
Ingatestone Computer Solutions
For all home technology issues
I am based in Ingatestone, Essex and can help with most problems you may have with technology in your home including repairs and servicin.
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Typically, I work with the following types of equipment: ​
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PCs,
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laptops,
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tablets,
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smartphones,
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printers
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home networks
​I can visit you at home to investigate your issues and I may also be able to help with all sorts of other little devices you may have that you just can't get to work like it says on the box. For more information about me and the services I am offering, please visit the About Me and Services pages on this site. There will be no charge if I can't find out what the problem is or fix your equipment.​​
Please call Stuart on 07356-013302 to discuss your problem and arrange a quick callout. Available daytime, evenings and weekends.
Areas covered include Blackmore, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Ingatestone, Margaretting, Mountnessing, Stock and Writtle.
About Me
Since starting work in the 1980's, I have always been involved in a wide range of technology projects, including repairing PCs (hardware and software), cabling offices, installing phone systems and principally as a software Delivery Manager within Financial Corporations.
I have always worked with computers in the home, ever since they became household items. With this experience, I can bring a personal repair and advice service to members of the local community, helping out with all things digital which are giving problems. See the Services page of this website for examples of the things I can help with.

Services
The things that I can help you with
I know from personal experience that there are always little things going on with the home computer that aren't quite right. I am happy to help out with these things as well as offering a repair service for the bigger issues that you may experience with your equipment. I can also give general advice about the use of all sorts of other digital equipment in your life such as tablets, smartphones, smart speakers etc. There follows a list of examples of the services I can provide. If the service you need is not listed, I might be able to help anyway, so please ask.
Repairs: Desktop/laptop/smartphone/tablets
Replacement of hard drives, screens, keyboards, etc. General fault-finding, hardware and software.
New Equipment
Advice on the purchase of new equipment depending upon your own particular requirements. Guidance of the purchase and installation of new equipment including printers.​
Upgrades
Installation of extra memory and hard disk capacity to prolong the life of your computer.
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Home Networks and Broadband
Advice on the choice of broadband and the installation of internet and wireless networks within your home.
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Email
Setting up new email addresses or configuring new systems to use existing addresses. Advice on email usage.​
Smartphones and Tablets
Advice on setting up and using your smartphone or tablet, both Android and Apple equipment.
Tuition
Advice on how to use your computer to most advantage: this includes helping new users to take their first steps with things such as email, web-browsing, form-filling, online-shopping, simple spreadsheets and word processing, etc.​
Virus removal and protection
Removal of viruses from your equipment and installation of anti-virus protection.​
Backups
Advice on a backup strategy to make sure all your data is secure, and implementation thereof.​
Photos
Advice on managing your digital photos: transfer from camera or phone to your computer, file and display locally, send to friends and relatives, keep them secure.

Computer Repair
This is one of the most popular requests, offered for a variety of models and brands. Feel free to reach out with any questions for me.
Reach out to learn more about my services.
Hours of Business
Mon - Fri: 8am - 8pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Contact Me
Please reach out:
Stuart Ballard. I’d be happy to hear from you.