Mario is the man. Last year, I took my gaming PC in for diagnosis and repair when it was experiencing problems beyond my ability to fix on my own. Mario not only figured out the problem but also guided me to the most cost-effective solution, pointing me to a warranty I otherwise would have ignored to replace a part free of charge. He saved me money, and he fixed my computer. If you live in the Somerville area and need help with your computer, I can't recommend Somerville Computers enough. read more

Mario is competent, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. He delivers great value to his customers. He handles Apple systems as well as Windows systems. He is also knowledgeable about Linux systems. His small shop has video recording security. read more

The information that I was given and I also signed up for classes and right also signed up for volunteering it was my first time doing the computer class so I am waiting on that sometime in April read more

We've been going to Mario for 20yrs for buying used machines for the whole family as well as repairs and have always found him both friendly and fair. read more

I'm writing a second review for Mario - at Somerville Computers, for the wonderful service he provides to all his customers. Mario did a superb job fixing my old computer up and giving it a new keyboard and fan. I am very happy with his work and trust him totally as he is a very honest and fair person. read more

Great friendly service, fast and efficient repairs, and reasonably priced! He even waited a few minutes after closing so we could pick it up in time. I highly recommend this shop for computer repairs! read more

When a company doesn't have a website, word of mouth is important. You may hear the bad but you also need to hear the good too. I had a laptop that wouldn't power up. No matter what. Tried everything. I called and spoke with Mario at Somerville Computers. He told me that there would be a $35 diagnostic fee to figure out what is wrong, but if was able to fix it, the fee would be waived. Needless to say, he was able to get my computer back up and running for parts and labor. He did find a few things that were also issues (that I sorta knew about) but at the same time I don't feel like personally diving into my laptop to get fixed. He kept me updated throughout the process and I will be going back to get the rest of the items on this laptop fixed and bring in a second laptop that has additional issues. read more

I would give Mario ten stars if I could. Fast, technically accurate, great customer service and reasonable pricing. He saved me from jumping off a bridge because I did something stupid and got a virus. Highly, highly recommended. read more

Mário os very knowledgeable and patient, He was able to save all my data and get my computer up and running. I'll recommend this place it's definitely a 5 star computer shop. read more

Extremely helpful! Able to help me in a last minute emergency. Quality work and great service

There are only 2 things I know about my laptop and Somerville Computers. 1) I paid for virus removal and system upgrade. 2) The damned thing did not work any better, in fact it functioned worse, after I got it back. Perhaps I blame them because of my own ignorance. Perhaps I should have questioned them at length about what precisely they would do, what the intended consequences would be, and how successful they had been upon completion. Or perhaps they should have taken more than 60 seconds to initiate some sort of explanation themselves. Either way, not a success. read more

I was skeptical about Somerville Computers especially since it's a small shop with no website in Somerville. However, the owner, Mario is very courteous and quick to explain in a polite way the work that he is going to do on your computer. My case today was a minor one - I'd stripped the screw of my new samsung laptop as I tried to upgrade the memory and couldn't get the damn thing out. Even though the laptop is in warranty, sending it back to Samsung was going to be more of a hassle and time I didn't want to go through (warranty does not cover shipping laptop to Samsung in Texas) So I decided to give Somerville computers a chance. Mario tried to remove it immediately but couldn't. He had a lot of customers waiting in line so he asked me to leave it behind and he'd try later on. I was skeptical that he was going to make it seem like it took forever to fix. However, 2hrs later he called me back and let me know my laptop was ready. On getting there, he only charged me $5 and as a courtesy replaced my screw with a new one. Note: that he usually charges a $35 diagnostic fee. It's nice to know that there are still some honest small businesses out there in Somerville and that's why I'm writing this review. Hope it helps others out there. read more

Today is the day I write my first Yelp interview. My experience at first was a positive one. I felt taken care of because he kept doing small things for "free." But, then it became a very sketchy, inappropriate situation. I always try to see the good in people, so I assumed he was being nice when he cleaned it beyond what the basic repair (which was billed under my warranty) and was as an "extra." But the next time I came in, I debated fixing issue #2, and since it was minor, I didn't end up fixing it. He made some comment I didn't think anything of, saying, "oh, I did that on purpose so you would come back to see me." (Something like that. Yes, really.) I went back one final time because there was now an issue with his initial repair, so I assumed he had to fix it. When he fixed (replaced my monitor,) he took off the middle connecting part. (Pardon, as I do not know the technical name for this.) It was returned to me cracked, and soon fell off. I knew it was cracked, but when your schedule is as busy as mine is, you try to deal with it until it's a major issue. So I bought it back for him to fix it. To be in touch about timing more easily (and because I wasn't able to talk on the phone at the time due to laryngitis,) I had him text me. What did he do? HE GLUED it on. Glue. On my computer. And here is where it really gets sketchy. He wrote to me, "You know you're my beautiful customer and I'm doing my best to please you. Hehehehe." I wish I was kidding. However, I have the text to prove it. So, now I'm disgusted and at this point I know I'm never coming back. But, of course I had to pick up my computer in person, and he suggests that he can order the part next time (why didn't you give me this option before you glued it!?) and that I can come back in a week. After it became crystal clear to me that he was looking at me inappropriately, no, I will not be coming back! AND NOW, my bottom bar on my computer doesn't work. He all but fully admitted to messing with things to "fix" my computer and then make it worse. Honest? Ha! How about you show some respect to women and don't take advantage of them? Who wants to place a bet that this would have been completely different if I was a man? I should have questioned this earlier, and I hope I can save another female from coming in by reading this. Thanks to your shoddy repairs, I couldn't complete my online freelance job interview this morning. Please note that I am NOT the only person to say "the damned thing did not work any better, in fact it functioned worse, after I got back." Sincerely, Anonymous and disgusted. read more

After a disastrous attempt to replace a computer screen at another repair shop in Brookline, I went to Somerville Computers to get a quote for the replacement and repair. Mario was incredibly professional and friendly. He gave a very reasonable quote and provided a paper invoice to document the quote as well. He completed the repair in amazing time, and I am very grateful! I would highly recommend this shop to anyone I know. read more

This morning I will be calling Somerville Computer for a new problem that came up. (Suddenly the screen size got way too big and cannot be corrected using the usual techniques that have worked in the past with with Windows.) Based on past experience for 4-5 other computer and printer problems, I know it will get straightened out for a reasonable price. The first time I visited the store it turned out the printer was not savable. Despite spending over an hour diagnosing the problem, Mario charged me NOTHING, simply saying, "I couldn't help you this time." (He did not try to sell me a new printer either.) Who charges NOTHING these days? I use my computer a lot and have been back several times--once with a major software problem. I have been extremely pleased with the efficient and courteous service at reasonable prices. Ann M, Cambridge read more

I went here to get my computer issue quoted and after providing me with a quote, I decided it was better to just get a new laptop. I didn't feel pressured or obligated to continue with the repair and thought the service was fast and accurate! No complaints, great service and planning to go back for future repairs! read more

I kept beating on my computer, and this guy kept fixing it, year in and year out. A computer that should have lasted one year has now lasted four and counting, thanks to his frequent, always capable, and always reasonable repairs. An honest man with an honest business. You can't put a price on that. read more

I have had a great experience there. I got my hard drive replaced and data off my old hard drive. Price is right and service is too.