MacBook Pro repair in Kraków

MacBook Pro is the most frequent guest on our workbench. We know the older Retina models, the problematic 2016–2019 Touch Bar MacBook Pros and the new 14″ and 16″ models with Apple chips well. We repair logic boards by micro-soldering under a microscope — replacing the whole board is a last resort for us.

Most common problems

• Purple image, lines or a disappearing backlight. In 2016–2019 models the screen cables are usually to blame (flexgate). We replace the damaged T-CON cables under a microscope instead of the whole display assembly.
• Cracked screen. In the new 14″ and 16″ MacBook Pros with a 120 Hz screen we also replace just the brand-new panel instead of the whole display assembly — much cheaper.
• Liquid damage. Even extreme cases can be saved — including boards with burnt-through damage after a cola spill.
• Computer won’t turn on or charge. Most often a short circuit or a damaged power circuit on the logic board — see logic board repair.
• Critical update error. Typical of MacBook Pros made after 2016; the cause can be the storage, camera, Touch Bar, Touch ID or the security chip.
• Sticking keys. The 2016–2019 butterfly keyboards are prone to failure — we replace them.
• Noisy and running hot. Dust and dried-out thermal paste can slow down even the most powerful MacBook Pro. Cooling system maintenance brings back quiet operation.
• Weak battery. Short battery life or a battery service message — we replace the battery.

Original parts

Whenever possible, we fit original Apple parts recovered from practically new devices, with zero or minimal wear. This is a deliberate choice. Original recovered parts pair with the repaired device without any issues. The usual choice is between cheap replacements and expensive parts from Apple’s official channels. We spent a long time looking for a third way and found it: a trusted supplier who lets us give you an original part in practically new condition, at a price official-channel parts can’t match.

• Batteries — original Apple, usually with 1–5 charge cycles and 100% capacity.
• Keyboards and trackpads — original Apple.

Screens — always new panels

When replacing a screen we fit a brand-new panel from the same manufacturers that supply Apple (most often LG Display and Sharp). We keep the display assembly that’s already in your computer — in about 95% of cases the panel alone can be replaced, even if the lid is bent. Replacing the whole display assembly (then a recovered one) is a last resort for us, because it means a higher and usually unnecessary cost for you.

When quoting, we present the available options — the final decision is always yours.

How the repair works

1. Initial diagnosis in front of you. We open the case, look at the board together and explain straight away what happened.
2. Expected cost range and timeframe — we only start the repair once you approve.
3. Repair on site, in Kraków. If it turns out during the repair that it goes beyond the agreed scope, we call you first.
4. Pick-up with a warranty — 3 months as standard. For damage covered by a policy we prepare a report for your insurer — free of charge with the repair.