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Best IT Consultants in Richmond, KY (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Richmond: 46Solutions, IFR Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 197 Google reviews.

  2. 7

    Most-reviewed: Computers Plus Repair, 625 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 45 ranked; ranked #7.

Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

45 Richmond IT consultants are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 45 rated IT firms.

Most of this list also appears on the IT consultants in Lexington-Fayette ranking. See IT consultants in Lexington-Fayette

Top 10 IT consultants in Richmond at a glance

Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.

Top 10 IT consultants in Richmond at a glance
RankBusinessIFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
146Solutions635.0★ (197)Lexington, 16 mi away—Overall
2Digital Dropkick634.9★ (148)Georgetown, 35 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Doorstep Technologies595.0★ (3)RichmondSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Wendell Wilson Consulting, LLC584.8★ (22)Richmond——
5The AME Group584.8★ (22)Lexington, 23 mi away——
6Lexington PC Clinic574.9★ (298)Lexington, 24 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Computers Plus Repair564.9★ (625)Lexington, 19 mi away—Most reviews
8Next Century Technologies554.9★ (64)Lexington, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9NetGain Technologies, LLC554.8★ (90)Lexington, 27 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Edwards Managed Technology Computer Consulting535.0★ (6)Lexington, 23 mi away——

The 45 best IT consultants in Richmond, ranked

Ordered by IFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.

  1. Ranked #1 in Richmond

    #1 46Solutions

    Based in Lexington, 16 mi away

    63/100IFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 197 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    430 Blue Sky Pkwy, Lexington, KY 40509
    View profile for 46Solutions(859) 788-4600

  2. #2 Digital Dropkick

    Based in Georgetown, 35 mi away

    63/100IFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 148 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–7 PM
    Address
    319 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Georgetown, KY 40324
    View profile for Digital Dropkick(502) 427-9894

  3. #3 Doorstep Technologies

    Based in Richmond

    59/100IFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–10 PM · Sat 12 AM–12 AM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    View profile for Doorstep Technologies(502) 632-9787

  5. #5 The AME Group

    Based in Lexington, 23 mi away

    58/100IFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews
    Address
    3080 Harrodsburg Rd Ste 104, Lexington, KY 40503
    View profile for The AME Group(859) 253-4284

  6. #6 Lexington PC Clinic

    Based in Lexington, 24 mi away

    57/100IFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 298 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 298 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 5 PM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
    Address
    385 Georgetown St, Lexington, KY 40508
    View profile for Lexington PC Clinic(859) 576-5907

  7. #7 Computers Plus Repair

    Based in Lexington, 19 mi away

    56/100IFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 625 Google reviews, the most in Richmond.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 625 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3120 Pimlico Pkwy #142, Lexington, KY 40517
    View profile for Computers Plus Repair(859) 523-5355

  11. #11 GAAN Technologies, Inc

    Based in Lexington, 23 mi away

    53/100IFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    216 Walton Ave, Lexington, KY 40502
    View profile for GAAN Technologies, Inc(859) 221-1234

  12. #12 Lexington Computer Clinic

    Based in Lexington, 20 mi away

    53/100IFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 112 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 112 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Inside of the Hamburg Meijer's (Next to U.S. BANK, 2155 Paul Jones Way, Lexington, KY 40509
    View profile for Lexington Computer Clinic(859) 263-7374

  13. #13 Roxie IT

    Based in Lexington, 22 mi away

    52/100IFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    710 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40502
    View profile for Roxie IT(833) 769-4348

  14. #14 DevNull Technologies

    Based in Lexington, 22 mi away

    52/100IFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–5:30 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    110 E Lowry Ln, Lexington, KY 40503
    View profile for DevNull Technologies(859) 219-2006

  15. #15 REAL Cyber

    Based in Lexington, 20 mi away

    51/100IFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 76 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1081 Dove Run Rd Unit 203, Lexington, KY 40502
    View profile for REAL Cyber(812) 314-6724

  16. #16 Kentucky Rugged

    Based in Lawrenceburg, 38 mi away

    51/100IFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    110 Railroad St, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
    View profile for Kentucky Rugged(502) 234-2500

  21. #21 Mayfield IT Consulting, LLC

    Based in Lexington, 24 mi away

    50/100IFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    824 Porter Pl Unit 1, Lexington, KY 40508
    View profile for Mayfield IT Consulting, LLC(859) 489-0051

  22. #22 Connected Technologies

    Based in Somerset, 34 mi away

    50/100IFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Connected Technologies(606) 657-4924

  23. #23 ODN Consulting

    Based in Winchester, 18 mi away

    49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    5 Cleveland Ave Ste 306, Winchester, KY 40391
    View profile for ODN Consulting(859) 681-4552

  24. #24 UPTech IT

    Based in Lexington, 20 mi away

    49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1795 Alysheba Way Unit 3201, Lexington, KY 40509
    View profile for UPTech IT(859) 303-9344

  25. #25 Inspiration I.T.

    Based in Somerset, 49 mi away

    49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    530 KY-80 BUS, Somerset, KY 42503
    View profile for Inspiration I.T.(606) 425-5143

How we ranked Richmond IT consultants

We scored 45 Richmond IT consultants on nine factors, weighted as shown. An IT firm is ranked when its service is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

IFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Richmond data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume15%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed IT firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday and 24/7 supportMeasured
Service focus15%How clearly the firm does this service (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its IT Firms Ranked profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The firm links to IT Firms Ranked from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured
Client reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by IT Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an IT consultant

  1. Ask whether the consultant earns commissions or referral fees on products they recommend.
  2. Check experience with projects like yours, and ask for a sample deliverable.
  3. Agree the deliverables, timeline and price for each phase before work starts.
  4. Ask for two or three references from clients of your size and industry, and call them.
  5. Get the scope, response times and price in writing before you sign, including how you leave and get your data back.

Questions to ask an IT consultant

  • Do you receive commissions from any vendor you might recommend?
  • What will we receive at the end of the project?
  • Who will do the work, and what similar projects have they completed?
  • Do you bill hourly, per project or on retainer?
  • Will you work alongside our current IT provider?

Terms explained

MSP (managed service provider)
A firm that runs a business’s IT for a recurring fee: monitoring, patching, help desk, backups and security tools.
Co-managed IT
An arrangement where an outside firm supports an in-house IT person or team, sharing tools and tasks.
Break-fix
IT support paid per incident or per hour, with no monthly agreement.
SLA (service-level agreement)
The contract terms for response and resolution times, uptime and support hours.
Help desk
The support line staff call or email for IT problems.
RMM
Remote monitoring and management software that lets an IT firm watch, patch and fix computers remotely.
vCIO
A virtual chief information officer: part-time IT strategy and budgeting from an outside firm.
MSSP
A managed security service provider: a firm that monitors and manages security tools around the clock.
EDR / MDR
Endpoint detection and response software, and the managed service of people watching its alerts (managed detection and response).
MFA
Multi-factor authentication: a second proof of identity, such as an app prompt, on top of a password.
Penetration test
An authorised, simulated attack on your systems to find weaknesses before criminals do.
SOC 2
An independent auditor’s report (AICPA standard) on a service provider’s security controls.

IT consultants in Richmond: frequently asked questions

Who is the best IT consultant in Richmond?

By IFR Score, the highest-ranked IT consultant in Richmond, KY is 46Solutions with an IFR Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 197 Google reviews. Digital Dropkick (#2) and Doorstep Technologies (#3) follow. We ranked 45 IT consultants on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many IT consultants are there in Richmond?

ITFirmsRanked ranks 45 IT consultants serving Richmond, KY. 2 of them are based in Richmond; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which IT consultants in Richmond work on weekends?

12 of 45 ranked IT consultants post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Digital Dropkick (#2), Doorstep Technologies (#3) and Lexington PC Clinic (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.

What Google rating do Richmond IT consultants have?

The median Google rating among 45 rated IT consultants in Richmond is 5.0★, with a median of 19 reviews. Computers Plus Repair has the most, 625 reviews, and ranks #7. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does ITFirmsRanked rank IT consultants?

Each IT consultant gets a 0–100 IFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), review volume (15%), service focus (15%) and recency (10%). An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only IT firms with a confirmed service and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do IT consultants outside Richmond count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Richmond city center, our service radius for IT consultants. Each listing shows where the IT firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the IFR Score, so a nearby IT firm gets a small edge.

Can IT consultants pay to rank higher on ITFirmsRanked?

No. The IFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured IT firms may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

What does an IT consultant do?

IT consultants advise on technology plans and projects: system selection, cloud migrations, budgets, security and compliance programmes, often as a part-time or virtual CIO.

How are it consultants in Richmond ranked?

By IFR Score: Google rating and review volume, recent reviews, opening hours, how clearly the firm does IT consulting, distance, a claimed profile, our badge and verified client reviews. Sponsored placements never change the order.

When does a business need an IT consultant rather than an IT provider?

For decisions and projects rather than day-to-day support: choosing a new system, planning a cloud move, setting an IT budget, preparing for an audit or reviewing an existing IT provider.

How do IT consultants charge?

By the hour, by the project or on a monthly retainer for ongoing virtual CIO work. Ask for a fixed price or a capped estimate on defined projects.

Update log for Richmond

  1. November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 45 IT consultants serving Richmond.

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