MacBook specialists Β· about 35β40 minutes from Randburg
MacBook Repair for Randburg
Independent, component-level Apple repair for Randburg: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio and Mac Pro. We fix the failed part instead of replacing whole assemblies, quote in writing first and charge a fixed R499 Apple diagnostic that is waived when you proceed.
Same-day repairs: book a day or two ahead and we reserve a slot for you. Walk-ins welcome β timing then depends on how busy we are.
waived on repair
- Same-day slots when you book ahead
- 1β6 month warranty
- Written quote first
- Component-level repairs
- Data kept private
- Free parking Β· walk-ins welcome
In short
Genious Services repairs MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio and Mac Pro for Randburg at Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park β about 35β40 minutes away. The Apple diagnostic is R499 and is waived when you go ahead. Screens, batteries, keyboards and USB-C or MagSafe ports are usually done the same day when booked ahead; logic-board and liquid-damage repairs take 1β14 working days depending on parts. Call 078 298 5294 or book below. Same-day repairs are easiest to arrange when you book a day or two ahead.
MacBook repairs
Apple repair services for Randburg
Screens, batteries, keyboards, ports, liquid damage and logic boards β all repaired in our own workshop.
ScreensMacBook screen replacement
From R5,000
Cracked glass, lines, black screens, flicker and backlight faults on every MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and iMac.
- MacBook Air M1βM5 (13β³ & 15β³)
- MacBook Pro 13β³, 14β³ & 16β³ XDR
- iMac 21.5β³, 24β³ & 27β³ displays
- Flex-cable and backlight repair
BatteriesBattery replacement
From R1,000
Replace a worn, swollen or βService Recommendedβ battery and get your full day of use back.
- Same-day fitting when booked ahead
- Swollen batteries handled safely
- Battery-health check included
- MacBook Air and Pro, all years
Logic boardsLogic-board repair
From R1,500
No power, no charging, short circuits and failed chips repaired under the microscope β instead of replacing the whole board.
- Power-IC and USB-C controller repair
- Short-circuit tracing
- BGA and connector work
- 1β14 working days, part dependent
KeyboardsKeyboard & trackpad
From R2,000
Sticky, repeating or dead keys, butterfly-keyboard failures and trackpads that no longer click.
- Keyboard and top-case replacement
- Trackpad and Force Touch
- Touch ID and power button
- Backlight faults
Liquid damageLiquid-damage repair
From R3,000
Coffee, water, juice or wine β the sooner we clean the board, the better the chance of recovery.
- Ultrasonic board cleaning
- Corroded components replaced
- Data recovered where possible
- Keep it off and bring it in
Data & portsPorts, data & upgrades
Ports from R600
USB-C / Thunderbolt, MagSafe and HDMI ports, data recovery and SSD or RAM upgrades on models that support them.
- USB-C / Thunderbolt and MagSafe ports
- HDMI port (MacBook Pro)
- Data recovery from failed Macs
- SSD / RAM upgrades on older models
Mac models we repair
- MacBook Air M1, M2, M3, M4 & M5 (13β³ & 15β³)
- MacBook Pro 14β³ & 16β³ (M1 Pro/Max to M5)
- MacBook Pro 13β³ (M1, M2 & Intel)
- Intel MacBook Pro 13β³, 15β³, 16β³ & 17β³ (2006β2020)
- MacBook Air (Intel, 2008β2020)
- 12β³ MacBook & white / black / unibody MacBooks (2006β2017)
- Vintage Macs from 2007 β screens, batteries, drives, logic boards
- iMac 21.5β³, 24β³ & 27β³ and iMac Pro
- Mac mini, Mac Studio & Mac Pro
Repair types
Every MacBook repair, including ports
Pick the exact repairs in the booking form β the options shown match the Mac you select, including Touch ID, audio, Wi-Fi and camera faults.
Liquid / water damage
Ultrasonic cleaning and component repair after coffee, water or juice spills.
Screen replacement
Retina, Liquid Retina and XDR displays, cracked glass, lines and flicker.
Battery replacement
βService recommendedβ, swollen or fast-draining batteries.
Keyboard replacement
Sticky, repeating or dead keys, including butterfly keyboards.
Trackpad replacement
Clicks not registering, Force Touch faults or a lifted trackpad.
MagSafe charging-port repair
MagSafe 2 and MagSafe 3 ports that no longer charge.
USB-C / Thunderbolt port
Ports that are loose, burnt or no longer charge or carry data.
HDMI-port replacement
On MacBook Pro 14β³/16β³ (2021+) and Retina 2012β2015 models.
Audio jack, speakers & mic
Crackling speakers, no sound or a broken headphone jack.
Power button & Touch ID
Power buttons and Touch ID sensors that do not respond.
SSD upgrade / replacement
On 2013β2017 models with removable SSDs; older models take standard SSDs.
RAM upgrade
Possible on 2012-and-older MacBook Pro models; newer RAM is soldered.
Hard-drive replacement
For older MacBook and MacBook Pro models with a 2.5β³ drive.
Data recovery
From failed SSDs, dead logic boards and liquid-damaged Macs.
Logic-board repair
Microsoldering of power ICs, charging chips and short circuits.
Overheating & fan noise
Cleaning, thermal paste and fan replacement.
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & camera
Antennas, wireless modules and FaceTime cameras.
macOS & software
Wonβt boot past the Apple logo, failed updates and reinstalls.
DC-in board
Charging boards on iMacs and older MacBooks replaced or repaired.
Touch Bar repair
Touch Bar strips that are blank, flickering or unresponsive.
Vintage MacBooks (2007β2012)
White, black and unibody MacBooks, early MacBook Air and older iMacs.
Common problems
Common MacBook problems we fix
The faults Randburg Mac owners bring us most. We diagnose to component level, so you only pay for what is broken.
- Wonβt turn on or chargeOften a charging-port, USB-C controller or power-circuit fault on the logic board.
- Black screen but it makes soundsBacklight, display cable or GPU-related faults.
- Lines, spots or cracked glassPhysical damage to the display panel.
- Keys sticking or repeatingDust or liquid in the keyboard, or a failing butterfly mechanism.
- Liquid spilled on itShut it down, do not charge it and bring it in the same day.
- Restarts or kernel panicsFailing storage, logic-board faults or software corruption.
How it works
From diagnostic to collection
A fixed R499 Apple diagnostic, a written quote and a clear timeline before any work starts.
- 1
Book or walk in
Drive about 35β40 minutes from Randburg to Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park. Free parking Β· walk-ins welcome. Submit the form first if you want parts confirmed.
- 2
Diagnostic β R499
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 1β14 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 1β6 month warranty on parts and labour.
Pricing
MacBook repair prices for Randburg
Typical 2026 ranges including parts and labour. Your exact price is confirmed in writing first.
| Repair | Typical price | Typical turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| MacBook Air screen (M1 β M4, 13β³/15β³) | R5,000 β R13,000 | Same day if booked ahead (3β5 h) |
| MacBook Pro 13β³ screen | R5,500 β R9,000 | Same day if booked ahead (3β5 h) |
| MacBook Pro 14β³ Liquid Retina XDR | R8,000 β R18,000 | 1β3 days (part dependent) |
| MacBook Pro 16β³ Liquid Retina XDR | R10,000 β R20,000 | 1β3 days (part dependent) |
| MacBook Air battery | R1,000 β R1,800 | Same day if booked ahead |
| MacBook Pro battery | R1,500 β R4,000 | Same day if booked ahead |
| MacBook keyboard / top case | R2,000 β R6,500 | 1β3 days |
| MacBook USB-C / MagSafe port | R600 β R2,500 | Same day if booked ahead |
| Logic-board repair (microsoldering) | R1,500 β R18,000 | 1β14 working days |
| MacBook liquid-damage repair | R3,000 β R12,000 | Quoted after diagnostic |
| MacBook data recovery | R2,000 β R12,000 | Quoted after diagnostic |
| iMac repair (board, PSU, drive, display) | R1,500 β R15,000 | Part dependent |
| macOS reinstall & optimisation | R499 β R1,500 | Same day if booked ahead |
| Vintage MacBook repair (2007β2012) | R800 β R6,000 | Part dependent |
Prices are typical ranges including parts and labour; the exact price depends on the model and is confirmed in your written quote. Warranty: 1β6 months on parts and labour depending on the repair.
Service area
MacBook repair for Randburg and surrounding suburbs
From Ferndale, Bordeaux, Northcliff or Cresta the workshop is roughly 35 to 40 minutes away using the N1 and R24. That is a longer drive than a local counter, so we make it count: written quotes before work starts, same-day completion (when booked ahead) on most screen, battery and port repairs, and component-level board work for faults others call unrepairable.
Randburg's many freelancers and small agencies rely on MacBooks and creative laptops. We prioritise those with deadline notes in the form.
Randburg creatives working to deadlines: tell us the date you need the device back. If a part has to be sourced, we tell you immediately so you can make other plans, rather than finding out at collection.
Suburbs we regularly serve around Randburg
- Randburg CBD
- Ferndale
- Bordeaux
- Linden
- Northcliff
- Randpark Ridge
- Northgate
- Jukskei Park
- Bromhof
- Windsor
- Robindale
- Fontainebleau
- Blackheath
- Cresta
- Blairgowrie
Why choose us
Why Randburg Mac owners choose us
Logic-board microsoldering
We repair the failed chip or circuit on the board β usually far cheaper than a replacement logic board.
Clear R499 Apple diagnostic
One fixed diagnostic fee for every Apple device, waived when you go ahead. Written quote before any work.
1β6 month warranty
Parts and labour covered on every repair. If the same fault returns, we fix it free.
Older Macs welcome
We still repair Intel MacBooks and iMacs that other service centres no longer support.
Read what customers say on Google
Our reviews are written by customers, not by us. Read them β good and bad β 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
MacBook repair questions from Randburg
Straight answers to the questions customers ask us most β on the phone, on WhatsApp and through voice search.
How far is Genious Services from Randburg?
About 35 to 40 minutes outside peak traffic via the N1, N3/R24 and R21 to Jet Park.
Can you repair my device on the same day?
Very often, yes. Book a day or two before your visit β by phone, email or the repair form β 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.
Can you repair my laptop the same day if I come from Randburg?
Most screen, battery, keyboard, HDMI and USB-C repairs are completed the same day when booked ahead and the part is in stock. Submit the form first and we confirm.
Where can I get my MacBook repaired near Randburg?
At Genious Services, Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park β about 35β40 minutes from Randburg. We repair MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio and Mac Pro in our own workshop. Walk in MondayβFriday 8:00β17:00 or Saturday 9:00β16:00.
How much is an Apple diagnostic?
R499 for every Apple device β MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, iMac Pro, Mac mini, Mac Studio, Mac Pro and iPad. It is waived when you go ahead with the repair.
Where can I repair a liquid-damaged MacBook?
Bring it to our Jet Park workshop as soon as possible β about 35β40 minutes from Randburg. Switch it off, do not charge it and do not try to dry it with a hairdryer. We clean the board ultrasonically and repair corroded components. Liquid-damage repair is typically R3,000βR12,000.
Can you replace a USB-C port on a MacBook?
Yes. We replace USB-C / Thunderbolt and MagSafe ports and repair the charging circuits behind them, usually the same day when booked ahead, from R600.
Can you replace an HDMI port on a MacBook Pro?
Yes, on MacBook Pro models that have one β the 14β³ and 16β³ models from 2021 onwards and Retina models from 2012 to 2015.
Do you repair MacBooks that wonβt turn on?
Yes. A dead MacBook is usually a charging-port, power-IC or short-circuit fault on the logic board. We locate the failed component and repair it at board level.
Do you repair old MacBooks from 2007 to 2012?
Yes. We repair vintage Macs that many shops turn away β white and black polycarbonate MacBooks, unibody MacBook Pros (13β³, 15β³ and 17β³), the first MacBook Air, and older iMacs and Mac minis. Typical repairs are batteries, screens, keyboards, DC-in boards, hard-drive to SSD upgrades, RAM upgrades and logic-board repairs, from R800 to R6,000 depending on parts.
Are you an Apple Authorised Service Provider?
No β we are an independent repair workshop. That means we can repair at component level and repair older Macs Apple no longer services. We explain which parts we will use before you approve the quote.
MacBook problem in Randburg?
Send the model and fault β we reply with a price range and timeline. R499 Apple diagnostic, waived when you go ahead.
Book a repair
Request a repair quote for Randburg
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 β walk-ins welcome.
Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park
Boksburg, 1459, Gauteng
MondayβFriday 8:00β17:00
Saturday 9:00β16:00
Sunday: emergencies only Β· Public holidays: by appointment
About 35β40 minutes to Jet Park outside peak traffic. Free parking.
Get a repair quote
Takes about two minutes. Add every device you need repaired β each one gets its own section.
Genious Services workshop β serving Randburg
Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park, Boksburg 1459 Β· About 35β40 minutes from Randburg Β· free parking
Unit 28, 587 Jones Road, Jet Park, Boksburg 1459
Free parking on site Β· walk-ins welcome