One of the most significant damages you iPhone may suffer is the influx of moisture inside it. If you are experiencing a similar problem please follow the instructions below.
Immediate reaction
- Turn off the device
- Remove any external fluids
- Wrap the appliance with an absorbent cloth or paper
- Avoid the use of sources of intense heat as they may overheat your device
- If the damage was caused by seawater, use tap water to rinse directly. (Then follow the steps above)
- Without delay visit one of our stores for an immediate response.
Oxidation
Oxidation is a chemical reaction caused to the components of the device when it gets in contact with water (or other liquid). Removal of fluid should be made as soon as possible, prior to causing irreversible erosion of important components. Once we receive your device we can proceed to repair your wet iPhone 5c.
Come directly to your nearest iRed store
Experienced iRed's technicians will make immediate diagnosis of the fault and we will advise you accordingly. If you wish, we can attempt to repair your water damaged iPhone 5c. This is a very difficult process but we have at our disposal specialist equipment, such as high power ultrasonic device. After the removal of the liquid a thorough cleaning of all internal components takes place, to eliminate any residue.
About the cost
The cost is depended on the success of the repair. If the device has arrived in our laboratories directly, success rates exceeding 70%. Another factor of the total cost is the use of spare parts to replace damaged components. In any case you will receive detailed information on the total cost and the duration of the repair, after the initial verification of the device's condition.
If you cannot bring your device to one of our stores for water damaged iPhone 5c repair, contact the courier company with which we collaborate, for fast and secure shipment of your device.
