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.