Microsoldering & Motherboard Repairs

Component-level motherboard repairs when replacing parts isn’t the answer. Expert microsoldering for devices others can’t fix, serving customers across London and surrounding areas.

BGA Reballing
Liquid Damage
Power Circuits
Chip Replacement
Professional motherboard repair London - microsoldering under microscope

Why Motherboard Repair?

When manufacturers quote thousands for replacement, we fix the actual problem at our London locations.

Microsoldering Precision

Components smaller than rice grains require 45x magnification, precision soldering tools, and steady hands trained over years.

Data Preservation

Unlike replacement, repair keeps your data intact. No need for backups or transfers. We also offer professional data recovery when needed.

60-90% Savings

Fixing the failed component at our London workshop costs a fraction of the full board replacement manufacturers suggest.

Environmental Impact

Repair reduces electronic waste. One fixed board saves manufacturing resources for new device.

Motherboard Components We Repair in London

Select any component to learn about our repair capabilities

Laptop power IC repair London - component-level service

Power Management IC Repairs

The heart of your device’s power system. When these fail, nothing works — and microsoldering is often the only way to replace them.

Common Power IC Failures:

  • CD3217 (MacBook USB-C) – Won’t charge after wrong adapter
  • Tristar/Hydra (iPhone) – Bootloop, no charging detection
  • ISL9239 (Laptop charging) – Battery not recognized
  • TPS51980A (Power delivery) – Random shutdowns
Diagnosis Time 1-2 hours
Repair Time 2-4 hours
Success Rate 85%
Typical Cost £150-350
BGA reballing London - motherboard laptop repair

CPU & Chipset BGA Reballing

Heat cycles crack solder joints under processors. We remove, reball, and reinstall with precision.

BGA Chips We Service:

  • Intel PCH – Platform controller hub failures
  • AMD Chipsets – System instability issues
  • Apple T2/T3 – Security chip repair & restoration
  • Qualcomm/MediaTekPhone processor repairs

BGA Reballing Process:

  1. Thermal profiling & preheating
  2. Chip removal at 380°C controlled heat
  3. Old solder cleaning & pad preparation
  4. Stencil alignment & solder paste application
  5. Ball formation & chip replacement
  6. Microscope inspection & functional testing
Phone motherboard repair London - memory chip replacement

Memory & Storage — Repair and Upgrade

From soldered RAM to phone storage chips — we repair, replace, and upgrade components others call “unrepairable.”

Memory & Storage Services:

  • LPDDR4/5 RAM – MacBook & ultrabook memory repair
  • eMMC/UFS – Phone storage replacement
  • SSD Controller – Data recovery & repair
  • NAND Flash – Direct chip transplant
  • RAM/Storage Upgrades – Soldered memory and storage capacity upgrades

We also upgrade soldered RAM and storage on laptops and phones. At £85/hour (typically 2-4 hours), we’ll quote you upfront so you can decide if the upgrade makes sense for your device. Donor board library available for rare configurations.

Gaming laptop GPU repair London - BGA reballing

GPU Reballing & Thermal Solutions

Graphics chips run hot. Solder joints fail. We restore full contact and upgrade cooling.

GPU Services:

  • Gaming Laptop GPUs – RTX 3070/3080/4070/4080
  • MacBook dGPU – AMD Radeon Pro series
  • Desktop Cards – High-end GPU revival
  • Thermal Optimization – Liquid metal upgrade

Temperature Results:

Before
105°C
After
75°C
Liquid damage motherboard repair London

Liquid Damage Recovery

Water, coffee, wine – we’ve seen it all. Quick action saves devices. Learn more about our liquid damage repair service.

Our 5-Step Protocol:

1
Emergency Teardown

Complete disassembly within 30 minutes

2
Ultrasonic Cleaning

Remove all contamination

3
Microscopic Inspection

Identify corroded components

4
Microsoldering Repair

Replace corroded components

5
Protective Coating

Prevent future damage

Success Rates by Response Time:

< 48 hours
85%
< 1 week
70%
> 1 week
50%
Laptop port repair London - microscopic precision

Port & Connector Reconstruction

Ripped charging ports, damaged display connectors — we use microsoldering to rebuild from PCB level.

Port Repairs:

  • USB-C/Thunderbolt – Full trace reconstruction
  • HDMI/DisplayPort – Pin-level repair
  • Audio Jacks – 3.5mm port replacement
  • FPC Connectors – Display/keyboard ribbons

Beyond Simple Replacement:

When ports are torn from boards, we rebuild PCB traces, recreate pad connections, and reinforce mounting points for lasting repair.

BIOS recovery London - firmware repair

BIOS & Firmware Recovery

Failed updates, corrupted firmware, forgotten passwords – we restore boot capability.

BIOS Services:

  • BIOS Recovery – Failed update restoration
  • ME Region Repair – Intel Management Engine
  • Password Removal – BIOS/UEFI bypass
  • Chip Programming – Direct SPI flash

Professional Tools:

CH341A programmers, SOIC clips, custom firmware extraction

Motherboard diagnostics London - component testing

Capacitor & VRM Repairs

Individual component failures cause system instability. We microsolder replacements at component level.

Component Repairs:

  • Blown Capacitors – Polymer/ceramic replacement
  • MOSFETs – Power stage failures
  • Voltage Regulators – Multi-phase VRM
  • Inductors – Coil whine solutions

Working with Miniature Components:

0201 size (0.6mm × 0.3mm) – smaller than sesame seeds

12+ Years of Precision Excellence

What sets Fixfactor apart in motherboard repairs across London

Professional Equipment

  • AmScope 7x-45x trinocular microscope
  • Jovy RE-8500 BGA rework station
  • FLIR thermal imaging camera
  • Rigol DS1054Z oscilloscope
  • JBC NASE-2C soldering station

Continuous Training

  • Passionate technicians with years of experience
  • Continuously upskilling through training
  • Board schematic analysis
  • Latest repair techniques
  • Component sourcing network

Component Inventory

  • Many components in stock
  • Established supplier partnerships
  • Donor board library
  • Genuine IC suppliers
  • Same-day parts sourcing

Repair Examples

Based on real repairs we’ve completed. Costs and timelines are representative.

MacBook Pro 16″
Laptop

Coffee Spill Recovery

Coffee through keyboard. Apple quoted ~£1,800 for logic board replacement, no data recovery offered.

Our Solution:

  • Ultrasonic cleaning of entire board
  • Replaced corroded CD3217 USB-C controller
  • Rebuilt 3 damaged capacitors
  • Applied conformal coating
Cost £320
Saved £1,480
Time 3 days
Medical Ultrasound System
Medical

Medical Equipment Rescue

Hospital ultrasound: image artifacts, system crashes. Manufacturer quoted over £30,000 for replacement — model being phased out.

Our Solution:

  • Thermal imaging revealed failing BGA memory
  • Full reballing of two DDR3 chips
  • Replaced degraded thermal interface
  • 48-hour stress testing
Cost £800
Saved £34,200
Time 5 days
Mercedes ECU
Automotive

Flood Damage ECU

Flooding submerged engine bay. Dealer quoted ~£2,400 plus programming with weeks of waiting.

Our Solution:

  • Complete disassembly and cleaning
  • BGA processor reballing
  • 6 corroded resistors replaced
  • Conformal coating applied
Cost £450
Saved £1,950
Time 2 days
Gaming Laptop
Gaming

GPU Overheating at 105°C

Dedicated GPU hitting 105°C — constant crashes and artifacts. Manufacturer: out of warranty, ~£1,200 motherboard replacement.

Our Solution:

  • Full GPU chip reballing
  • Liquid metal thermal interface
  • New thermal pads throughout
  • Full thermal system overhaul
Cost £350
Saved £850
Temp -30°C
iPhone Pro Max
Phone

No Power After Drop

Completely dead after a fall. Apple Store: “Beyond repair” — full replacement at over £1,000.

Our Solution:

  • Diagnosed cracked solder joint on PMU
  • Microsoldering repair of power rails
  • Replaced damaged capacitor array
  • Full board inspection and testing
Cost £280
Saved £819
Time 24 hours
Mac Studio
Desktop

Professional Audio Interface Issue

Music studio: Thunderbolt ports stopped recognizing audio interfaces. Critical for recording sessions. Apple quoted full unit replacement.

Our Solution:

  • Traced fault to Thunderbolt controller
  • Precision rework of TB4 chip
  • Restored all port functionality
  • Enhanced grounding for studio use
Cost £520
Saved £3,680
Time 4 days

Motherboard Repair Questions

Everything you need to know about advanced repairs

Common signs your device needs component-level repair:

  • Won’t power on despite charged battery
  • Random shutdowns or restarts
  • Charging issues after port replacement
  • Overheating without heavy use
  • Other repair shops declared it “unrepairable”

Our diagnostic service (£39–49) reveals whether component-level repair can help. The assessment fee is credited towards your repair cost if you proceed.

Most repair shops only replace modular parts — screens, batteries, ports. We use microsoldering to repair the actual failed components on the circuit board itself.

At our London workshops, we invest in professional microsoldering equipment worth £50,000+, maintain extensive component inventory, and continuously train our technicians to work under the microscope.

Yes — with 85% success rate if brought within 48 hours. The key is quick action, as corrosion spreads rapidly.

Our process includes ultrasonic cleaning, replacing corroded components, and applying protective conformal coating. Even older liquid damage can sometimes be repaired.

Learn more about our liquid damage service.

Typically 2–5 business days:

  • 1 day for diagnosis
  • 1–3 days for repair (depending on complexity)
  • 1 day for testing and quality control

Rush service available for critical repairs. We provide an accurate timeline after initial assessment.

Yes — 6 months warranty on all component-level repairs covering the specific components we repaired. If the same fault returns, we fix it free.

Warranty excludes new issues, physical damage, or liquid damage occurring after the repair.

Our core service is motherboard repair — restoring devices to full working condition. We don’t offer modifications as a standard service, as each mod requires dedicated preparation, sourcing specific parts, and often learning a new method.

That said, we’re open to individual enquiries. If you understand that this type of work may require several hours of research and labour at our rate of ~£85/hour, we’re happy to discuss your project.

For bulk or ongoing collaboration, we’re confident we can find an arrangement that works for both sides.

Our labour rate is £85/hour, with most repairs taking 2–4 hours. Typical repair costs:

  • IC replacement — £120–300
  • BGA reballing — £250–500
  • Liquid damage — £150–400

Initial assessment (£39–49) is credited towards your total if you proceed. Components charged at cost +20%. Typically 60–90% less than manufacturer replacement quotes.

You only pay the assessment fee (£39–49). We’ll explain our findings and why repair isn’t viable.

We can often still recover data even if the device can’t be fully repaired. About 15% of devices have damage beyond economic repair.

Yes — all major brands including Apple, Samsung, Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, MSI, Razer, and Microsoft.

We also repair specialised equipment: medical devices, industrial controllers, automotive ECUs, professional audio gear, and vintage electronics.

Absolutely. Component-level repair doesn’t require data erasure — your storage remains untouched throughout the process.

We can even prioritise data recovery if the device can’t be fully repaired. All work is done in a secure facility with CCTV monitoring.

Book a diagnostic appointment at our Victoria or Wimbledon location in London, or use our mail-in service for customers outside the area.

We’ll assess your device, explain the issue, and provide a fixed quote. No obligation to proceed — diagnostic fee is credited if you approve repair.

We serve customers across London with two convenient locations plus nationwide mail-in service:

  • Victoria — near Victoria Station, SW1V 1LW
  • Wimbledon — 136 Kingston Road, SW19 1LY

You can also send your device securely via courier. Same expert service regardless of how you reach us.

Your Repair Investment

Transparent pricing for professional component-level repairs

Cost Structure

Initial Assessment £39-49

Professional diagnostic service: £39 standard, £49 if previously serviced elsewhere. Non-refundable but credited towards total repair cost if you proceed.

Technical Labour £85/hour

Experienced microsoldering technicians. Most repairs require 2-4 hours. Rush service available at +50%.

Components Cost + 20%

Genuine parts from authorized suppliers. Extensive stock and established supplier network.

Warranty 6-12 months

Parts: 6-12 months warranty (depending on supplier). Labour: 6 months warranty. Same fault = free fix.

Typical Repairs

MacBook liquid damage £200-450
iPhone no power £120-280
GPU reballing £300-550
Laptop overheating £250-450
USB-C port repair £150-300
ECU water damage £350-650
Medical equipment £400-800
BIOS recovery £100-250

Average saving vs manufacturer: 75%

Need Motherboard Repair in London?

Professional diagnosis at our London workshop reveals your options. Fixed quotes. No surprises.

Expert Analysis
6-Month Warranty
2-5 Day Service
No Hidden Costs
220k+ devices repaired
Data preserved