iPhone or iPad won't start or charge?
We check what's causing the problem, from the cable and battery to the main circuit board, called the logic board. When the fault is on that board, we can often repair individual components. Visit us in Revelstoke or mail your device from anywhere in Canada.
- 90-dayWarranty on every repair
- 1–4 weeksBoard-level & water-damage turnaround
- No fix, no feeon board-level work
Symptoms we investigate
The same symptom can come from a cable, battery, screen, software or board fault. Testing tells us where to focus the repair.
iPhone or iPad will not turn on
No response from a known-good charger and no signs of life from the device.
Not charging
The Lightning or USB-C cable fits, but the device draws no power or charges inconsistently.
Keeps restarting
The device restarts repeatedly without reaching the Lock Screen. This is called a boot loop.
Stuck on the Apple logo
The device hangs on the Apple logo and never reaches the Lock Screen.
Water or liquid damage
Problems after a spill or other liquid exposure. Power the device off and contact us.
No image or backlight failure
A completely blank display, or a faint image visible only with a flashlight.
Touch issues from board faults
Ghost touches, dead zones or unresponsive touch that persist with a known-good display.
Sound or charging problems
The microphone or speaker stops working, or charging cuts in and out. A fault in a control chip may be involved.
Data needed from a dead device
Photos, contacts or messages trapped on a device that no longer turns on.
What iPhone and iPad board-level repair covers
We repair individual parts of the main circuit board, from a failed fuse to a damaged chip or connection. Here are the main types of work involved.
Chip (IC) replacement
We replace damaged integrated circuits, or ICs: the small chips that control power, charging, sound and display lighting.
Connector repair
We replace damaged connectors for the charging port, display, battery and connections between boards, including those on flexible cables.
Short detection
We use electrical measurements and thermal imaging to locate components causing a short circuit.
Power management issues
Testing the circuits that supply power and replacing damaged parts that prevent the device from starting.
Charging circuit repair
When the port works but the circuit behind it has failed, we test the charging chip, fuses and surrounding components.
Backlight circuit repair
We repair the circuit that lights the display, including replacement of its control chip, filters, coils and fuses.
Storage chip (NAND) diagnostics
We investigate storage faults that can cause repeated restarts or failed restores. A storage capacity upgrade is a separate service.
Trace and pad repair
Rebuilding damaged solder contacts and copper paths to reconnect parts of the board.
When logic board repair makes sense, and when it doesn't
We compare the damage, repair cost and your data needs before recommending a course of action.
What we consider
- A fault in one chip or connector may be repairable while keeping the rest of the board.
- Repairing the original board may help preserve access to your data.
- On some models, a full replacement device or board is expensive enough that a targeted repair is the more sensible option.
- We don't claim board repair is always cheaper than a replacement — every case is different and depends on the fault.
- We explain when replacement is the more practical option.
If replacing your iPhone makes more sense, the old one can often still be traded in at our shop in Revelstoke. We make the offer in store when it doesn’t turn on or has had liquid damage. Trade in your iPhone
Recovering files from a phone that will not start
When the photos and contacts matter most
Tell us if your photos, contacts, messages or notes are the priority. We can assess whether a board repair could get the phone running long enough to unlock and back up. Data recovery is never guaranteed.
What to know before booking
The condition of the board and its components determines what can be repaired.
Repair limits
- Not every board is repairable — severe physical damage, deep liquid damage, and prior failed repairs can push a board past the point where microsoldering is safe.
- Face ID and Touch ID rely on components paired to your device's security hardware. We only offer to restore these features when we can confirm support for your model.
- Liquid damage worsens over time — the longer a wet device sits or is repeatedly powered on, the worse the corrosion inside the board becomes.
- Data recovery is never guaranteed; outcomes depend on the failure mode, the state of the storage and prior handling.
- Manufacturer water resistance is not guaranteed after a device has been opened, and we don't promise it's restored after a board-level repair.
Our iPhone and iPad diagnostic process
We check the cause, explain the repair and get your approval before soldering work begins.
- Step 1
Intake
We record history — drops, spills, prior repairs, recent updates — and the symptoms you've seen.
- Step 2
Check the symptoms
We reproduce the issue and rule out simple causes, including the cable, charger and software, before opening the device.
- Step 3
Board inspection
The logic board comes out and is inspected under stereo microscope for corrosion, damaged pads and prior repair signs.
- Step 4
Power & charging tests
We measure the circuits that supply power, called power rails, test the charging circuit and locate any short circuits on the board.
- Step 5
Quote
We explain the findings, the proposed repair and the cost. You approve the quote before repair work begins.
- Step 6
Repair attempt
Chip (IC) replacement, connector repair, corrosion cleanup, trace or pad rebuilds and other component-level fixes.
- Step 7
Testing
Functional and electrical testing — boot, charge, audio, touch and other affected functions — before the device leaves the bench.
Pricing, turnaround and warranty
No fix, no fee
Board-level work is no repair, no fee: if we can't fix it, you pay nothing. On mail-in repairs, shipping costs still apply. A simple repair quote by phone or email costs nothing. You approve the quote before repair work begins.
Turnaround
Board-level work, water damage and severe damage take 1–4 weeks, depending on severity and parts availability. After diagnosis, we can give you an estimate for your repair.
Warranty
90-day warranty on every repair — longer on screens and batteries.
iPhone and iPad models
Model support varies by generation — contact us to confirm your exact iPhone or iPad before booking.
iPhone
Logic board repair, NAND upgrades, chip replacement and board-level data recovery on the iPhone models we support — contact us to confirm your exact model.
iPad
Logic board repair, NAND upgrades, charging IC and connector work on supported iPad models — contact us to confirm your exact model.
Frequently asked questions
What to know about the repair, your data and getting started.
Can an iPhone logic board be repaired?
Many faults can be repaired, including damaged chips, connectors, fuses and corroded connections. We test the board to find the cause. Severe physical damage or corrosion can make repair impractical.
Is iPhone logic board repair worth it?
It can be, especially when you need data from the original board or the damage is limited to a few components. We explain the likely outcome and quote the repair so you can compare it with replacing the device.
Can you fix a dead iPhone?
We can attempt it. A dead iPhone — no signs of life, no response to a known-good charger — is one of the most common board-level cases we see. The fault could be the power management IC, the charging IC, a damaged trace from a previous repair, or liquid damage. We diagnose under microscope and explain what's realistic for your device before any soldering work.
Can you repair iPhone water damage?
Often, yes, and the sooner the better. Corrosion progresses even after a device has been dried out. We disassemble, ultrasonically clean affected sections, inspect under microscope, and repair the failed components. Severe or long-standing liquid damage may not be repairable. Water-damaged devices get a liquid-damage treatment instead of the $55 diagnostic: $100 for phones, $150 for laptops. The treatment adds at least 24 hours to the repair: ultrasonic cleaning, a bath in 99% isopropyl alcohol, then drying overnight.
What if my iPhone or iPad can't be repaired?
Board-level work is no repair, no fee: if we can't fix it, you pay nothing. On mail-in repairs, shipping costs still apply. We'll explain what failed and why a repair may not be practical. An iPhone that can't be repaired can often still be traded in at our shop in Revelstoke. If it doesn't turn on or has had liquid damage, we make the offer in store. We don't buy iPads.
Can you fix an iPhone stuck on the Apple logo?
Sometimes. A boot loop can come from a software issue, a failed storage chip, an audio IC fault, or other board-level problems. Software-only cases are usually a restore; when the cause is on the board, microsoldering is the path forward. The diagnostic determines which one applies to your iPhone.
Can you repair charging IC or audio IC problems?
Yes. A charging IC that no longer regulates power, or an audio IC that has lifted from the board after a flex bend, are both common iPhone board-level jobs. The actual repair always depends on what the diagnostic finds and which IC is involved.
Can you recover data from a dead iPhone?
Sometimes. We try to repair the board enough for the phone to start, be unlocked and backed up. Recovery depends on the fault and the condition of the storage and security hardware. Our data recovery page explains the process and limits.
Do you offer mail-in iPhone and iPad board repair?
Yes, from anywhere in Canada — no-power, not-charging, boot-loop, water damage and other component-level work. See our mail-in microsoldering page for how to package and ship your device.
Tell us what's happening with your iPhone or iPad.
Call us with the model and what you've noticed, including any drops, spills or previous repairs. We'll help you work out the next step.