aware it's the front room of his apartment and you'll be waiting on his futon with his dogs. They're very sweet so that's fine with me. read more

My MacBook Pro screen broke. One repair place wanted me to pay $600, and another quoted me at $150 plus tax. Dan was able to beat both of their prices of course, so I went with him. And I'm so glad I did. He was extremely professional, timely, considerate, and a very hard worker. I'm not gonna lie, if I wouldn't have seen the previous reviews (which you can see are all positive), I would have been reluctant to taking my precious computer with my whole life on it to some stranger who does business out of an apartment in Point Breeze. I would have punked out and ended up paying more, for probably worse service on a slower time frame. But thank you Yelp, and thank you Dan for the great experience! read more

Awesome service! Quick turnaround on replacing a fried hard drive and even backed up the old files I needed for work. Would definitely recommend. read more

Dan, Dan, he's your man, if he can't fix your computer NO ONE CAN! I have a 2011 MacBook Pro, and was having a major issue with starting up my computer and keeping it on. After some internet-sleuthing I found that this is a common problem with this kind of laptop, and the issue most likely was with my logic board or video card. This repair would cost HUNDREDS of dollars at the Apple Store....a devastating expense for me! Plus those Apple repair guys can be kind of snobby, am I right?! After looking at some reviews, I decided to give Technesia a try. Dan, the owner, was super accommodating and fast. He fixed my video card and had everything up and running the next day for a fraction of the cost of what Apple would have charged. Don't be put off by the home office set up....he is a true professional and knows his stuff! I will be going to Dan with all my future computer-related problems! read more