Liquid damage is a race against time. The moment water, coffee, juice, or any liquid enters an electronic device, corrosion begins. Minerals and salts in tap water and other liquids attack copper traces, tin solder, and component legs on the circuit board. The faster you act — and the more correctly you act — the better your chances of recovery. If your device has been exposed to liquid, turn it off immediately, remove the battery if accessible, and do not try to charge it or turn it on. Then bring it to Cybrix Electronics as quickly as possible.
Our liquid damage repair process goes beyond the "put it in rice" myth that delays proper treatment by days. We disassemble the device completely, inspect the board under magnification, perform an ultrasonic cleaning cycle with specialist solution to dissolve and flush corrosion, and then carefully assess which components have sustained permanent damage. In many cases — particularly when devices are brought in promptly — we achieve full functional recovery. Even devices that have been sitting in a drawer for weeks can sometimes be revived once the corrosion is properly addressed.
We assess every liquid-damaged device for free. You only pay if we proceed with treatment after the assessment, and we'll tell you honestly what the outlook looks like before we start. For devices with extensive board damage, we'll discuss whether board-level microsoldering repair is warranted relative to the device's value.
From everyday wear to complex hardware faults — here are the issues we deal with most often.
Toilet, sink, pool, ocean — any submersion requires immediate attention. Even IP-rated devices can fail when seals are aged or pressure exceeds rating.
Sugary, acidic drinks are more damaging than plain water due to their chemical composition. They leave residue that continues corroding after the liquid dries.
Prolonged rain exposure or riding in a bag while wet can introduce moisture through ports, buttons, and speaker meshes even without full submersion.
A spilled drink on a keyboard travels directly to the motherboard. This is one of the most time-critical liquid damage scenarios — shut the laptop immediately.
Speaker mesh saturated with liquid produces muffled sound. Sometimes this resolves as it dries, but liquid in the speaker housing can cause permanent damage if untreated.
A device that went through the wash, fell in a bath, or was soaked in rain and now won't respond. Turn off completely and do not attempt to charge.
Liquid exposure can cause rapid battery degradation and swelling. A swollen battery after liquid damage needs immediate removal and replacement.
Visible green or white residue around the charging port, SIM slot, or board connectors indicates active corrosion that needs to be cleaned before it spreads.
We carry parts and have experience with the following models — and many more not listed here.
From booking to pickup — a straightforward, transparent process every time.
Bring your device in immediately — or call us to discuss the situation. The first 24 hours are critical. We prioritise liquid damage cases and aim to begin assessment the same day.
We fully disassemble the device and inspect the board under magnification, checking liquid indicator strips, corrosion presence, and any shorted components.
The logic board is placed in our ultrasonic cleaner with specialist PCB cleaning solution. This removes mineral deposits and corrosion that cotton swabs and isopropyl alone can't reach.
After cleaning and drying, we power on the board in a controlled environment and test all subsystems. Any remaining faults are identified for targeted repair or component replacement.
Once satisfied the board is clean and functional, we reassemble with fresh seals where applicable, test all hardware functions thoroughly, and return the device with a repair report.
Hundreds of satisfied customers trust Cybrix Electronics with their devices. Here\'s what makes us different.
We use a professional ultrasonic cleaning bath — not just cotton buds and IPA. This reaches corrosion under shields, inside connectors, and beneath components.
Liquid damage is time-sensitive. We treat it as a priority and aim to begin assessment the same day you bring the device in.
The initial inspection and assessment is always free. You only pay if you proceed with cleaning and repair treatment.
We tell you the realistic recovery outlook before starting. If damage is too extensive to justify repair cost, we say so upfront.
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Liquid damage assessment is always free. Ultrasonic cleaning and treatment for phones starts from $89, which covers full disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, drying, reassembly, and testing. If additional component repairs are needed (battery replacement, port repair, microsoldering), these are quoted separately after assessment.
Laptop and MacBook liquid damage treatment starts from $150 due to the greater complexity and time involved. Board-level microsoldering for corroded components is quoted individually. All pricing is confirmed before work begins.
Common questions about Liquid Damage Repairs Melbourne — answered honestly.
Conveniently located and serving customers from across Melbourne’s north, northwest, and inner suburbs.
No fix, no fee. 90-day warranty. Free diagnostic. Most repairs completed the same day. Cybrix Electronics — Melbourne\'s trusted electronics repair specialists.
Questions? Email info@cybrix.com.au or call +61411790014