Mac Repair London carries out a battery replacement on the MacBook Air 13-inch from our Central London workshop, for home users and businesses.
The battery is held in with screws, not glue. We fit a new battery, calibrate it and check the charging path. It’s one of the quickest ways to make an older Air feel new again.
About this model: The 13-inch MacBook Air (A1369 and A1466) ran for seven years with the same wedge design, and the 2017 model was sold until 2019, so there are a lot of them. Memory is soldered, but the SSD is a removable blade, the battery is screwed in, and the keyboard can be replaced separately from the top case.
Signs it needs a battery replacement
- Short battery life
- ‘Service Battery’ warning
- Sudden shutdowns
- Battery swelling
How we do it
Before quoting, we check the battery’s cycle count and condition, and test the charger and charging port, because a charging fault can look exactly like a dead battery.
On this model the battery is screwed in rather than glued, which makes replacement clean and low-risk.
Once it’s in, we run a charge and discharge check, confirm macOS reports the battery as normal, and send the old one for recycling.
At a glance
| Years | 2010–2017 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo, then Core i5/i7 |
| Storage | Removable Apple SSD blade |
| Memory | Soldered to the logic board |
| Battery | Screwed in (no glue) |
| Power / charging | MagSafe 1 (2010–2011), MagSafe 2 (2012–2017) |
Before you bring it in
Check System Information (or System Settings > Battery on newer macOS) for the cycle count and condition, and jot them down. If the case is bulging, stop charging it and bring it in straight away.
Which model do you have?
This page covers the MacBook Air 13-inch (2010–2017) (MacBookAir3,2 / 4,2 / 5,2 / 6,2 / 7,2; A1369, A1466). Open the Apple menu, choose About This Mac, then More Info or System Report. The A-number is also printed in small text on the underside. Not sure? Bring it in and we’ll identify it for you.
Price
Battery replacement: From £165 + VAT supply and fit. All prices are subject to inspection, and nothing is done without your approval.
Questions we’re often asked
How long will the new battery last?
A new battery should give you close to the run time it had when new, and typically lasts several years with normal use. Keeping it away from long periods at 100% charge and high heat helps it age more slowly.
Can you fit an SSD while it’s here?
Yes. This model uses a removable apple ssd blade, and swapping to an SSD at the same time is often the best-value upgrade you can make.
How much does it cost?
See the price section above. We always quote before starting, and if we can’t fix it, you don’t pay for the repair.
Book a repair
Call us on 020 7394 2528 or email info@mac-repair.london to arrange a time to drop it off.