MacBook Water Damage Repair; Liquid Spills, Corrosion & No-Power

MacBook liquid damage repair costs $125 to $625 depending on which components the spill reached: keyboards run $175 to $350, trackpads $125 to $250, and logic board repairs $250 to $425 for most models (rare cases requiring donor boards reach ~$625). The first step after any spill is to power the MacBook off immediately; electricity flowing through wet circuits accelerates corrosion and raises repair cost. We perform component-level logic board repair, not the $750 to $1,600 full-board replacements Apple quotes. Every repair starts with ultrasonic cleaning to remove corrosion from under BGA chips and shielding where a toothbrush cannot reach, followed by diagnosis under a microscope to identify and replace each damaged component. Free evaluation, no fix = no charge on qualifying board repairs. Walk in to our Austin lab or mail your MacBook in from anywhere in the U.S.

We fix spill damage the right way: component-level logic board repair, ultrasonic cleaning, and replacement of liquid-damaged parts. Free estimate, no pressure, no data / no fix = no charge. Visit our Austin lab or use our nationwide mail-in service.

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Problems we fix on liquid-damaged MacBooks

• Not turning on
• Freezing / random shutdowns
• No light or image on the screen
• Not charging the battery
• Keys not working properly
• Trackpad not working properly

How we repair spill damage

• Component-level logic board repair (no unnecessary board swaps)
• Repair what's broken to save cost and time
• Ultrasonic cleaning of corroded components (far beyond the "alcohol & toothbrush" myth)
• 90-day warranty on our work

What Liquid Damage Repair Customers Say

4.9 across 1,837+ verified Google reviews

December 28, 2023

“I was a big fan of Rossmann. I have been watching him on YouTube for years. Naturally, when I was having a hardware problem with my Framework Laptop, I was so excited to be able to use the business owned by one of my heroes. I emailed them in advance since I know they focus on Apple Product repair. They emailed me warning it may take several weeks. I thought to myself. I can wait as long as it takes, I just want my issue resolved so I shipped it out. The issue was after a spill on the charge port the machine would periodically stop charging and need the power cable re-seated.”

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August 13, 2019

“HIGHLIGHT & CONCLUSION ******Overall I'm having a good experience with this store because they have great customer services, best third party replacement parts, justify price for those replacement parts, short estimate waiting time to fix the device, 1 year warranty, and good prediction of pricing and the device life conditions whether it can fix it or not.”

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February 11, 2020

“What can I say other than cheers...your are an oasis in a desert of planned obsolescence! Some water damage had my MacBook Air acting up...smc non resettable, fans running constantly, then my keyboard bugged out with nonsense coming from all of its keys... Genius Bar quoted me a repair requiring an entire logic board replacement...was my 2015 Air even worth that cost anymore?”

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August 29, 2022

“Sent Rossmann Repair a 5 year old MacBook Air that had water spilled on it and would not boot up. The Apple Genius Bar had stated that with the damage from the liquid it was not worth repairing (too costly / no guarantee it would continue to work). Within a few days I received a notification from Rossmann that it had been fixed and I only owed $25 for return shipping.”

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MacBook liquid damage repair; mail it in or come to our store

You poured water, juice, or beer into your laptop. Don't panic; this is what we fix for a living. You'll receive an assessment of exactly what the spill damaged and what needs to be repaired at no charge. If it's not worth fixing, you can take it back at no cost. If you're local, stop by our Austin store. If you're not, mail your MacBook in for a free estimate.

Spill damage corrodes sensitive components; but it's not unfixable. At Apple, you'll often hear $750-$1600 flat-rate quotes to replace the entire board. That's a board swap. We prefer engineering: repair usable parts you already own and restore functionality at a fair price.

Important: if liquid gets inside, stop using the MacBook immediately. Powering it on lets electricity flow through wet, shorted components and makes corrosion worse. Minimizing damage early increases the chance of a fast, affordable repair.

Severe corrosion from MacBook water damage

Even severe corrosion is repairable; but early shutdown helps.

Technician performing MacBook liquid damage repair

When you come to Rossmann's, we fix it

What sets Rossmann Repair Group apart? Many shops outsource board repair because they don't have the tools or experience. That causes delays, surprises, and a game of telephone between you and a third-party lab.

With us, the buck stops here. We repair your MacBook and its logic board in-house. We've taught thousands of technicians via free YouTube content, guides and personal instruction.

Watch: Liquid damage in real time (microscope)

This clip starts exactly where corrosion becomes visible (03:06). You'll see bubbles and "paths" form as electricity flows through moisture on the logic board; and how the reaction stops the moment power is cut. This is why we say: after a spill, power it off.

What the on-screen numbers mean

Upper-left: PPBUS_G3H; the main power rail on MacBook logic boards. It should sit around 12.56-12.6 V. When water hits, you'll see it jump toward ~17 V and then sag; clear evidence the circuit isn't regulating normally. Sending 17 volts to things that expect 12 volts ends bad!
Bubbles / movement: that's an electrochemical reaction actively corroding components. When power is cut, the bubbles stop because the reaction stops.

• Voltage shouldn't swing like this; moisture creates shorts and backfeed.
• Re-powering while wet accelerates damage and raises repair cost/time.
• Powering off immediately limits corrosion and improves repair outcomes.

Before & after

Before: heavy corrosion on MacBook logic board — Before

After: cleaned and repaired MacBook board — After

At the time of photographing, that board alone cost ~$750 as a part. We repaired it for $325; and it's still alive & kicking.

Typical repair pricing

Pricing depends on model and the extent of corrosion/part damage. Here's a realistic range based on thousands of successful repairs:

Keyboard

$175-$350 (model dependent)

Trackpad

$125-$250 (model dependent)

Logic Board Repair

$250-$425 (most); rare/newer cases up to ~$625 when donor boards are required

Board + Keyboard + Trackpad

$300-$625 (model dependent)

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Frequently asked questions

Can a MacBook with water damage be repaired?

Yes. Most spill-damaged boards can be restored with proper cleaning and component-level repair. The sooner it's powered off and dried (don't keep trying to turn it on), the better your odds.

Does Apple cover water damage?

Liquid damage is not covered under standard Apple warranties. Apple often quotes high flat-rate board replacements. We repair at the component level, which is usually more affordable.

How much does liquid damage repair cost?

It depends on what the liquid damaged. Typical ranges: keyboard $175–$350, trackpad $125–$250, logic board repair $250–$425 (rare cases up to ~$625 when donor parts are required).

Will my MacBook Air work after spilled water?

Usually, yes, after proper cleaning and repair. Do not keep turning it on; that spreads damage. Bring it in or mail it to our lab for a free estimate.

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Free evaluation. No data = no charge. Mail-in from anywhere in the U.S.

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