Laptop LCD screen replacement: $150?

Jackgamer91 · February 28, 2018

I bought a gaming laptop about 4 months ago and I accidentally splashed some liquid on to the screen and now the edges have a yellow discoloration which is very noticeable and I looked up LCD screens online for my model and it was only $70 so I decided why not fix it.

Went to a place to have it done for me (I sourced the LCD myself) and they said to replace it will be $150 for the labor.

Is this how much it usually costs to replace an LCD screen? Is it overcharge?

katoptrys · February 28, 2018

Check ifixit, they usually have guides on how to do it yourself. And if not, youtube can be a valuable tool.

It can be time consuming, and also you have to be very careful, but 150 dollars is a bit absurd if you ask me

Damascus · February 28, 2018

It's the businesses margin, the only electronics I've ever broken were laptops.

I recommend DIY with an anti static wristwrest plus patience.

Donut417 · March 1, 2018

2 hours ago, Jackgamer91 said:

I bought a gaming laptop about 4 months ago and I accidentally splashed some liquid on to the screen and now the edges have a yellow discoloration which is very noticeable and I looked up LCD screens online for my model and it was only $70 so I decided why not fix it.

Went to a place to have it done for me (I sourced the LCD myself) and they said to replace it will be $150 for the labor.

Is this how much it usually costs to replace an LCD screen? Is it overcharge?

A long time ago I cracked a laptop screen. Was quoted $199-$499 for the monitor and $80 labor. Laptops can be a bitch to repair, which is why they charge so much.