Broken the back of your phone, and you aren’t sure what to do? Can you repair the back of your phone? If you can, how much does it cost, and where should you go? We will go through everything you need to know about it in this article.
If you are experiencing other technical difficulties like an iPhone that won’t detect your SIM card, won’t vibrate, charge, update, or connect to Wi-Fi, we have guides to help you try and get to the bottom of it yourself.
We also have articles to help you decide if it’s worth replacing your iPhone battery as well as troubleshoot issues like poor sound quality of calls, why people can’t hear you on your phone, why your front camera isn’t working, how to fix speaker problems, and also how to fix your broken power button.
For now, let’s focus on the question, ‘can you repair the back of your phone’.
How to Tell if You Need to Repair the Back of Your Phone
If you have dropped your device and have caused superficial damage to the back like some scratches or scrapes, then you do not need to necessarily get it repaired. This is because these superficial scratches will not have any kind of impact on how fell the phone works or how safe it is to use. However, the minor damage might be uncomfortable in your hand or an eyesore, so ultimately, this will all come down to personal preference and whether you can deal with having scratches on the back of your phone or not.
When it comes to more sewerage damage to the back of your phone, we would recommend getting this repaired as soon as you can. This is not just because it can be even more of an eyesore, though.
When the back of a phone is damaged enough to completely crack or shatter, you can easily hurt your hand on the broken glass, causing cuts and scrapes. Not only that, but if your phone is this broken, it will no longer be waterproof. So, if you were to drop your phone in water or even place it down on a damp table, there would be nothing to protect the internal components.
Can You Repair the Back of Your Phone?
Like most issues in technology, you can absolutely get this problem repaired. Breaking the back of your phone is not a serious problem, and taking the device to a trusted repair shop is definitely the way to go.
These repairs are not as expensive as you might think, either. Depending on where you do, there might be different costs, so feel free to do your research and find a place that works for you – as long as they still give you the high-quality repair you deserve.
Should You Try Repairing it at Home?
You can absolutely repair the back of your phone at home if you want to. However, it’s worth warning you that this is not done so easily, and if you want to save time, sweat, and tears, we would recommend simply bringing your phone in for a repair.
A lot can go wrong in repairs, and if you don’t have any experience with repairing tech or handling it in general, you could make a bad situation a lot worse. With that being said, if you have broken the back of a phone that you don’t mind saying goodbye to, it’s a great skill to learn. With some time and tears, you can learn to repair your own devices – just make use of in-depth tutorials like videos you can find on YouTube.
How Much Does it Cost to Get the Back of Your Phone Repaired at imFixed?
Thankfully, getting the back of your phone repaired or replaced is not as expensive as other parts of the phone, like the screen. If we’re talking Apple products, the most you can expect to pay is around £120 at the time of writing this, and the least is about £25 for iPhone 5 and many of the older models.
Below are the prices you can expect when getting the back of your iPhone repaired at imFixed:
- iPhone 15 Pro Max – £75
- iPhone 15 Pro – £75
- iPhone 15 – £75
- iPhone 14 Pro Max – £65
- iPhone 14 Pro – £65
- iPhone 14 – £65
- iPhone 13 Pro Max – £120
- iPhone 13 Pro – £120
- iPhone 13 – £65
- iPhone 12 Pro Max – £99.99
- iPhone 12 Pro – £75
- iPhone 12 – £75
- iPhone 11 Pro Max – £100
- iPhone 11 Pro – £75
- iPhone 11 – £65
- iPhone XS Max – £45
- iPhone XS – £85
- iPhone SE (3rd gen) – £85
For other types of devices, like Samsung phones, we’ll list a few prices for fixing the back of the device:
- Samsung Galaxy A80 – £45
- Samsung Galaxy Ultra S24 – £75
- Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – £99.99
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite – £45
- Samsung Galaxy Flip 4 5G – £45
- Samsung Galaxy X – £45
We also have services to repair Google phones, Huawei, OnePlus, and Xiaomi, with prices varying to suit the make and model of each device. So, if you think your device is in need of a repair, even if it isn’t for the back of the phone, why not visit us, and we will see what we can do? We also work with consoles, computers, iPads, and a range of other devices, so don’t think we’re limited.
A Note on Repair Shops
You might think that any phone repair shop will do, but this is not the case. When it comes to phones, it’s crucial to go to a repair shop that uses Apple, Samsung, or another brand’s manufactured replacement parts rather than some third-party parts.
This is because the quality of third party parts are not up to scratch, and will be a much lower quality compared to the branded product parts. If you want a device to look, feel, and work the same way as before, taking the time to research this is crucial.
Beware that some repair technicians may lie to you about this, so do your research and look at reviews before taking your device to a shop that isn’t affiliated with the make of your device. You will quickly notice a difference in quality once the repair has been done, and it will not be in a good way.
One of the most common issues for Apple products are the replacement screens. From third-party manufacturers, it’s common for these screens to have a lower resolution and even form a yellowish hue. Imagine paying all that money for an iPhone only to get bad-quality replacement parts!
Let imFixed Help You
Breaking the back of your phone is a frustrating experience, but it’s an issue that can easily be resolved if you take the right steps. Even better, it’s something that you can prevent by taking care of your device and kitting it out with protective phone cases.
If an accident has happened, and you need to get your phone repaired, why not visit our local tech repair shop in the Manchester, Oldham, and Rochdale area? We don’t only do repairs – we also sell accessories to keep your tech running – like Apple chargers, cases, and screen protectors, as well as cases and holders for other phone makes, so you can prevent the back of your phone from breaking in the first place.
So, can you repair the back of your phone if you have accidentally damaged it? You can try to repair it yourself, or bring it to a trusted repair shop like us for fantastic results.
