Have one or both of your laptop’s hinges popped loose? It happens. Sometimes due to drop damage, sometimes just due to opening and closing the lid. Some hinge assemblies are poorly designed, sad to say, and simply break too easily. And over time, hinges can seize up, and sometimes can become so resistant to movement that they snap the plastics they’re attached to.
Leaving your hinges broken or partially broken will leave your laptop susceptible to further damage – broken screens, broken wireless antennas, broken LCD connection cables, broken bodies and frames.
At The Computer Cellar, we’re experts at hinge repair. Sometimes we can use epoxy or additional screws to do an inexpensive, quick, but reliable repair. Other times we may have to replace the hinge mechanism or the entire lid. But rest assured we can make your computer safe to use again with the most reliable repairs in the area!
Why Do Laptop Hinges Break?
Hinges take a lot of wear over a laptop’s lifetime — every time you open and close the lid, the hinge flexes. Over time, the plastic housing around the hinge can crack, the screws can strip, or the hinge mechanism itself can break. Drop damage can also bend or snap a hinge out of alignment. Left unrepaired, a loose hinge puts stress on the display cable and screen bezel, which can cause bigger problems down the line.
What Does a Hinge Repair Involve?
Depending on the damage, we either retighten and re-anchor the existing hinge assembly or replace it with a new one. Some hinge repairs also require replacing the plastic bezel around the screen if it’s cracked or deformed. We’ll assess the damage when you bring it in and let you know exactly what’s needed before any work begins.
Free Diagnosis — Walk-Ins Welcome
If your laptop lid is wobbly, won’t stay open, or the casing is cracking near the hinge, bring it to us. We’ll take a look at no charge and give you a repair estimate. The Computer Cellar is located at 720 9th St., Lower Level in Durham, NC. Call (919) 314-3327 or stop by Monday–Friday, 10AM–6PM.
