Micro soldering & board-level repair for phones, laptops, consoles & miscellaneous electronics
Micro soldering in Seattle for USB-C and HDMI ports, FPC/board connectors, charge ICs, audio ICs, PMIC, backlight & display power rails, short-to-ground faults, liquid damage, trace/jumper work, and data recovery. We handle consumer and miscellaneous electronics beyond phones: tablets, laptops, handhelds, cameras, streaming boxes, DACs/amps and more.
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Choose a device category and the type of solder work.
Common micro soldering jobs we handle
USB-C/HDMI ports
Charging or video ports torn off the board, no charge/no video, loose fit. Through-hole and surface-mount.
Phones • Laptops • ConsolesFPC/board connectors
Ripped display, battery, or antenna connectors. Clean pad prep and alignment under microscope.
Precision alignmentIC & BGA work
Charge IC, audio IC, PMIC, Wi-Fi, NAND, and SoC-adjacent BGA. Reball/rework with thermal profiling.
Lead-free or leadedBacklight & rails
No display/low brightness from backlight ICs, filters, or line damage. Proper conformal coating on completion.
Backlight restoreShort-to-ground
Thermal/voltage drop hunt on shorted power rails. Current-limited injection when appropriate.
Board diagnosticsLiquid damage
Ultrasonic cleaning, corrosion removal, and selective component replacement to stabilize power and boot.
Rush treatment availableMicro soldering estimate ranges
These are typical parts & labor ranges. Exact pricing depends on board layout, access, and fault complexity.
| Work type | Phone/Tablet | Laptop/Desktop | Console/Handheld | Other Electronics | Typical time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostics (credited if approved) | $49–$79 | $69–$99 | $59–$89 | $49–$99 | Same day |
| USB-C Port (through-hole) | $99–$149 | $119–$169 | $129–$169 (e.g., Switch) | $109–$169 | 2–4 hours |
| USB-C/HDMI (surface-mount) | $129–$199 | $149–$229 | $149–$199 (e.g., PS5/Series X HDMI) | $139–$219 | 3–6 hours |
| FPC/Board connector | $75–$199 | $75–$229 | $75–$199 | $75–$219 | 3–6 hours |
| Charge/Audio/PMIC IC | $149–$249 | $179–$299 | $169–$259 | $159–$279 | 1-3 day |
| BGA reball/rework | $249–$399 | $299–$499 | $279–$449 | $249–$449 | 1–3 days |
| Backlight/display power | $129–$199 | $149–$229 | $139–$219 | $129–$219 | 4–8 hours |
| Short-to-ground diagnosis | $129–$229 | $149–$249 | $139–$239 | $129–$249 | 3-5 days |
| Liquid damage (ultrasonic + repairs) | $119–$199 | $149–$249 | $139–$229 | $119–$229 | 1–3 weeks |
| Board-level data recovery | $199–$599 | $249–$699 | $229–$599 | $199–$599 | 1–7 weeks |
| Trace repair / jumpers | $129–$249 | $149–$299 | $139–$269 | $129–$279 | 2-5 days |
Ranges assume standard access and no prior unsuccessful board work. Severe pad/trace loss, multilayer breaks, or previous repair attempts can increase complexity.
Why choose Gadget Rehab for microsoldering
Board-level diagnosis, microscope work, hot air and BGA reflow/reball in-house. We don’t guess; we measure.
Proper pad prep, flux discipline, thermal profiling, and post-repair QC (charge, boot, thermals, lines).
We quote before work begins. Diagnostics are credited when you approve the repair.
Fast intake with photo logging. We return ESD-packed with tracking and optional insurance.
Liquid damage and multi-fault boards can be unstable; we’ll explain risks and probable outcomes up front.
Limited warranty on parts/workmanship for board-level repairs. Physical damage and subsequent liquid exposure are excluded.
Frequently asked questions
What devices do you accept for micro soldering?
Phones, tablets, laptops/desktops, game consoles/handhelds, cameras, small audio gear (DAC/amp), drones and other consumer electronics. If it’s a PCB and fits on the bench, we’ll evaluate it.
Can you recover data from a dead board?
Often, yes. We stabilize power/boot or repair critical rails and attempt logical access. Success depends on the state of storage (e.g., NAND). “No data, no fee” may apply for select cases—ask for details.
How does pricing work?
Most jobs fall into the ranges above. We finalize your quote after inspection once we know the failure mode, access, and whether there’s prior board work.
What is the typical turnaround?
Simple ports and connectors: same day to next day. IC/BGA, shorts, or liquid damage: 1–3 days depending on parts and queue.
Is there a warranty?
Yes—limited warranty against defects in parts/workmanship. It does not cover new physical or liquid damage, nor unrelated failures on aged boards.
Do you accept mail-in?
Yes. Use our mail-in form. Pack well with ESD protection and include a note with the issue and passcode if applicable.
Visit or contact us
Gadget Rehab
3511 NE 45th St STE 1, Seattle, WA 98105
Mon–Fri 10am–6pm • Sat 11am–4pm
Phone: (206) 466-4033 • Email: repairs@gadgetrehab.com
Searching for microsoldering in Seattle? Walk-ins welcome; mail-in available.