laptop repair
mac repair
mac repairs
Welcome to your one-stop solution for MacBook and laptop board-level repairs!
I’m not just another repair tech—I’m the guy who handles board-level repairs for over 30 repair shops across the UK. Yes, while you might not always see my name on the shop’s door, chances are, if you’re not coming to me directly, they are. Why pay them a markup when you can go straight to the source and get the job done for less?
I pride myself on honesty, transparency, and keeping you in the loop every step of the way. Need updates? I’ll send them right to your WhatsApp. Whether you’re in Birmingham and want to drop it off or prefer to mail it to me (with free return postage, of course), I make the process as easy and stress-free as possible.
So, let’s get your device back in tip-top shape and save you a little extra cash along the way.
Whatsapp me now on 07970 271240
View a full list of the repair services I offer here.
Free diagnostics and NO FIX /NO FEE
important stuff
important stuff
the first touch
Your best chance of a successful repair is getting the device into the correct hands to begin with, I see macs on a weekly basis that have been damaged by people trying to repair them themselves or by inexperienced repair shops. Macbooks are delicate little creatures Apple do not want you to repair it they want you to buy a new one! If fixing them was easy this website would not exist!
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open all hours
Due to the nature of how I work, I am able to offer flexible hours for contacting me and for both drop-off and collection. I am happy to take WhatsApp messages and usually respond straight away 7 days a week between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. I also offer drop-off and collection of devices during these hours, but evenings are preferred.
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a friend in me
The majority of my jobs now come from repeat customers, other repair shops I do freelance work for, or from people I have done repairs for who have recommended me to friends and family. A good reputation cannot be bought; it is earned. I enjoy what I do, and without broken devices on my desk, I wouldn't be able to do this.
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who am i?
who am i?
who am i? the bit about me:
Fixthings-MacBook repair isn’t a business run from a shop. I did own and run my own PC repair shop for many years, repairing Macs, PCs, laptops, and game consoles. Over those years, I repaired thousands of Macs and laptops and also ran a successful console repair business that, at its peak, was doing returns for larger businesses. Due to the nature of this business, I was working 7 days a week and spending around 14 hours per day in the shop. Eventually, it became too much, and the business was sold so that I could spend more time at home and start a family. During Lock-Down, I got the bug again for repairing.....
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Honest reviews from real customers:
Since starting FIXthings I have met a lot of great people, had many repeat customers and even made some pretty cool friends. Its's because of these people showing their appreciation and recommending me to friends and family that I am able to continue to do what I do, and I thank you all!
Many other repair shops BUY reviews I earn mine..
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Diagnosing another faulty Macbook Air.
repair video
mac repair video
Macbook CD3217 replacement
In this video, I walk you through the entire process of repairing a MacBook that won’t power on due to faulty CD3217 USB-C chips. First, I diagnose the issue by carefully inspecting the chips for damage, specifically the holes in the CD3217 chips. Then, I demonstrate how to remove the defective chips and replace them with functional ones sourced from a donor board. Finally, I re-ball the working CD3217 chips to ensure proper connections and restore the MacBook to full functionality. This step-by-step guide will give you an in-depth look at the repair process and the skills needed to bring a non-working MacBook with blown CD3217 chips back to life.
why pick me
why pick me?
I'm a freelance repair technician
I have no "shop" no "staff" I work from my workshop at home repairing devices for people that find me and I now do freelance repairs for over a dozen PC shops in the midlands that do not do in house board level repairs.
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experience
I have been pulling computers apart and repairing them since I was a child, I ran a successful PC and Game console repair shop in Birmingham for over 7 years, I now spend my evenings specializing in Macbook board level diagnostics and micro-soldering. (I still do repair windows laptops and game consoles )
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Apple Suck
If you are unlucky enough to have a broken mac and have had one the "Genius Guys" tell you that your mac is "Vintage" and cannot be repaired or have been quoted HUGE sums to replace the entire Logic-board, GET IN TOUCH. The "Genius's" in apple shops are just salesmen they get commission for selling you a new mac, they are NOT technicians!
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thework bench
Having the correct tools for this kind of work is essential. Using quality built for the specific job tools makes this difficult job possible. Micro soldering and diagnostics is a job I learnt to do 25 years ago but with the release of each new device every day’s a school day.
Click the behind the scenes button to find out more info about what tools sit on my bench.
I’m excited to share that I’m now officially affiliated with Chipmunk and a genuine UK reseller of their custom-made MacBook repair tools! It’s a proud moment for me to be part of a brand that is known for its high-quality, precision tools. I’m thrilled to offer these amazing products to fellow MacBook enthusiasts and repair professionals across the UK.
