Mac Repair London carries out liquid damage repair on the MacBook Pro 13-inch Retina from our Central London workshop, for home users and businesses.
Spills on a 13-inch Retina reach the logic board quickly because there is very little space inside. We clean the board ultrasonically, repair damaged power and charging parts, and then assess whether the keyboard or glued battery also needs replacing.
About this model: The 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro (A1425 and A1502) is still a strong everyday machine, particularly the 2015 model. Memory is soldered and the battery is glued, but the SSD is a removable blade, so storage can still be upgraded.
Signs it needs liquid damage repair
- Mac won’t turn on
- Keyboard partially working
- Charging only intermittently
- Corrosion smell
How we do it
The first hour after a spill decides a lot. Turn the Mac off, disconnect the charger and don’t switch it back on to see if it survived.
We fully dismantle it, put the logic board through an ultrasonic bath to lift residue from beneath the chips, and then trace and replace every corroded part. The keyboard, trackpad, battery and ports are tested one by one because spills rarely stop at the board.
On this model the keyboard is part of the top case, so if it’s damaged we’ll quote for the top case as a separate item so you can decide.
At a glance
| Years | 2012–2015 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5/i7, Intel Iris graphics |
| Storage | Removable Apple SSD blade |
| Memory | Soldered to the logic board |
| Battery | Held with adhesive |
| Power / charging | MagSafe 2 |
Before you bring it in
Even if it seems fine after drying, bring it in: corrosion can take days or weeks to cause a failure. Let us know when the spill happened and what the drink was.
Which model do you have?
This page covers the MacBook Pro 13-inch Retina (2012–2015) (MacBookPro10,2 / 11,1 / 12,1; A1425, A1502). The A-number is printed in tiny text on the base, near the hinge. You’ll also find the model in Apple menu > About This Mac. Not sure? Bring it in and we’ll identify it for you.
Price
Non-complex board repairs from £165 + VAT; complex repairs (liquid, lightning or GPU faults) from £285 + VAT. The initial assessment and advice are free, as long as we don't need to open your Mac. If a technician needs to open it and spend time diagnosing the fault, or you need a report for an insurance claim, it is booked in as a diagnostic at £45 + VAT (£54). All prices are subject to inspection, and nothing is done without your approval.
Questions we’re often asked
Should I put it in rice?
No. Rice doesn’t remove the minerals and sugar left behind, and meanwhile corrosion carries on. Switch it off and bring it to us as soon as you can.
Does the battery need replacing too?
Not always. On this model the battery is held with adhesive in the top case, so we test it first and only quote for it if it’s worn or damaged.
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.