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Laptop Screen Replacement (Labour)

Serving Stellenbosch & surrounds • Transparent pricing • POPIA-aligned

A close-up shot of a technician expertly replacing a cracked laptop screen.

What’s included

  • Source and fit a compatible IPS/TN/touch/refresh-rate panel
  • Careful bezel and hinge handling; no clipped cables
  • Brightness/colour, backlight bleed, and webcam checks
  • Panel and cable seating verified; clean, lint-free finish

Details

TL;DR: We replace your laptop screen the right way, then test colours, brightness, webcam, and lid movement.
Local: Common for SU students, homes in Welgevonden/Die Boord, and Technopark teams after drops or bag pressure.

Symptoms we fix

  • Cracked glass, ink-like black patches, or spider lines
  • White/coloured vertical lines or half the screen frozen
  • Dim/backlight out, flicker on certain angles
  • Image shows on an external monitor but not on the laptop
  • Touch not responding (for touch models)

How we do it (at a glance)

  1. Confirm spec: size, resolution, refresh rate, connector (eDP 30/40-pin), touch/non-touch
  2. Open cleanly: safe bezel removal, protect hinges and cables
  3. Fit panel: seat cable fully, lock connector, route with strain relief
  4. Test: brightness steps, colour uniformity, backlight bleed, webcam/mic (if in bezel), sleep/wake and lid angles
  5. Finish: lint-free clean, secure screws/clips, and a short care note

Plain words. No tech talk.

Time & cost in Stellenbosch

  • Labour: R650 for standard models
  • Panel part: Typical R900–R3 500 depending on model/spec; we quote before ordering
  • Turnaround: Usually 1–2 days once the panel arrives (common parts 1–3 working days to source)
  • Extras: Touch/bonded units or damaged hinges/cables may add time/cost — we’ll confirm first

Do-nots (save the laptop and your fingers)

  • Don’t keep pressing a cracked panel — it spreads damage
  • Don’t shut the lid hard or put books on it in your bag
  • Don’t peel the bezel by force — hidden clips break
  • Don’t ignore a screen being pushed up by the palmrest — it can be a swollen battery (stop and call)

When to stop DIY & call us

  • Black blotches grow across the panel
  • Vertical lines appear after opening the lid
  • Backlight pops and the screen goes dark
  • Liquid at the top bezel or under the glass
  • External monitor works but the laptop panel stays black

Real stories around town

  • SU first-year (Huis Marais): Closed the lid on a flash drive. New 1080p panel fitted; colours checked; back in class next day.
  • Die Boord family laptop: Flicker at certain angles; cable had wear at the hinge. New cable + panel and it was rock solid.
  • Technopark sales laptop: Matte upgrade with better viewing angles. We matched the right connector and it looked great in meetings.

Simple care tips

  • Use a sleeve in your backpack; don’t pack heavy books against the lid
  • Open from the centre with two hands to reduce twist
  • Keep liquids away from the bezel/top edge
  • If it slips off a desk, tell us — we’ll check hinges and cable too

What’s included

  • Source and fit a compatible panel for your model
  • Inspect and reseat the display cable/connector
  • Test brightness/colour, backlight bleed, webcam/mic (if applicable)
  • Clean, lint-free finish and clear handover notes

Notes about damage

Falls and liquid can also hurt hinges and display cables. If we find extra damage during disassembly, we’ll pause and call you with options.

Turnaround

Usually 1–2 days once the panel arrives.

What to bring

  • The laptop and charger
  • Model number or a photo of the bottom label (panel code helps too)
  • Tell us if there was a fall or spill

POPIA-aware handling • CPA-aligned warranties • Lawful e-waste routing on request (with data-wipe certificate)