Surrey, BC · Component-Level · Not Just Swap-Outs · MacBook · iPhone · Laptop
The board isn't dead.
It needs a specialist.
Component-level logic board repair for MacBooks, iPhones, and laptops. Charging IC, GPU reballing, USB-C controller, PMIC, baseband chip — we repair the failing component directly, not the whole board. Fraction of Apple's cost. Free assessment.
Component-Level Repair
MacBook & iPhone Specialists
Free Diagnosis
Fraction of Apple's Cost
Repair Track Record
23K+Devices Serviced
10+Years in Surrey
Microscope-level soldering — 0.2mm pitch components
Hot air rework station · BGA reballing · IC replacement
MacBook, iPhone, iPad, PC laptop motherboards
14935 100 Ave, Surrey BC · 604-767-1701
Is It Board-Level? Symptom Mapper
Most "board replacement" diagnoses
are actually single-component failures.
Click your symptom to see the likely failing component, whether board replacement is needed (usually not), and what we check.
What type of device?
What's the symptom?
Select the closest description.
What have you been told?
What We Repair
What component-level repair means for your device.
We replace the specific failing IC — not the whole board. Fraction of the cost, same result.
Charging IC Repair
Most common MacBook and iPhone failure — charging circuit IC fails, device won't charge. Apple charges for full board replacement. We replace the IC directly.
Turnaround2–4 days
GPU Failure (MacBook Pro 2011–2013)
Well-known AMD GPU delamination defect. GPU reballing using lead-free BGA solder restores the solder joints to specification.
Turnaround3–5 days
USB-C Controller
MacBook USB-C port that doesn't charge, won't display externally, or doesn't detect devices on that specific port — USB-C port controller IC replacement.
Turnaround2–4 days
Corrosion & Liquid Damage
Corroded SMD components from liquid exposure. Under microscope we identify every corroded component, remove it, and replace with matched part.
Turnaround3–7 days
Power Management IC (PMIC)
Device draining battery fast, running hot, or crashing under load — PMIC replacement restores proper power delivery to all subsystems.
Turnaround3–5 days
Baseband / WiFi / Bluetooth Chip
iPhone with no cellular, no WiFi, or no Bluetooth — chip-level replacement restores wireless without replacing the entire board.
Turnaround3–6 days
How It Works
From failed board to repaired device.
Microscope-level diagnosis. Component identification using schematics. Micro-soldering repair. 90-day warranty.
1
Free Diagnostic
We test the board using specialist diagnostic tools — not just visual inspection. Specific failing component identified before quoting.
2
Component Identification
Using device schematics and board diagrams, we locate the exact IC, capacitor, or solder joint responsible for the failure.
3
Micro-Soldering Repair
Replacement IC soldered under microscope using hot air rework station, fine-tip iron, or BGA reflow equipment depending on component type.
4
Full Board Test
After repair, every subsystem that the repaired component affects tested — not just the original symptom.
5
90-Day Warranty
All component-level repairs warranted for 90 days. Same issue recurs — we reassess and repair free.
Component vs Board Replacement
Most shops replace the board
when a component fails.
When a charging IC, GPU, or USB-C controller fails, most repair shops say "logic board replacement needed" — because they don't have micro-soldering capability. A board replacement on a MacBook can cost $600–$1,200. The same result from component-level repair: $150–$400.
Component-level repair requires schematic diagrams, BGA reballing equipment, microscope-level soldering tools, and the expertise to use them. We have all of these in-house at our Surrey lab.
Before paying for a board replacement: get a second opinion from us. Free diagnostic tells you whether component-level repair is possible for your specific failure — often it is, at a fraction of the board replacement cost.
Component vs Board: Cost Comparison
Working components (untouched)
Single failing IC
Replaced by board swap (wasteful)
Board with one failed charging IC — all other components healthy
Devices Covered
Component-level repair for every device.
MacBook, iPhone, laptop — all logic board and motherboard repair in-house at Surrey lab.
MacBook (all models)
All Intel and Apple Silicon · Charging IC, GPU, USB-C, keyboard controller
iPhone & iPad
All iPhone and iPad models · Charging IC, PMIC, baseband, WiFi chip
Windows Laptop
Dell, HP, Lenovo, Asus, Acer · Charging circuit, BIOS, power rail
Gaming Console
PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch · HDMI IC, power board, APU power rails
Cameras & Audio
DSLR and mirrorless · Audio equipment · Power and interface ICs
Peripherals & Accessories
Mechanical keyboards, audio interfaces, USB hubs · Controller ICs
Desktop / PC Motherboard
Gaming PC and workstation motherboards · VRM, power delivery, PCIe
USB-C & Thunderbolt Hubs
Controller chip replacement · Power delivery IC · All brands
Charging ICGPU ReballingUSB-C ControllerPMICBaseband ChipWiFi/BT ChipBGA ReflowCorrosion RepairMicro-Soldering
Why RecoveryMaster
Component-level repair.
Most shops can't do this.
Micro-soldering under magnification requires equipment and expertise most repair shops don't have. We do it in-house.
01
No Fix, No Fee
If we can't repair the component, you pay nothing — no assessment fee. Written quote with cost vs board replacement comparison.
02
Board Replacement Is the Last Resort
We always try component repair first. Board replacement only when component failure is irreparable — which is far less common than shops suggest.
03
Microscope-Level Precision
0.2mm pitch components. Hot air rework station, BGA reflow, fine-tip iron. The same equipment used by professional electronics repair labs worldwide.
04
Schematic Diagrams On-Hand
We use device-level schematic diagrams to identify exact component locations and values — not guesswork, not visual inspection alone.
05
All Devices In-House
MacBook, iPhone, laptop, console — every device type handled at our Surrey lab. No outsourcing.
06
90-Day Warranty
All component-level repairs warranted for 90 days. Same issue recurs — we reassess and repair free.
Honest Advice
What to do — and what to avoid.
Do these things
- Get a free diagnostic before accepting "unrepairable" verdict from any shop
- Document exactly what symptoms appeared and when — helps component diagnosis significantly
- Check if device charges on different ports or cables before assuming charging IC failure
- Water damage? Bring in immediately — corrosion on board components is time-critical
- Ask us directly before paying for a board replacement — we'll tell you honestly if component repair is possible
Never do these things
- Attempt micro-soldering without professional equipment — wrong tools cause board damage
- Use a consumer soldering iron on IC chips — flux-free iron at wrong temperature destroys pads
- Accept "logic board replacement" as the only option without a second opinion
- Apply isopropyl alcohol without knowing what you're doing — can spread corrosion to dry areas
- Attempt GPU reballing with consumer heat gun — requires calibrated hot air station for BGA work
Common Questions
Straight answers.
Rather than replacing the entire logic board when one IC fails, we identify and replace only the specific failing component — charging IC, GPU, USB-C controller, etc. This typically costs 30-60% of board replacement cost with the same result.
Usually no. MacBook charging failures are almost always a failing charging IC (CDPD, ISL, TPS, or USB-C controller) — a single component we replace at the chip level. Free diagnostic confirms before you commit to anything.
Yes, for 2011–2013 MacBook Pro models with the well-known AMD GPU delamination defect. GPU reballing — reflowing the BGA solder joints — restores function on most units. Success depends on the extent of die damage.
Depends on the repair type. Charging IC is almost always worth it — relatively low cost regardless of age. GPU reballing on a 2011 MacBook Pro — honest assessment given. We'll compare cost vs replacement value and tell you our recommendation.
Yes. Water damage board repair is one of our most common logic board cases. Ultrasonic cleaning, corrosion removal, and corroded component replacement. Success rate depends on how long the device was powered on after exposure.
Most component-level repairs: 2–5 business days. Complex cases (GPU reballing, multi-component corrosion) may take up to 7 days. Same-day diagnostic — you know the timeline on day one.