Top 3 Reasons Laptops Fail (and How to Prevent Them)
It all begins with an idea.
Laptops work hard and travel a lot. These three issues cause most failures we see on the bench.
1) Liquid damage (coffee, tea, rain)
What happens: Liquids short components; corrosion sets in within hours.
If it happens:
Turn it off immediately, unplug, don’t charge.
If the battery is removable, take it out.
Bring it for board cleaning ASAP—speed matters more than brand of liquid.
2) Drops & pressure (cracked screens, loose connectors)
What happens: Hairline cracks, broken hinges, or storage damage.
Prevention:
Use a padded sleeve; avoid stacking heavy items on the lid.
If the screen shows lines/flicker after a knock, back up files and get it checked.
3) Ageing batteries (swelling & surprise shutdowns)
Signs: Rapid drain, random power-offs, trackpad lifting, uneven base.
What to do: Replace the battery before it swells (it can damage the case and trackpad). We dispose of old batteries safely.
Good habits that save laptops
Keep ventilation clear (don’t block fans).
Use a surge-protected charger.
Back up important files (cloud or external drive).
Consider an SSD if you still have a hard drive.
Consultation is £0. Not sure what’s wrong? We’ll diagnose and give you a fixed quote.
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