Can a wet cell phone be repaired?
Although it is something that many professionals do not accept to repair, the answer is yes, you can.
The first thing to do if our cell phone comes into contact with water is to turn it off immediately. This way we prevent the water from short-circuiting the electronics of our device while it is on.
Consequences of a wet phone
In the worst case, your phone will stop working completely if you do not take quick decisions. However, only some components of your cell phone may be affected, especially those that are more exposed to the outside, such as the microphone, the speaker or even the screen.
If you had a warranty, say goodbye to it completely, because if it has been in contact with water or any liquid, you automatically lose the warranty you had. Usually, the technical service does not cover water damage, one more reason to bring it to The Repair House, as we understand that there are people who have important things like photos, work, etc. or simply can not afford a new phone at that time. So, we offer a small warranty of between 1-3 months depending on the amount of water or moisture that the technician sees at the time of opening it.
What to do with my wet phone if I'm at home and I can't take it to a fast service?
The first option that we all know is to put it in rice since it is a food that absorbs moisture very easily. It is best to separate its components and put them in a closed container filled with rice for 48 hours. Now it is not as good an option as before because the batteries are no longer extracted by removing the lid and that's it, but you need technical tools to do it, losing much effectiveness by not being able to separate the components.
Another disadvantage of this is that the rice can release dust that can get inside our cell phone, which can deteriorate the electronic components. The most recommended option in case of not being able to take it to technical service is to use isopropyl alcohol. Although it is contradictory to dunk a wet mobile to save it, the mobile in alcohol is one of the best methods if you want to use it again. You can also apply it on the surface with a microfiber cloth, but it will not be as effective.
The isopropyl or pure alcohol evaporates quickly, taking with it the remains of liquid and moisture that may have remained inside your mobile, all without damaging the internal components.
To dry a wet phone with alcohol, soak it for a couple of minutes. Then, take it out and let it dry until there is no trace of alcohol left.
