Spills are the number one reason MacBook Air keyboards need replacing, followed by the butterfly keyboard fault on 2018–2019 models.
By generation
- 2010–2017: the keyboard is screwed in and replaced on its own
- 2018–2019 Retina Air: butterfly keyboard, part of the top case
- 2020 onwards (Intel and Apple silicon): Magic Keyboard riveted into the top case, replaced as an assembly or re-riveted
After a spill
Liquid that gets through the keys usually reaches the logic board too. Switch the Air off and bring it in; we check and clean the board as well as the keyboard, so the fault doesn’t come back.
Choose your model
- MacBook Air 13-inch (2010–2017)
- MacBook Air Retina 13-inch (2018–2020, Intel)
- MacBook Air M1 (13-inch, 2020)
Price
We give you a fixed quote for your exact model before any work starts. All prices are subject to inspection, and nothing is done without your approval.
Questions we’re often asked
Only a few keys stopped working after a spill. Do I need a whole new keyboard?
Often, yes, because the damage is in the keyboard’s circuit rather than the keys themselves. We check the board as well before quoting.
Book online
Fill in our online booking form and you get your job number by email straight away. Not sure what you need? Call 020 7394 2528 for free advice.