MacBook won’t boot? Logic board repair from $69-$99. Mail-in service for all MacBook models or drop-off in Port Orange, FL.
MacBook Won’t Boot? Logic Board Repair from $69
A MacBook that won’t boot, shows a black screen, or restarts every few seconds has a logic board failure — not a software problem. The good news: most logic board failures are repairable at the chip level for $69-$99, vs. Apple’s $700+ logic board swap.
Common MacBook no-boot causes: GPU failure (2014-2017 MacBook Pros), SSD controller failure (2013-2015 MacBook Airs), and power management IC failure (any model). We reball or replace the failed chip with hot-air rework.
What Breaks & Why
When a MacBook shows black screen on boot, restarts in a loop, or shows a folder-with-question-mark icon, the root cause is almost always on the logic board:
Black screen, no chime — GPU or power management IC failure
- GPU failure (2014-2017 MacBook Pros, pre-2020 MacBook Airs). The most common MacBook logic board failure. The AMD Radeon / Intel HD GPU soldered to the logic board cracks from thermal cycling. Reballing the chip with fresh solder balls fixes it permanently.
- SSD controller failure (2013-2015 MacBook Airs). The onboard SSD controller dies, often after Apple bricking firmware updates. The fix is to desolder the old SSD and install a compatible replacement — preserves data, restores boot.
- Power management IC failure. The ISL6259 or similar PMIC chip fails due to age or voltage spikes. Replacement of the chip itself (not the whole board) restores function.
How We Fix It
MacBook logic board repair is microscope-level hot-air rework. We remove the failed chip with controlled hot air, clean the pads, prep the board, and solder a new chip (or reball the existing chip with new solder balls).
Repair time: 2-4 hours per device once approved. Mail-in total turnaround 5-7 business days door-to-door. Local drop-off in Port Orange: same-day for many repairs.
Pricing
$69 MacBook GPU reball (most common repair). 90-day warranty. Free return shipping.
$99 MacBook SSD controller replacement / SSD swap. 90-day warranty. Free return shipping.
How Mail-In Repair Works
- Ship your device. Pack securely (we have packing tips) and ship USPS Priority Mail to: Ship To Fix, 725 Dunlawton Ave (PO Box 290435), Port Orange, FL 32129.
- Free diagnostic. We test your device and identify the failure within 1 business day of arrival.
- Firm quote. We email a no-surprise price. You approve before any work starts.
- Repair & ship back. Most repairs complete in 1-3 business days. Free tracked return shipping. Total door-to-door turnaround is typically 5-7 business days.
Local drop-off in Port Orange, FL: If you’re near the shop, skip the shipping — drop off in person and pick up when it’s done.
Why Choose ShipToFix for This Repair?
- ✅ 90-day warranty on every repair — parts and labor
- ✅ Free return shipping via USPS Priority (insured, tracked)
- ✅ Free diagnostic — no charge if you decline the repair
- ✅ Mail-in from all 50 states — same service, same warranty
- ✅ Specialty shop — board-level experts, not a phone-screen generalist
- ✅ In business since 2018 with 15,000+ repairs completed
📍 Our Location
Ship To Fix
725 Dunlawton Ave (PO Box 290435)
Port Orange, FL 32129
📞 +1-888-305-4364
✉️ [email protected]
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET
Related Repair Products
- MacBook GPU Reball Service — $69
- MacBook SSD Controller / SSD Swap — $99
- MacBook Power IC Chip-Level Repair — $149+
Local Service Areas (Drop-Off)
While this repair is available mail-in from all 50 states, our Port Orange shop also accepts local drop-off. The closest cities are:
- Port Orange Console Repair
- Deltona Console Repair
- Sanford Console Repair
- Lake Mary Console Repair
- Ormond Beach Console Repair
- Port Orange Console Repair (home base)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does MacBook logic board repair cost?
MacBook GPU reball at ShipToFix costs $69. SSD controller / SSD swap runs $99. Advanced chip-level repairs (power IC, EFI corruption) are $149+. All include 90-day warranty and free return shipping. Apple’s out-of-warranty logic board swap costs $700+.
How long does MacBook logic board repair take?
Most MacBook logic board repairs are completed in 2-4 hours of bench time, ship back 1-3 business days after approval. Mail-in total turnaround is typically 5-7 business days. Local drop-off at our Port Orange shop can be same-day for many repairs.
Is it worth repairing an old MacBook?
Yes — MacBooks are designed to last 7-10 years. A 2015-2018 MacBook Pro with a $69-$99 logic board repair is still a capable machine in 2025. Apple’s logic board swap costs $700+, which exceeds the value of older MacBooks. Independent repair at $69-$99 makes extending your MacBook life highly cost-effective.
Will my data be lost during logic board repair?
No. MacBook logic board repair preserves the SSD/storage component in nearly all cases. Your data, programs, and user accounts are 100% preserved. The repair replaces the failed chip on the logic board while leaving the SSD in place.
Does ShipToFix service out-of-warranty MacBooks?
Yes — we are not an authorized Apple service provider, but we are chip-level specialists. We service all MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and older MacBook models. For most logic board failures, we can reball or replace the failed IC for $69-$99, vs. Apple’s $700+ logic board swap.
What’s the difference between Apple and ShipToFix logic board repair?
Apple replaces the entire logic board ($700+ logic + $200+ labor). ShipToFix replaces only the failed chip ($69-$99 + free return). For GPU failure, SSD failure, and PMIC failure, the chip-level repair is the more affordable, faster, and equally durable solution.
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Need a quote? Email [email protected] or call +1-888-305-4364. We respond within a few business hours.