 Computer Cowboys in Spain
We all know what it's like when a computer or laptop strikes out and we need professional computer repair services. What's easier then to take some news paper and browse the classifieds for an appropriate expert to help us out of our computer dilema. There are loads of ads all promising to be either the best there is in Spain or the only real professional to leed you out of the dark forrest. And all for just some small amount called service charge. But how do you prevent to get riped off?
How to separate the good from the bad:
- Does the professional have a landline phone number (starts with 9)?
- Does the professional want money upfront?
- What does the car look like?
- What is his/hers general appearance like?
- Does the "professional" have a NIE number or a S.L. (LTD) comany?
- Does he/she look like he/she knows what he/she is doing or is he/she totally unsecure?
- Does the "professional" have an own or company related email address like info@his_name_or_company.com or a web site like www.his_name_or_company.com?
Keep in mind that if you buy a computer or laptop or computer components of an unregistered "cowboy" you do not have any guaranty or warranty. Not even on his/her work.
If he/she is responsable for any data loos or massiv computer or
network failures these people often tend to disapear when they notice
they can not do the job due to lack of professionalism and knowledge.
Usally the charge you with some facturas and requrest prepaymens
because the need to buy some hardware for the job.
Don't ever pay a computer technician upfront for the total amount or
for the replacement of computer parts or components that had been
working before the technician set foot in your house or business
premises.
Always let the "professional" give you a detailed quote for the
complete repair, the needed parts and travel costs including all
possible other costs!!
If you are not sure you are in good hands, call a real professional
from a renomated computer shop in your area and have them take a look
at your computer problem. Ask them for a quote as well. Now compare the
quotes. If they have the sames repair meassures stated for trouble shooting and replacement parts or software installations, go for the
cheaper if you feel comfortable and confident with that solution, else
you should go for the "real professionals".
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