Laptop specialists · students & NSFAS welcome
Laptop Repair in Johannesburg — Screens, Batteries, Keyboards & Motherboards
Fast, honest laptop repair for students, professionals and businesses across Johannesburg. We fix HP, Lenovo, Dell, Acer, Asus and every other brand — including NSFAS and university laptops — with same-day screens and batteries when you book ahead, component-level motherboard repair and a written quote before any work starts.
Same-day repairs: book a day or two ahead and we reserve a slot for you. Walk-ins welcome — timing then depends on how busy we are.
waived on repair
- Same-day slots when you book ahead
- 1–6 month warranty
- Written quote first
- Component-level repairs
- Data kept private
- Free parking · walk-ins welcome
In short
Genious Services repairs laptops for Johannesburg students and professionals at Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park — about 20 to 30 minutes from the CBD, Wits and UJ. Screens cost R1,700–R8,000, batteries R900–R2,500, keyboards R600–R3,500 and SSD upgrades R1,200–R2,500, usually same day when booked ahead. Diagnostics are R350 (waived on repair). Call 078 298 5294. Same-day repairs are easiest to arrange when you book a day or two ahead.
Laptop repairs
Laptop repairs with clear prices
Every brand, every model. Written quote before any work, warranty after.
ScreensLaptop screen replacement
R1,700 – R8,000
Cracked, black, flickering or lined screens. HD, Full HD, touch, 4K and high-refresh gaming panels.
- Standard HD / FHD R1,700–R3,500
- Touch screens R2,200–R4,500
- Gaming & 4K R3,000–R8,000
BatteriesBattery replacement
R900 – R2,500
Dead, swollen or fast-draining batteries replaced — the quickest way to give a student laptop a second life.
- Same day for common models when booked ahead
- Swollen batteries handled safely
- Charger and port checked too
KeyboardsKeyboard & trackpad
R600 – R3,500
Missing, sticky or dead keys, liquid on the keyboard and unresponsive trackpads.
- Individual keys or full keyboard
- Trackpad replacement
- Backlit keyboards
MotherboardsMotherboard & no-power repair
R1,500 – R8,000
Component-level repair of charging circuits, power ICs and shorts — not a guessed board swap.
- No power, no charging
- Shorts after liquid or surges
- 1–14 working days, part dependent
Liquid damageLiquid-damage repair
R1,500 – R8,000
Tea, coffee, cooldrink or water — switch it off and bring it in the same day for the best chance of recovery.
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Corroded components replaced
- Data recovered where possible
Data & speedSSD upgrades, data & software
R350 – R2,500
Make an old laptop fast again with an SSD and RAM upgrade, recover lost files or remove malware.
- SSD upgrade R1,200–R2,500
- Windows reinstall from R350
- Data recovery R1,500–R12,000
Repair types
Ports, components & upgrades
The booking form shows the options that match your laptop.
Liquid / water damage
Ultrasonic cleaning and corrosion repair. Leave it switched off and bring it in.
Screen replacement
Cracked, black, flickering or lined screens on laptops and all-in-ones.
Battery replacement
Dead, swollen or fast-draining batteries.
Keyboard & trackpad
Keys not working, liquid on the keyboard or an unresponsive trackpad.
Charging port & DC jack
Loose or burnt barrel jacks and USB-C charging ports.
USB-C / Type-C port
Broken USB-C ports for charging, data and video.
HDMI-port replacement
No picture on the TV or monitor? We replace the port.
USB-A, Ethernet & DisplayPort
Loose USB-A sockets, LAN ports and DisplayPort or mini-DP faults.
Audio-jack, speaker & mic
No sound, crackling, broken headphone jack or a dead microphone.
Power-button repair
Buttons that do nothing or switch the device off on their own.
Hard drive & SSD
Failed drives replaced, and SSD upgrades for a much faster machine.
RAM upgrade / replacement
More memory where the model allows it — we tell you honestly if it does not.
Data recovery
Files from dead drives, failed boards and liquid-damaged devices.
No power & motherboard
Component-level repair of power circuits, chips and boards.
Overheating & slow performance
Cleaning, thermal paste, fan replacement and software tune-ups.
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & camera
Wireless cards, antennas and webcams.
Operating system & software
Windows and macOS reinstalls, updates, drivers and malware removal.
BIOS & boot problems
Corrupted BIOS, boot loops and firmware faults repaired.
Hinges & casing
Broken hinges, cracked bottom covers and lids that will not stay up.
Upgrades & custom PC builds
Gaming and office PC builds, GPU and PSU upgrades.
General diagnostic
Not sure what is wrong? We find it and quote before any work.
Common problems
Common laptop problems we fix
The faults we see most often from Johannesburg students and professionals.
- Won’t turn onNo lights, no fan, nothing — usually a power circuit, charging port or battery fault.
- Cracked or black screenPhysical damage, a failed backlight or a loose display cable.
- Not chargingDamaged charging port, DC jack, charger or charging circuit.
- No picture on the TVHDMI port damage is very common on laptops, PS5s and Xboxes.
- Liquid spilled on itSwitch it off, do not charge it, and bring it in the same day.
- Very slow or freezingFailing hard drive, too little RAM, malware or overheating.
- Overheating and loud fanDust build-up, dried thermal paste or a failing fan.
- Died after load-sheddingPower-surge damage to the PSU or the board’s protection circuit.
How it works
How laptop repair works
Fast, transparent and fully in-house.
- 1
Book or walk in
Drive about 20–30 minutes from Johannesburg to Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park. Free parking · walk-ins welcome. Submit the form first if you want parts confirmed.
- 2
Diagnostic — R350 (R499 Apple)
We test the device at component level to find the real cause, then send a written quote with price and turnaround. The fee is waived when you go ahead.
- 3
Repair in our workshop
Nothing is outsourced. Screens, batteries, keyboards and ports are usually done the same day when booked ahead; board-level repairs take 1–14 working days depending on parts.
- 4
Test, collect & warranty
We test everything before calling you. Pay by card, EFT or cash and collect with a 1–6 month warranty on parts and labour.
Pricing
Laptop repair prices 2026
Typical ranges including parts and labour.
| Repair | Typical price | Typical turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop screen replacement (standard HD / FHD to 4K) | R1,700 – R8,000 | Same day if booked ahead (2–4 h) |
| Laptop battery replacement | R900 – R2,500 | Same day if booked ahead |
| Laptop keyboard replacement | R600 – R3,500 | Same day if booked ahead – 3 days |
| HDMI-port replacement (laptop / PC) | R800 – R3,000 | Same day if booked ahead |
| USB-C / charging-port / DC-jack replacement | R600 – R2,500 | Same day if booked ahead |
| SSD upgrade / replacement (incl. fitting) | R1,200 – R2,500 | Same day if booked ahead |
| Motherboard / chip-level repair | R1,500 – R8,000 | 1–14 working days |
| Laptop liquid-damage repair | R1,500 – R8,000 | Quoted after diagnostic |
| Data recovery (HDD / SSD) | R1,500 – R12,000 | Quoted after diagnostic |
| Virus removal / Windows or macOS reinstall | R350 – R1,500 | Same day if booked ahead |
| MacBook Air screen (M1 – M4, 13″/15″) | R5,000 – R13,000 | Same day if booked ahead (3–5 h) |
| MacBook & iMac repairs | R1,000 – R18,000 | See MacBook pricing |
Prices are typical ranges including parts and labour; the exact price depends on the model and is confirmed in your written quote. Warranty: 1–6 months on parts and labour depending on the repair.
Service area
Laptop repair for Johannesburg and surrounding suburbs
From Johannesburg CBD, Braamfontein and Auckland Park the drive to Jet Park is roughly 20 to 30 minutes via the N12 or N3. Northern-suburb customers from Sandton, Rosebank and Randburg reach us via the R24, and Soweto and the south via the N12.
One workshop serves the whole city, so every device is repaired by the same team with the same equipment — microscopes, hot-air and BGA stations, ultrasonic cleaning for liquid damage and professional data-recovery tools.
Johannesburg is a big city, so the form asks for your suburb. It helps us suggest the best route and time to visit, and for business customers it keeps job cards and invoices organised by branch or office.
Suburbs we regularly serve around Johannesburg
- Johannesburg CBD
- Braamfontein
- Auckland Park
- Melville
- Sandton
- Rosebank
- Fourways
- Bryanston
- Randburg
- Northcliff
- Parktown
- Hyde Park
- Rivonia
- Sunninghill
- Soweto
- Lenasia
- Roodepoort
- Alberton
Why choose us
Why students and professionals choose us
Component-level repairs
We repair the failed chip or circuit instead of selling you a whole new board, which saves thousands.
Written quote first
You see the price and turnaround before any work starts. No hidden costs and no pressure.
Same-day service when booked
Most screen, battery, keyboard and port repairs are finished the same day you drop off — book ahead and we reserve a slot for you.
1–6 month warranty
Every repair is covered for parts and labour. If the same fault returns, we fix it free.
Read what customers say on Google
Our reviews are written by customers, not by us. Read them — good and bad — on our Google Business Profile before you decide. If we have repaired a device for you, we would value your honest feedback there too.
Questions & answers
Laptop repair questions
Straight answers to the questions customers ask us most — on the phone, on WhatsApp and through voice search.
Where can I get my laptop repaired in Johannesburg?
At Genious Services, Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park — about 20 to 30 minutes from Johannesburg CBD, Braamfontein and Auckland Park. Walk in Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00 or Saturday 9:00–16:00.
Can you repair my device on the same day?
Very often, yes. Book a day or two before your visit — by phone, email or the repair form — and we reserve a same-day slot and have the part ready for you. Walk-ins are always welcome too, but then same-day turnaround depends on how busy the workshop is that day. Either way, we tell you honestly when you can expect your device back.
How much does a laptop screen replacement cost?
R1,700–R3,500 for standard HD and Full HD screens, R2,200–R4,500 for touch screens and R3,000–R8,000 for gaming and 4K screens. Most are fitted the same day when booked ahead.
Do you repair NSFAS and student laptops?
Yes — all brands and models, including the HP, Lenovo and Acer laptops supplied through NSFAS. Batteries start at R900, screens at R1,700 and SSD upgrades at R1,200.
Can you replace a laptop charging port or USB-C port?
Yes. We replace DC jacks and USB-C / Type-C charging ports from R600, usually the same day when booked ahead.
Can you replace an HDMI port on a laptop?
Yes. Laptop HDMI-port replacement costs R800–R3,000 and is normally done the same day when booked ahead.
Do you repair laptops that won’t turn on?
Yes. We test the charger, port, battery and power circuits and repair the failed component at board level. Motherboard repairs take 1–14 working days depending on parts.
How long does laptop repair take?
Screens, batteries, keyboards, ports and software repairs are usually same day when booked ahead. Motherboard and liquid-damage repairs take 1–14 working days.
Is it worth repairing an old laptop?
Often yes. An SSD upgrade (R1,200–R2,500) and a new battery can make a 4–6 year old laptop feel new for a fraction of the price of a replacement. We tell you honestly when it is not worth it.
How much is the diagnostic?
R350 for Windows laptops (R499 for MacBooks), waived when you go ahead with the repair.
Do you repair laptops for businesses?
Yes. Choose "Company / Business", set how many laptops you are bringing and complete a short section for each one. You get a quote per device and one company invoice.
Laptop giving you trouble?
Send the model and the fault — we reply with a price and turnaround, usually within two business hours.
Book a repair
Request a repair quote for Johannesburg
Tell us about each device and we reply with a price range and turnaround within two business hours. Then drop it off at our Jet Park workshop — walk-ins welcome.
Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park
Boksburg, 1459, Gauteng
Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00
Saturday 9:00–16:00
Sunday: emergencies only · Public holidays: by appointment
About 20–30 minutes to Jet Park outside peak traffic. Free parking.
Get a repair quote
Takes about two minutes. Add every device you need repaired — each one gets its own section.
Genious Services workshop — serving Johannesburg
Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park, Boksburg 1459 · About 20–30 minutes from Johannesburg · free parking
Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park, Boksburg 1459
Free parking on site · walk-ins welcome