exceptional on-site and drop-off apple services

about brian's services

as an apple certified help desk specialist (achds), brian excels at troubleshooting, installing, upgrading, and repairing apple computers.

why is brian the best mac tech for you?
punctuality (always on time for on-site appointments)
turnaround time (usually same day turnaround for drop-off repairs)
communication (phone calls and e-mails returned quickly)
mac expertise (certified and dedicated)
rates (unsurpassed in los angeles)

drop-off service is available from brian's home in north
hollywood (near ventura and vineland); click here for map & directions.
please schedule a drop off time before coming by.

on-site service is available throughout greater los angeles.

services offered

hardware troubleshoot, repair, install, replace, upgrade
all apple computers: hard drives, lcd displays, optical drives (cd/dvd), ram, video cards, airport/wireless cards, power supplies, logic boards, and just about everything else

software troubleshoot, repair, install, upgrade
os 7 - os X 10.6, digidesign pro tools, microsoft office, now up-to-date & contact, all office and audio related software applications, adobe photoshop (cs2/cs3/cs4), syncing software, backup solutions, standard/intermediate server installations

networking design, implement, troubleshoot, maintain
wireless/wired networks, pc/mac networking, airport extreme/express/time capsule, printer sharing, remote computer access, computer-to-computer syncing, cell phone/pda-to-computer syncing, file/printer sharing, ftp servers (i.e. rumpus), video chat, ethernet-over-power/powerline

other computer services other specialties
risk-free flat fee data recovery (the best in LA), mac-to-pc switching/tutoring, pro tools tutoring, reason tutoring, recording studio/home studio setup, automatic daily scheduled backups, printer troubleshooting, logitech harmony universal remote control programming and training

client reviews/ratings

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"brian cometa is a lifesaver. he offers fast, friendly, reliable service at reasonable rates. i cannot recommend him more highly."
jeff melvoin, writer-producer, northern exposure, alias, army wives
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brian has over ninety online client reviews & ratings!

click the links below to read reviews from brian's clients
and see why brian is the highest rated mac tech in los angeles!


award winner 4 years in-a-row
43 reviews & ratings

• better business bureau •
"A" rating + 4 reviews, company id 100059601

• yahoo! local businesses •
22 "5 star" ratings + 16 reviews

• yellowpages.com •
4 "5 star" ratings + reviews

• yelp.com •
11 "5 star" ratings + reviews

• google •
27 "5 star" ratings + reviews

client list

some of brian's business clients include...

summit graphics
mcgrath contracting
emblem music group
eastern center for complementary medicine
hd expo
delicious vinyl
warner brothers
glendale fire department
penguin recording
rj ewing ranch
dudley & associates
esn media group
gsa network
hauser music
motormouth media
mark silverstein photography
sherman oaks baseball academy
reel vox
acetate records
hip to be squared
guys with feelings
go, go, techs
dva
echo treatment center
media-savvy
vantage point productions
red robin restaurants

computer service rates

on-site | throughout greater los angeles | $110 per hour

drop-off | in north hollywood (near ventura and vineland) | $55 per hour

data recovery | only pay if your data is recovered | $300 per hard drive
(there is a non-refundable $55 fee for hard drive removal from some laptops;
if removed, brian can replace your hard drive for no additional labor cost!)

pick-up & delivery | pick up, fix, deliver | $80 + drop-off rate

example drop-off repair prices

MacBook | LCD Display Replacement | $300 (parts and labor)

MacBook Pro | Hard Drive Replacement | $159 (parts and labor)

iMac Intel | Power Supply Replacement | $145 (parts and labor)

PowerBook | DC-In Board Replacement | $135 (parts and labor)

Any Mac | Full Service Tune-Up | $100 (same-day turnaround)

see recent repairs online

please go to my twixtr site to see the latest repair updates

schedule an appointment

call brian at 818-358-8541, e-mail him at brian@briancometa.com,
or click here for a pop-up chat window.

frequently asked questions

what is the turn around time for data recovery?
your data can often be recovered within 24 hours, sometimes same day. however, depending on the condition of your drive, it may take up to one week.

is there a fee for canceling an on-site appointment?
there is no fee if you cancel your appointment within 24 hours.
if within 24 hours, there is a $50 fee.

is there a minimum for on-site appointments?
yes, there is a one hour minimum for all on-site appointments.

what is the turn around time for drop off service?
within 24 hours, if not same day
(excluding shipping time for parts, when necessary).

how many days in advance should i
make an appointment for on-site service?
same day service is often available; however, it's best to schedule your appointment 2-3 days in advance.

what methods of payment are accepted?
cash, check, paypal, and credit card; all paypal & credit card transactions incur additional 3% processing fee;
you do not need to be a paypal member to pay with a credit card via paypal.

what are your business hours?
9am-8pm, 7 days-a-week, chat anytime.