
Wet MacBook: the right step-by-step
What to do in the first minutes after liquid is spilled.
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Help Cell repairs Apple devices in Florianópolis: MacBook, iPad, Apple Watch and AirPods, at our shop in Floripa Shopping. We are an independent, specialized repair shop, with technicians who have more than 10 years at the workbench and a warranty on the repair.
Four device families, each with its own repair page. Pick yours and see what Help Cell does.
Broken screen, MacBook that got wet, overheats or won't turn on.
See MacBook repairCracked screen, battery that won't hold a charge or iPad that won't turn on.
See iPad repairBroken glass, weak battery or a watch that won't charge.
See Apple Watch repairEarbud with no sound, with crackling, or that has lost battery life.
See AirPods repairThe MacBook has more kinds of faults than any other Apple device in this range. These six services are the ones that reach our workbench most, and each one has its own page with the step-by-step.
Cracked screen, with spots or lines, or no picture at all.
See the repairCoffee, water or juice spilled on it: the sooner, the better the chance to save it.
See the repairMacBook that gets too hot, makes noise or slows down when it heats up.
See the repairBlack screen, no sign of life, or one that shuts off on its own.
See the repairKeys that fail, repeat a letter or stop working altogether.
See the repairRuns out fast away from a power outlet, or the body is lifting up.
See the repairFind the service by its symptom. The time for each one is agreed at the assessment, and you get the price on WhatsApp.
| Device | Symptom | Recommended service | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook | Cracked screen or lines on the screen | MacBook screen replacement | Agreed at the assessment |
| MacBook | Liquid spilled on the keyboard | Chemical cleaning | Agreed at the assessment |
| MacBook | Gets very hot and the fan won't stop | Thermal paste | Agreed at the assessment |
| iPad | Cracked glass or touch not working | iPad screen replacement | Agreed at the assessment |
| iPad | Battery drains fast | iPad battery replacement | Agreed at the assessment |
| Apple Watch | Broken glass or weak battery | Apple Watch | Agreed at the assessment |
| AirPods | One side has no sound or has crackling | AirPods | Agreed at the assessment |
From your first message on WhatsApp to pick-up, there are four simple steps.
Send us the device, the model and the problem. A photo of the screen or the damage helps.
On WhatsApp you get an idea of the price, which is confirmed at the assessment.
Bring it to Floripa Shopping, or ask for pick-up in Greater Florianópolis (with a fee).
We only repair after you say yes. When you pick it up, you check the device with the agreed warranty.
An independent repair shop that explains before it opens the device.
When the device won't turn on, we check the board before talking about replacing parts.
Chemical cleaning for MacBooks and other devices that had contact with liquid.
Our technicians work here, with more than 10 years of experience.
The repair is covered against defects, under the conditions agreed beforehand.
We are independent, not an Apple Authorized Service Provider. We say so at the start.
You leave the device with us and go shopping or work, during the mall's hours.
Four simple precautions that stop the fault from getting worse and protect what is inside the device.
Hold the power button until it turns off, and remove the charger. Turning on a wet MacBook is what burns the board most often.
Heat from a hair dryer can damage parts, and rice does not remove liquid residue. Bring the laptop in as it is.
For screen and battery repairs your data usually stays on the device, but a copy avoids surprises. If the device still turns on, back it up first.
Write down what you need to test the device with us at pick-up, without leaving your account unprotected.
If the MacBook or iPad looks swollen, stop using it and charging it, and bring it in carefully.
A device that turns off while it still has charge usually has a battery at the end of its life.
On a MacBook, a constant fan noise without heavy use can mean it needs cleaning and new thermal paste.
If the laptop only freezes after it gets hot, have it checked before the heat damages other parts.
Help Cell is a specialized, independent repair shop. Here is what that means in practice for your device.
We are not an Apple Authorized Service Provider. We repair with our own technicians and our own warranty.
Warranty provided by Help CellIf the device is still under the manufacturer's warranty, check its rules before having it repaired elsewhere.
Worth checking firstHere the conversation is direct: we assess the device, give you the price, and you decide if the repair is worth it.
No obligation to approveThe repair comes with a 90-day warranty, with the conditions explained before the repair.
Our shop is inside Floripa Shopping. If you prefer, we pick up your device at your home or at work.
Pick-up and delivery in Greater Florianópolis, for any service, with a fee.
Message us on WhatsApp or see all contact optionsReal reviews from customers, straight from Google.
Matheus looked after me very well! He was super attentive and managed to help me with my phone, which had dirt in the charging port. He fixed it quickly and explained everything clearly. Excellent service!
I love this store, and Matheus's service definitely makes all the difference. He deserves the best rating possible! I recommend the store with my eyes closed and I will happily buy here again. Score: 10000.
Efficient service on WhatsApp from Mykael and in the store from Josué. Excellent service! I took my phone in to replace the charging connector, but the technician checked it and, after a cleaning, found that the replacement was not necessary. The store did not charge for the cleaning either. Transparent, honest service and quality work. I recommend Help Cell!
Bruno CamargoGoogle review, Aug 2026The price depends on the device, the model and the problem. Send us these details, with a photo if you can, on WhatsApp +55 48 99110-7381, and Help Cell will send you the price. It is confirmed at the assessment.
No. Help Cell is an independent, specialized repair shop, with its own warranty. If your device is still under Apple's warranty, check Apple's rules before having it repaired. Read the guide on authorized or specialized repair shops.
For screen and battery repairs, your data usually stays on the device. Even so, back it up before the repair whenever the device still turns on. The details are in the guide on losing data during a repair.
Often, yes, especially when the laptop is turned off right away. Liquid leaves residue that corrodes the board over time, so speed matters. Don't turn it on or charge it, and take it quickly to chemical cleaning for MacBook.
The time depends on the device, the model and the problem. A simple bench repair is quicker than one that needs a specific part or a board check. Help Cell agrees the time at the assessment, before we start, so you can decide with the full information.
Ask about your device on WhatsApp. Help Cell explains which part is used in each repair and what changes between original, genuine and compatible parts.
Yes, Help Cell repairs AirPods, Apple's earbuds. Small sound and battery problems usually show up first in AirPods. See the AirPods repair page for the most common faults.
Yes. Pick-up and delivery covers Greater Florianópolis, with a fee.
Direct answers before you decide on a repair.

What to do in the first minutes after liquid is spilled.
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The differences that matter when you choose where to repair.
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When the repair touches your data, and how to protect it.
Read how to protect your dataSend us the device, the model and the problem, and get the repair price. Prefer to call? Dial +55 48 3238-7381.
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