Here is an overview of the two-level repair process for MacBooks

1. Basic MacBook repairs:

A laptop computer from Apple is composed of the following components: a screen, a keyboard, a touchpad, a battery, a hard drive, a wireless card, a logic board, and connecting cables. A faulty part must be identified and replaced. If the spare parts are in stock, this type of Apple MacBook repair can be completed within one business day. London MacBook repair prices include:

1. * MacBook screen replacement or repair
2. * MacBook keyboard replacement
3. * MacBook battery replacement
4. * MacBook trackpad replacement or repair
5. * MacBook SSD upgrades  and data recovery
6. * Mac data backup and OS reload
7. * MacBook Wifi card replacement
8. * MacBook USB & I/O board replacement
9. * MacBook logic board replacement.
10. * MacBook flexgate repair

This level of service is offered by most Apple Mac repair providers, including Apple Stores and authorised Apple Mac repairers (AASPs). Besides providing these basic Mac repair services, Fone Geeks’ technicians extend their expertise deep into the high-tech core of the Apple computer – the Mac logic board. In comparison with a PC, an Apple computer consists of a Mac logic board combined with macOS.

2. Advanced MacBook repairs (chip-level repairs):

For MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and the latest models of MacBook Pro with Touchbar, we provide one-stop Apple Mac repair services in  London. As part of our basic Apple laptop repair service, if we find a faulty logic board in your MacBook, we will inform you before proceeding with the chip-level repair. Typically, we work on smaller components (chips) on the logic board of MacBooks, including CPUs, GPUs, ICs, transistors, resistors, capacitors, etc. In order to replace the faulty chips without damaging the surrounding chips, we must identify them among the many thousands on the board. The process is repeated until all faulty chips have been found and replaced, as well as all functionality and stability tests have been passed. A comprehensive understanding of the Apple Mac logic board designs – the electronic schematic diagrams – is essential for performing the task effectively and economically. This requires specific electronic knowledge, detective reasoning skills, micro-soldering skills, experience, and appropriate equipment.

An overview of the MacBook water damage repair process

The most common cause of Mac computer failure is water damage to the MacBook. You may suffer mild or fatal damage to your Macbook if you expose it to water, such as keyboard failure or a burned hole in the logic board. Under a microscope, we will examine the logic board. All burnt or corroded chips will be replaced. In order to troubleshoot the remaining faulty chips, we use Apple logic board schematic diagrams and advanced equipment. An ultrasonic cleaner will be used to clean the logic board after it has been repaired, and then the board will be dried in an oven before it can be assembled.

It may also be necessary to clean or replace the MacBook screen, case, keyboard, touchpad, and battery, depending on the situation. In order to conduct a final comprehensive test, all parts will be reassembled back into the MacBook case.

Problem with the graphics card on the MacBook Pro

GPU failures are common in some MacBook Pro models. These include the 11 A1286 15″ model and the 11 A1297 17″ model. In order to resolve the problem permanently, we removed the faulty AMD GPU and rewired the screen directly to the Intel integrated graphics chip. After Apple ended its GPU recall program in December 2016, we began offering these services to fix the MacBook Pro graphics card. Throughout the past two years, we have completed hundreds of repairs without any return for a second repair, no software compatibility issues, no firmware upgrade issues, and no PRAM reset issues. Currently, it is the most reliable and trouble-free solution available.

About us

In 2000, we founded Fone Geeks and have been providing high-quality Apple computer repair services in London ever since. Our team of Mac doctors is one of the best in London. We are dedicated to being the best computer repair service in London, and we know our customers can sense that difference.

Frequently Asked Questions:

My MacBook has been damaged by a spilled drink, and I am unable to start it. What can be done about it?

Certainly. There is a possibility that the drink will cause corrosion to the electronic components on the Mac logic board, such as resistors and capacitors. In order to resolve the issue, we will replace the faulty chips with new ones. Performing component-level repairs is the highest level of Mac repair. It can be repaired within two days. You will be able to get your Mac back to work in the most economical way possible.

My MacBook Pro has been damaged by water. Can you recover the data on it?

Yes, of course. Depending on whether your Mac has a removable hard drive, we may be able to retrieve the data directly from the drive. To access your data, we need to repair the logic board in your MacBook if the SSD chips are soldered to it. A special data recovery tool can be used to access the onboard SSD chips on some MacBook models.

My Mac’s startup desk is nearly full. Can you fix this?

Yes. Depending on your situation, we can perform a hard drive cleanup and free up some space on it. With the prices of SSD drives dropping, it is a better solution to migrate all your applications and data to a bigger, faster, and more reliable SSD drive. Depending on your requirements and budget, you may choose the SSD drive capacity that is appropriate for you.

Can I upgrade my MacBook SSD drive?

You can upgrade the SSD drive if your MacBook has a removable drive. These models include MacBook Pro A1708, A1398, A1502, A1425 and MacBook Air A1466, A1465, A1370, A1369. All MacBooks with SSD chips soldered on the logic board are not upgradable. These models include MacBook Pro A2289, A2251, A2159, A2141, A1990, A1989, A1707, A1706, MacBook Air A2179, A1932 and 12″ MacBook A1534. You can find the model number on the back case.