Advanced Electronics Repairs

Component-level motherboard repairs when replacing parts isn’t the answer. Professional microsoldering expertise across UK for devices others can’t fix.

BGA Reballing
Liquid Damage
Power Circuits
Chip Replacement
3000+ Devices Saved
85% Success Rate
11 Years Experience
Advanced motherboard repair UK under microscope

Why Component-Level Repair?

When manufacturers quote thousands for replacement, we fix the actual problem. Serving customers across UK with professional laptop and phone repair solutions.

Microscopic Precision

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

Data Preservation

Unlike replacement, repair keeps your data intact. No need for backups or transfers.

60-90% Savings

Fixing the failed component costs fraction of full board replacement manufacturers suggest.

Environmental Impact

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

Laptop & Phone Components We Repair

Click any component below to learn about our repair capabilities

Laptop power IC repair process

Power Management IC Repairs

The heart of your device’s power system. When these fail, nothing works.

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 process

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/M-series – Security chip problems
  • Qualcomm/MediaTek – Phone 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. X-ray inspection of joints
Phone memory chip replacement

Laptop Memory & Phone Storage Replacement

From soldered RAM to phone storage chips, we replace what others call “unrepairable.”

Memory Repairs:

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

We maintain donor board library for rare memory configurations

GPU reballing preparation

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 corrosion

Liquid Damage Recovery

Water, coffee, wine – we’ve seen it all. Quick action saves devices.

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
Component Replacement

Replace damaged parts

5
Protective Coating

Prevent future damage

Success Rates by Response Time:

< 48 hours
85%
< 1 week
70%
> 1 week
50%
Port repair under microscope

Port & Connector Reconstruction

Ripped charging ports, damaged display connectors – we 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 chip programming

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

Component testing with multimeter

Capacitor & VRM Repairs

Individual component failures cause system instability. We replace at microscopic 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

11 Years of Precision Excellence

What sets Fixfactor apart in component-level repairs

Professional Laptop Repair Equipment

  • AmScope 7x-45x trinocular microscope
  • Jovy RE-8500 BGA rework station
  • FLIR E4 thermal imaging camera
  • Rigol DS1054Z oscilloscope
  • Hakko FM-206 soldering station

Continuous Training

  • IPC-7711/7721 certified technicians
  • Regular manufacturer training
  • Board schematic analysis
  • Latest repair techniques
  • Component sourcing network

Component Inventory

  • 10,000+ components in stock
  • Donor board library
  • Genuine IC suppliers
  • Same-day parts sourcing
  • Obsolete component access

Recent Success Stories

Real repairs, real savings. Every device tells a story.

MacBook Pro 16″ M3
November 2024

Coffee Spill Recovery

Espresso through keyboard. Apple Store: “£1,800 for new logic board, no data recovery possible.”

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
GE Vivid E95 Ultrasound
October 2024

Medical Equipment Rescue

Hospital in Birmingham: Image artifacts, system crashes. Manufacturer: “Model discontinued, £35,000 for replacement unit.”

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 C300 ECU
October 2024

Flood Damage ECU

London flooding submerged engine bay. Mercedes: “£2,400 plus programming, 2 weeks wait.”

Our Solution:

  • Complete disassembly and cleaning
  • BGA processor reballing
  • 6 corroded resistors replaced
  • Conformal coating applied
Cost £450
Saved £1,950
Time 2 days
MSI GE76 Raider
September 2024

RTX 3080 Overheating

GPU at 105°C, constant crashes, artifacts. MSI: “Out of warranty, £1,200 motherboard replacement.”

Our Solution:

  • Full GPU chip reballing
  • Liquid metal thermal interface
  • New thermal pads (2mm Gelid)
  • Custom fan curve optimization
Cost £350
Saved £850
Temp -30°C
iPhone 14 Pro Max
December 2024

No Power After Drop

Device completely dead after 2m fall. Apple: “Beyond repair, £1,099 replacement required.”

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 M2 Ultra
January 2025

Professional Audio Interface Issue

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

Advanced Repair Questions

Everything you need to know about component-level repairs

Signs include: device won’t power on despite charged battery, random shutdowns or restarts, charging issues after port replacement, overheating without heavy use, or if repair shops declared it “unrepairable.” Our free diagnostic reveals if component-level repair can help.

We invest in professional equipment worth £50,000+, maintain component inventory, continuously train our technicians, and work at microscopic level. Most shops only replace modular parts – we repair the actual failed components on circuit boards.

Yes, with 85% success rate if brought within 48 hours. We use ultrasonic cleaning, replace corroded components, and apply protective coating. The key is quick action – corrosion spreads rapidly. Even old liquid damage can sometimes be repaired.

Typically 2-5 business days: 1 day for diagnosis, 1-3 days for repair depending on complexity, 1 day for testing. Rush service available for critical repairs. We provide accurate timeline after initial assessment.

Yes, 6 months warranty on all component-level repairs. This covers the specific components we repaired. If same fault returns, we fix it free. Warranty excludes new issues, physical damage, or liquid damage after repair.

Costs vary: £120-300 for IC replacement, £250-500 for BGA reballing, £150-400 for liquid damage. Price includes diagnosis (£25-50), labour (£60-80/hour), and components (cost +20%). Always cheaper than manufacturer replacement quotes.

You only pay diagnostic fee (£25-50). We’ll explain findings and why repair isn’t viable. Sometimes we can still recover data even if device can’t be fully repaired. About 15% of devices have damage beyond economic repair.

Yes – Apple, Samsung, Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, MSI, Razer, Microsoft, and more. Also specialized 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. We can even prioritize data recovery if device can’t be fully repaired. All work done in secure facility with CCTV monitoring.

Book diagnostic appointment at our Oxford Street or Wimbledon location, or use our mail-in service. We’ll assess your device, explain the issue, and provide fixed quote. No obligation to proceed. Diagnostic fee credited if you approve repair.

Yes, we serve customers throughout the UK via our mail-in repair service. From London to Manchester, Birmingham to Leeds – secure packaging and insured courier collection available nationwide. Local drop-off available at our London locations.

Your Repair Investment

Transparent pricing for professional component-level repairs

Cost Structure

Initial Assessment £25-50

Comprehensive testing including thermal imaging and circuit analysis. Fee credited if repair proceeds.

Technical Labour £60-80/hour

Certified microsoldering technicians. Most repairs require 2-4 hours. Rush service +50%.

Components Cost + 20%

Genuine parts from authorized suppliers. 10,000+ components in stock.

Warranty Included

6-month protection on all repairs. 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%

Device Beyond Simple Repair?

Professional diagnosis reveals your options. Fixed quotes. No surprises.

Expert Analysis
6-Month Warranty
2-5 Day Service
No Fix, No Fee
4.9/5 from 900+ reviews
IPC Certified
Secure Facility