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Laptop Screen Repair in Manchester Cracked, black, flickering or lined laptop screens replaced on Windows laptops, MacBooks and Chromebooks, with free collection
A cracked laptop screen rarely stays small: black ink-like blots spread, lines appear and eventually the picture goes. We replace laptop screens on every major brand, matching the exact panel your laptop was built with, and collect your laptop free from anywhere in Greater Manchester.
- Free collection
- Free diagnosis
- 24-month warranty
- No Fix, No Fee
Laptop screens replaced properly, not approximately
Two laptops that look identical can use different screens. Resolution, refresh rate, touch support, brightness and even the connector on the back all vary, and fitting the wrong panel can leave you with a dimmer, lower-resolution or flickering display. We identify the exact panel your laptop needs before ordering, so the new screen matches the original.
Every screen repair starts with a free check and a fixed price, and it's covered by our 24-month warranty and No Fix, No Fee promise.
Something else wrong with your laptop? See our laptop repair page.
Is it the screen, or something else?
Not every display fault needs a new screen. These are the signs we look for.
| What you see | Likely cause | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Black blots that look like spilled ink | A cracked LCD panel | The screen needs replacing |
| Coloured lines that stay in place | A damaged panel, or a loose display cable | We test the cable before replacing the screen |
| Flicker or blackout as the lid moves | A worn display cable at the hinge | Often a cable repair rather than a new screen |
| A very dim picture, visible with a torch | A failed backlight | Usually a new panel, depending on the model |
| The same fault on an external monitor | The graphics chip or motherboard | Not a screen fault: we diagnose the board instead |
| Touch not working, picture fine | The touch layer or its connection | A new touch assembly on touchscreen models |
What your laptop screen repair involves
On most Windows laptops and Chromebooks, the LCD panel sits behind a plastic bezel and can be replaced on its own, which keeps the cost down.
Touchscreen and 2-in-1 laptops usually have the glass bonded to the display, so the panel and touch layer are replaced together. On MacBooks, the screen is part of a complete display assembly that is replaced as one unit.
A bent hinge can crack a brand-new screen all over again, so we check the hinges and the lid as part of every screen repair.
The details we match on every replacement
MacBook screen repair
MacBook Air and MacBook Pro screens are replaced as a complete display assembly: the screen, the lid, the camera and the hinges come as one part. It's a bigger repair than a Windows laptop panel, but it restores the display exactly as Apple built it.
Many MacBook screens crack when the lid is closed on earbuds, a pen or crumbs, because the gap above the keyboard is tiny. If yours shows bars of light along the bottom edge or cuts out as the lid opens, the display cable may be the cause instead, and we test that first.
Three quick tests before a laptop screen repair
With an external monitor connected, you can also back up your files before the repair.
Laptop screens for every major brand
- Dell
- HP
- Lenovo
- ASUS
- Acer
- MSI
- Apple MacBook
- Microsoft Surface
- Samsung Galaxy Book
- Razer
- Chromebooks
Not sure of your exact model? The sticker underneath the laptop usually shows it, or send us a photo and we'll work it out.
Laptop screen repair near you
Carrying a laptop with a broken screen across town is no fun, so we collect it free from anywhere in Manchester and Greater Manchester. Check the areas we cover, or find out how our collection service works.
Laptop screen repair FAQs
How much does laptop screen repair cost in Manchester?
It depends on the panel. A standard Full HD screen for a Windows laptop costs far less than a touchscreen, a high refresh rate gaming panel or a MacBook display assembly. We identify your exact screen and confirm a fixed price first.
How long does a laptop screen replacement take?
Once the panel is in stock, fitting it is often done the same day. Less common screens may need ordering, and we'll tell you how long when we quote.
Can you fix lines on my laptop screen without replacing it?
Sometimes. If the lines come from a loose or worn display cable, reseating or replacing the cable fixes them. If the panel itself is damaged, it needs replacing.
Will a screen replacement affect my files?
No. Replacing a screen doesn't touch your storage, so your files, programs and settings are exactly as you left them.
Can you replace a touchscreen laptop screen?
Yes. On most touchscreen and 2-in-1 laptops, the glass and display are replaced together as one bonded assembly.
Is it worth replacing the screen on an older laptop?
Often. A new screen costs much less than a new laptop, and if the rest of the machine still runs well, it's usually good value. We'll tell you if it isn't.
Do you collect laptops for screen repair?
Yes, free from anywhere in Greater Manchester, whether that's your home or your office.
