We provide a fixed quote for the agreed job before paid work begins. The quote identifies what is included and the total price.
Tell us what is happening, the device or service you need, and your suburb. We will review the issue and confirm a fixed quote for the agreed work before any paid service begins.
Fixed quote before paid workAgreed scope stated clearlyRevised quote if scope changes
Quick answer
What should you expect?
On-site IT support: fixed quote for the agreed job
General tech help: fixed quote for the agreed job
Repairs: fixed quote before work starts
Websites, AI, mobile apps, integration: quoted per project
IT consulting: fixed quote for the agreed scope
Simple, clear pricing. No surprise extras. The agreed price remains unchanged while the agreed scope remains unchanged.
Real local tech help from your actual neighbours — not a repair chain.Clear quotes, no jargon, clear approval, and honest repair-vs-replace advice.
Need help deciding?
Pricing should reduce uncertainty, not create it
Compare the main pricing options first, then choose the next step that fits your issue.
What this page covers
Fixed quote before paid work, repair quoting, and when projects like websites, AI, apps, and integration work need custom pricing.
Why customers trust it
The goal is to show the likely pricing model before you call, so there are fewer surprises.
Best next action
Use this page to choose the likely pricing path, then start QuoteMe or call for the fastest recommendation.
Simple Pricing Overview
Clear pricing for support, repairs and project work
Every paid job follows one principle: we confirm the agreed scope and total fixed price before paid work begins. When the cause is uncertain, we may first offer a separate fixed assessment quote.
Fixed-Quote Support
On-site IT Support
Fixed quote per agreed job
For on-site IT support and general tech help
Labour and travel inclusions stated in the quote
Total price confirmed before paid work begins
Changed scope requires a revised quote and approval
Best for troubleshooting, Wi-Fi, printers, software setup, email, device setup and general support
Repairs
Computer & Device Repairs
Fixed quote per job
Computer repairs are quoted before work starts
Phone repairs are quoted before work starts
Price depends on the issue, parts and labour required
No work begins without your approval
Projects & Consulting
Business & Digital Services
Project quote required
Website services
AI integration & automation
Mobile app development
Existing system upgrades & integration
IT consulting quoted for the agreed scope
How Pricing Works
Simple, clear and upfront
We confirm the agreed scope and fixed quote before any paid work begins.
1
Tell us what you need
Send the device, issue, service needed and your suburb by phone or WhatsApp.
2
We confirm the scope and price
We state the agreed work, inclusions, exclusions and total fixed price.
3
You approve before work starts
No surprise extras. The agreed price remains unchanged while the agreed scope remains unchanged.
Which pricing applies?
Choose the category that matches the help you need
Fixed-quote support
Choose IT Support if you need
Troubleshooting and general tech help
Wi-Fi, printers or device setup
Email, login or software issues
Home or small business support
Repairs
Choose repair pricing if you need
Screen, battery or charging port replacement
Slow laptop or desktop repair
Virus or malware removal
Hardware fault diagnosis and repair
Projects
Choose project pricing if you need
Website design or major upgrades
AI integration and automation
Mobile app development
System upgrades, integration or consulting
Typical Repair Price Ranges
Guide prices for common repair jobs
These are general guide prices for common jobs. Final pricing depends on the exact issue, parts and labour required.
Service
Typical range
Notes
Computer Diagnostics
Included in repair
No separate diagnostic charge
Virus / Malware Removal
$99–$180
Includes security hardening
SSD Upgrade (Laptop)
$150–$280
Includes data transfer
Laptop Screen Replacement
$120–$280
Depends on model and screen type
Laptop Battery Replacement
$150–$280
Parts and labour included
Phone Screen Replacement
$99–$299
Depends on phone model
Phone Battery Replacement
$79–$180
Depends on phone model
Charging Port Replacement
$80–$160
Phone or laptop
Data Recovery (Logical)
$150–$350
No-data no-fee applies
Data Recovery (Physical)
$300–$800+
Assessment first, quote before proceeding
Wi-Fi Setup / Network Help
From $99
Diagnosis, setup and optimisation
Our Pricing Commitment
What you can expect every time
No call-out fee
We do not charge to come out and assess the issue.
Upfront quotes
Repairs and project work are quoted before work begins.
Fixed quote before paid work
On-site IT support is quoted for the agreed job, including stated labour, travel and known costs.
No surprise costs
If anything changes, we explain it before proceeding.
Not sure what applies to your job? Start QuoteMe or call for guidance before booking.
The quote states the travel included for the agreed job and identifies any exclusions before acceptance.
On-site IT support and general tech help are provided under a fixed quote for the agreed job before paid work begins.
Repairs, websites, AI integration, mobile app development, system upgrades, integration work and project jobs are quoted before work begins.
Website services, AI integration and automation, mobile app development, existing system upgrades and integration, and larger consulting work are quoted per project.
Message us with the issue. We will review it and confirm the relevant fixed quote before paid work begins.
Related Help
Useful pages after pricing
Once you know which pricing type applies, use the pages below for more detail on specific services and next steps.
Use this when the number only matters in relation to the age and value of the laptop.
New pricing resource
Software, AI and chatbot pricing guide for small business
If you are comparing software, automation, chatbot or legacy upgrade work, use the dedicated pricing guide for typical project starting points and what drives cost up or down.
Yes — if you are looking for pricing and want a local Melbourne North team to explain the safest, clearest and most cost-aware next step before you commit.
From your point of view
This page is written for home users, families, students, seniors and small businesses across Melbourne’s northern suburbs. You do not need to know the technical cause first — describe what changed, what you need working again and how urgent it feels.
Problems this usually covers
Customers normally arrive here because of slow devices, startup failures, update problems, setup confusion, printer issues, WiFi faults and repair-vs-replace decisions. We focus on narrowing the cause, avoiding unnecessary work and explaining repair, support or replacement options plainly.
How we keep it clear
You get practical guidance, plain-English wording, price-first pathways where possible and a recommendation that fits the device, the risk, the age of the equipment and your budget.
Service summary
Your IT and Tech Mates helps customers across Epping, Wollert, South Morang, Mernda, Lalor, Thomastown, Mill Park, Bundoora and nearby suburbs. This page explains pricing, what to expect and the safest next step for customers across Melbourne’s north.
Questions customers ask before choosing this service
Do I need to know the exact technical problem first?
No. A plain-English description is enough. We can usually guide you from the symptoms, the device type, the urgency and your suburb.
Can I understand the likely cost before going ahead?
Where possible, yes. We aim to explain likely pricing, what could change the cost and whether repair, setup, support or replacement is the better value path.
Is this service local to Melbourne’s north?
Yes. Your IT and Tech Mates is focused on practical local help across Melbourne’s northern suburbs, including Epping, Wollert, South Morang, Mernda, Lalor and nearby areas.
What should I send when I ask for help?
Send the device type, the issue, when it started, any error message or photo, your suburb and whether the problem affects work, study, files or communication.
Choose your next step
Get a price guide, explain the problem for a technician review, or check an existing request. Your starting details will carry across and can be changed.
Weekend home visits start from $180. The final fixed quote depends on the issue, location, expected time, travel and any known parts. We confirm the agreed scope and total price before paid work begins. If the scope changes, we stop and provide a revised fixed quote for your approval.