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  Was very happy Charles was able to fix my blue screen on my work laptop that’s my personal comp. He picked up my laptop and fixed it same day kept… read more me updated now I can use it to diagnose fords and Lincoln’s

  My 4 year old laptop was painfully slow. It was puzzling to me because I only used it for basic use (e-mail, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). I’ve been putting off… read more fixing it because I thought it would be expensive and not worth my time. On a whim, I decided to research local computer repair specialists. Lightning Computer and Laptop Repair came up on my Yelp search, and I messaged them with my issue. Charles responded within 30 minutes and asked me for my laptops serial number and did a preliminary diagnosis based on the issues I was having. We set up an appointment for a few days later as he is located near downtown San Jose and I live in Morgan Hill and commute to Sunnyvale, so I wanted to get it taken care of on one of the days I have to go into the office. He was very communicative and understanding when I asked to change my drop off and pick up time and had my laptop ready within hours (I wasn’t planning to pick it up the same day because of my schedule, but it worked out that way). He sent me photos of my laptop and gave me a full rundown of what he did to repair it. I was impressed by his service and communication and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of PC or laptop repair.

  I am using a fake name due to a threat against a one star 10 years ago. For this review; I will reveal my name as Kristin N . I… read more had a Toshiba  ( thought was 8 years old but was possibly 10) laptop that was corrupted with viruses despite my McAfee rx . The hard drive as well as software was corrupted and failing. It was painfully slow to boot up or do any sort of applications I am not using a computer extensively, therefore had hesitations on buying a $500 replacement . I am currently job searching and my employment resume was on the corrupted laptop, making me nervous of losing it . Charles met me on the street on a Saturday evening to take my computer for servicing: it was ready on Sunday morning, faster than i could even pick it up
. For less than $200 , he restored the hard drive and software and backed up and saved all of my documents . Computer is now running close to like new! Charles is also quick to respond to any followup questions to non tech people such as myself. Thanks to Charles; i will be able to utilize a minimal use computer for a few more years and avoid a large purchase!

  I highly recommend this company! Charles, the owner, is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, reliable, and friendly. He knew exactly how to fix my laptop issue; I was so stressed out when… read more my laptop screen went all gray even though it was turned on. He resolved the issue with indeed a lightning fast turnaround, and took the time to explain things to me. I could not be happier. Please see him and go to this company if you ever have a problem with your computer or laptop!

  I had 2 computers that I couldn’t get a display working for either of them and Charles was a big help to get them both working again. The prices he… read more gave me were really good and fair, I would recommend this business to anyone if they need help with their computer or laptop

  I was extremely satisfied with their service. My laptop was ready the same day for pick up and very reasonably  priced. They do a very good job communicating with their… read more customers on a timely basis and the friendly service was a plus. I recommend them to anyone needing a device repaired.

  My new go-to for computer help!!  They went above and beyond helping out my father when he had computer problems.  He was able to make an appointment right away and… read more they had him up and running in no time!  Honest, friendly, responsive, and super reasonable rates.  I will happily use them again!

  Due to the blue screen of death, I was worried about my laptop suffering hardware related issues. But CHARLES was quick and efficient, calm and even went beyond helping me… read more with not only a reinstallation of Windows 10 but adding new and useful applications that will for sure enhance my workflow with school/work. Loving it so far and even more, a trustworthy family operated business! Definitely recommend.

  Charles was extremely flexible and easy to work with. He was able to build my computer and installed windows 10 as well. We did have an issue as a part… read more was miss interpreted as broken. Along with that, there was no cable management  and the power supply was installed upside down. An easy fix and overall a great job!

  great job diagnosing and fixing my son’s gaming computer. CPU overheated. Replaced it.

  Had a laptop with problems.  Contacted Lightning and exchanged emails with Charles.  He let me know that he could help clean up my computer, but it would be difficult to… read more find replacement parts for my older laptop to address the issue I had contacted him for. Decided not to fix it and just invest in a new one. I would definitely feel comfortable taking my laptop to him for repairs in the future.

  My issue has been resolved over the phone withing several minutes. I am very impressed. Strongly recommended!

  Great service! Helped me get rid of a nasty virus remotely. So helpful and knowledgeable. Programmed his number in my phone for the future.

  Found Lightning Computer Repair on Yelp, read some of the reviews and decided to give them a try. As many of the reviews attest, Charles is awesome. I bought a… read more new laptop and needed the old one cloned to the new one so I wouldn’t have to re-install all the programs. Charles went out of his way to stop by my house and pick everything up (no charge). I was expecting at least a couple day turnaround, asked him when it would be ready and he said tomorrow by noon. I responded with a WOW, and he said that’s why we’re named Lightning. He also explained that some of the programs might not transfer over.  I was worried about all my graphics programs as I might not be able to re-install and re-activate some of them.  Everything moved over great except one of the spyware programs, and it was ready to pick up by 10am. He is highly skilled, reasonably priced, fast, honest and very likeable. I would highly recommend Lightning and will be returning anytime I have a computer issue. Thanks Charles.

  Charles helped me a problem over the phone on a Saturday.  I was having trouble with a memory card that I absolutely needed on my work device.  I had zero… read more memory left on a previous card and so I was in a panic to get the new one to work.  Charles was patient and very calm, which is exactly what I needed!  He resolved my issue and I was able to work as planned.  Thank you Charles for your brilliance and awesome customer service!!!

  I have been working with another company trying to tell them to recover my pictures and documents for almost 2 months!!! I finally gave up and I took my laptop… read more and my external drive back! I kept thinking to myself I believe data recovery could be done and it’s just the matter of finding the right technician. I reached out to Charles and meet with him and went over my problems with data. I left everything with him and 4 days later, I picked up all my stuff with most of my pictures and documents recovered! I really appreciated Charles for helping me. I am a very happy customer! 😀