Call Us:
813-444-8837
727-433-8837
Servicing:
Hillsborough County
Manatee County
Sarasota County
Pasco County
Pinellas County
Polk County*
Services Provided:
Television Repair
A/V System Setup
Wifi Setup
Remote Control Setup
Smart TV Setup
Ring Doorbell Install/Setup
We Accept:
Hours:
M-F: 9 AM to 6 PM*
Sat: 9 AM to 3 PM*
Sunday: Closed
*Our hours are flexible
1) When can I get a technician out to my home?
If you call before 1pm, usually the same day. We are open Monday – Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM, Saturday: 9 AM to 4 PM, Sunday: Closed.
2) How long does it take to repair my TV?
Our service vehicles are supplied with parts to repair common problems down to the component level. In these cases, we can repair your TV on the initial service call. If a part needs to be ordered, the technician will give you an ETA once we know the supplier.
3) How much will it cost to repair my TV?
We usually suggest that if the TV is 40″ or larger, it is worth the service call fee to diagnose the problem and provide you with an accurate estimate. On average, 85% of our customer approve their repair.
4) Is my TV worth repairing?
This depends on many factors, but ultimately it is your decision. Our technicians are not salesmen and will not persuade you in any direction. We will usually suggest that you repair your TV if the repair cost is approximately half or less than the replacement cost, and if we believe that the TV has five or more years of life left.
5) My screen is cracked. Is it worth fixing?
Simply no. This is a very common question from our customers. Whether your TV was dropped or an object hit the screen, it takes a small force to crack an LCD panel. Once this happens, the only way to repair it is to replace the LCD panel assembly. The cost to replace the LCD panel assembly adds up to be larger than the replacement cost. A typical 60″ LCD screen can range from $600 to $1000 plus $100 – $200 for freight, plus labor to install the panel (this also applies to plasma TVs).
6) Do you hang flat screen TVs on the wall?
Unfortunately, we do not.
7) How do I prevent my TV from failing?
One of the most common problems we see is faulty LEDs, which are the light sources of your TV. Under most circumstances, this is 100% preventable. Set your backlight setting in the TV’s menu to 50%-75%. If you have an OLED TV, reduce the Cell Light setting to 50%-75% to prevent burn-in. I also recommend using a surge protector. If you have a DLP or LCD rear projection, the cooling system requires regular cleaning. Other than that, enjoy watching your TV.
8) What is the best TV to buy?
If it’s your main TV, I recommend an OLED TV from LG. OLED TVs provide a phenomenal picture with deep black levels and vivid color reproduction. Based on our experience, LG TV quality is consistently solid and reliable.
If you’re getting an outdoor TV, I recommend buying the most affordable model that matches your desired size. Outdoor TVs are exposed to elements like high heat and humidity, so try to keep them away from moisture. Several brands make TVs designed for outdoor use, but they are costly and, in my opinion, not worth the cost unless they are exposed to direct moisture.
If it’s a secondary TV, I really like Roku TVs; they are very easy to use after setup and generally dependable. The picture quality isn’t as high as that of some premium brands, but it’s still acceptable. and very affordable.
9) What areas do you service?
We provide in-home TV repair for Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Bradenton, and surrounding areas.
10) How can I dispose of my TV?
For Hillsborough County:
link for general information
link for disposal locations
For Pinellas County:
link for general information and the location
11) How do I prevent my TV from being damaged by lightning?
See our page on Surge Protectors. Panamax makes quality surge protectors. I like models M8-AV and P360-8 for home theater use. They can be purchased easily on Amazon.
12) What is an OLED TV?
An OLED TV is a newer TV technology that is similar to Plasma TVs. OLED stands for organic light-emitting diode. While traditional LED TVs use LEDs to create the light for the image, which then passes through the LCD screen to form the picture, an OLED generates the light in each pixel. The OLED technology is superior, offering better black levels, more accurate color reproduction, and wider viewing angles. I suggest LG OLED TVs.
13) Are OLED TVs prone to burn-in?
Yes, OLED TVs can burn in, just like plasma TVs, but this is not very common in newer models. LG offers some models with a 3-year warranty to give consumers peace of mind.
EXCELLENT Based on 77 reviews Posted on MorganTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend 1st Response Electronics. Michael was extremely professional, very helpful and very communicative about the process from start to finish. The price is very reasonable as well. Don't bother going anywhere else for a TV repair.Posted on EtienneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Can’t recommend Michael enough. He did a superb job and fixed our TV in no time. Saved me about $3000 in the process.Posted on PamelaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Don't waste your time or money calling anybody else! My experience was top tier - easy to schedule, very professional, explained everything in terms I could understand, took great care with handling my TV, fair pricing. I only wish I had called here first. Michael was able to get my TV back to "normal" after a substandard repair by another service months ago. I'll never call anyone else and I highly recommend 1st Response!!Posted on LauraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Quick response to set up appointment, great guidance on tech, happy and courteous, all around positive experience!Posted on DavidTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Every thing was up and running in 15 minutes. Great work! Thanks!Posted on JimTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mike just helped us with a defective TV we had. It was an amazing and unexpected experience. Prompt callback. Arrived exactly on scheduled time, explains repair process in detail, offers cost-effective alternatives to repair, left the workspace clean, and at a very reasonable price.Posted on RickTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fast, capable, accomodating, & affordable. All things Best Buy were not.Posted on IsraelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Iam happy I will recomen him good workPosted on C.K.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The absolute best service you could possibly expect. If you need someone to help you with your television, audiovisual needs, repairs and setting up systems. This is the company you want. I use the entire system in order to have our floors refinish and could not figure out how to put it back together.Mike fit me in at the last minute and spent a considerable amount of time, putting my entire entertainment system back together , including syncing up to my poolside TV. I think very reasonably priced. And the system works better now than it did before. Five stars all the wayPosted on RTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Michael did an excellent job repairing our Sony TV at a very reasonable cost. Would not hesitate to use him again and highly recommend his services. Prompt, courteous, professional and trusted.
Brands We Service
Affinity | Akai | Curtis | Coby | Dell | Dynex | Element | Emerson | Funai | Haier | Hitachi | Hanspree | Hisense | ILO | Insignia | JVC | LG | Magnavox | Mitsuibishi | Naxa | Olevia | Orion | Onn | Philips | Polaroid | RCA | Samsung | Sansui | Sanyo | Sharp | Skyworth | Sony | Supersonic | Symphonic | TCL | Toshiba | Westinghouse| Viewsonic | Vizio | Zenith
Service Areas
Zip Codes We Service
22777 33503 33510 33511 33548 33549 33556 33558 33602 33604 33605 33606 33607 33609 33610 33611 33612 33613 33614 33615 33616 33617 33618 33619 33620 33621 33624 33625 33626 33629 33634 33635 33637 33647 33701 33702 33702 33703 33704 33705 33707 33708 33709 33710 33711 33712 33713 33714 33716 33722 33755 33756 33759 33760 33761 33762 33763 33764 33765 33767 33770 33771 33772 33773 33774 33776 33778 33781 33782 33785 33786 34677 34683 34684 34685 34688 34689 34689 34695 34698