How Much To Repair My Liquid Damaged Macbook Air?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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On a Macbook Air , it is riveted into the case, increasing complexity of the , so the price goes up to

$225 + tax

. On the Macbook Pro Retina, it is even more involved with adhesed in battery removal being required, so the price goes up to $250 + tax.

How much does it cost to fix water damage to MacBook?

With AppleCare+, you're covered for two accidental damages, which includes liquid damage. A liquid damage repair with AppleCare+ would cost you

$300 on top of the $380 price of AppleCare+ for a 15-inch MacBook Pro

.

Can you fix a liquid damaged MacBook air?

The most common issues are trackpad/keyboard damage, screen cable burning out due to high voltage line for LCD backlight, battery not being recognized, or it just not turning on. When these issues occur,

the MacBook with water damage can be repaired by replacing or fixing the affected parts at component level

.

How do I fix my water damaged MacBook air?

Does Apple repair water damage Macbooks?

The bottom line is that

Apple will not repair water-damaged Macs

, regardless if you have an AppleCare+ plan or not. At best you may be able to get it serviced by a third-party shop that specializes with this type of damage.

Does Apple repair water damage?


Apple basically does not “fix” water-damaged iPhones

. However, it is up to the Apple technician to determine if that's the case … and, if it is, liquid-damage is not covered under the one year limited warranty and the phone replacement would come at full cost.

How much does Apple charge for water damage?

iPhone Model Average Repair Cost
iPhone 7, 7 Plus


$95.00
iPhone 8 & 8 Plus $105.00 iPhone X, XR, XS & XS Max $249.00 – $299.00 iPhone 11, 11 Pro & Pro Max $199.00 – $329.00

Are MacBook Airs waterproof?

We've all heard stories of people who dropped their iPhone in water without any permanent damage. This is promising, but your MacBook is not the same. Unlike a new iPhone, Apple Watch, or even the AirPods Pro,

your MacBook is not water resistant

. And it certainly isn't waterproof.

Does MacBook warranty cover water damage?

Damage to Mac computers and accessories due to liquid exposure is not covered by the Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty or the AppleCare Protection Plan (APP).

Can a drop of water damage a MacBook?

If you take an eye dropper and drop a few drops into the keyboard with tap water in the middle of the keyboard

the risk is very little as the water will evaporate

and the keyboard design was improved in the 2018 models with rubber gussets which will control the spill as you can see here: MacBook Pro 13′′ Touch Bar 2018 …

Is liquid damage covered by AppleCare?


Liquid damage to iPhone or iPod isn't covered by warranty

– “AppleCare+ for iPhone extends your coverage (1) and includes up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage every 24 months. Each incident is subject to a service fee of $29 for screen damage, or $99 for any other damage, plus applicable tax.”

Can I put my MacBook in rice?


While the rice-in-the-bag technique or leaving the laptop upside-down may lead to short-term success, what happens afterward is not good

. Your MacBook's OS may start to run slower; the keyboard can stop working, or, in some humorous cases, trackpads can feel possessed.

What happens if Apple finds water damage?

iPhone and most iPod devices are equipped with Liquid Contact Indicators (LCIs) that you can see from the outside. An LCI will activate when it contacts water or a liquid containing water. The indicator's color is normally white or silver, but when it contacts water or a liquid containing water,

it will turn fully red

.

Does AppleCare cover water damage 12?


No, neither the original one year warranty nor the 2 year AppleCare+ extended warranty covers water damage

. However, AppleCare+ does cover up to 2 instances of hardware damage, including water damage, with a deductible. Water damage is not covered regardless of whether you have AppleCare or AppleCare+.

Can Apple diagnostics detect water damage?


Neither will something like drying a Mac after the Mac has sustained water or liquid contact, unless the water contact actually damaged something that is then detectable in the diagnostic test

.

Can you buy AppleCare after?

AppleCare coverage is offered when purchasing a Mac from Apple on its website and in stores, but

you can also add it after the fact

. Even if you didn't purchase your Mac from Apple, you can extend your warranty to three years and add physical damage protection within the first year of your original purchase.

How much do MacBook Airs cost?

Pricing for the 2020 MacBook Air

starts at $999

which is $100 cheaper than the previous-gen model's entry price. This year's base model packs a 13.3-inch (2560 x 1600) Retina Display, a 1.1 GHz 10th Gen Intel Core i3 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB solid state drive.

Are Macs worth the money?

But is it worth the price? Well,

if you need a true workhorse of a laptop and you want to stay in the Apple ecosystem, I'd say this MacBook Pro is very much worth the price

. Frankly, even if you're not in the Apple ecosystem, this machine is worth the switch if you need a powerful laptop.

Can water damage a laptop?

Whether it's a cup of tea, a bottle of water or a glass of wine,

if you've got a drink next to your laptop, you run the risk of possible liquid damage

. It's easy to panic if the worst happens, but act quickly and you can save your laptop from the worst of a spill.

David Martineau
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David Martineau
David is an interior designer and home improvement expert. With a degree in architecture, David has worked on various renovation projects and has written for several home and garden publications. David's expertise in decorating, renovation, and repair will help you create your dream home.