Laptop screen replacement · Eight Florida stores
Laptop screen replacement from $135, same day.
Cracked panel, spreading ink blot, coloured lines or a black screen. Bring it into any of our eight Florida stores for a free diagnostic — because about one in five people who come in expecting a new screen actually need something else entirely.
- From $135 parts included
- Same-day when in stock
- 90-day written warranty
Short answer
How much does laptop screen replacement cost?
At Phone Repair & More, laptop screen replacement starts at $135 for most Windows laptops — HP, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer and Samsung — with the part included. Gaming laptops start at $200, MacBook Air from $220 and MacBook Pro 16″ up to $730. Most standard LCD replacements are finished the same day when the panel is in stock; touch assemblies and MacBook displays typically take one to two business days. Every replacement carries a written 90-day warranty on parts and labour.
Before you spend anything: roughly one in five laptops brought to us for a “broken screen” actually has a loose display cable, a hinge pulling that cable, or a graphics fault. Replacing the panel fixes none of those. The two-minute external monitor test below tells you which you have.
Diagnose first
What is your screen actually doing?
“My screen is broken” covers at least seven different faults, and only some of them are fixed by a new panel.
| What you see | What is most likely broken | The fix | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spiderweb cracks or shattered glass | LCD/OLED panel — physical impact | Full screen replacement | $135 – $730 |
| Black ink spreading, pressure marks | Panel — internal fluid leak from pressure | Full screen replacement | $135 – $730 |
| Vertical or horizontal coloured lines | Panel damage or display cable | Replacement or cable reseat | $65 – $250 |
| Flickering or dimming | Backlight failure or cable stress | Diagnostic first, then screen or cable | $65 – $250 |
| Black screen but the laptop powers on | Could be panel, cable, GPU or board | External monitor test before anything | Varies |
| Touch not responding, image is fine | Digitiser layer | Touch assembly replacement | $150 – $400 |
| Display works but is very dim | Backlight or inverter | Screen replacement (backlight is built in) | $135 – $250 |
Why this matters before anyone orders a part
About one in five customers who arrive expecting a screen replacement have a different problem — a loose display cable, a hinge that has been pulling on that cable for months, or a graphics fault. Fitting a new panel in those cases changes nothing and costs you $135–$400. This is exactly why we diagnose before we order.
Two-minute test
The external monitor test.
Do this before you buy a screen, book a repair, or write the laptop off. It is the single most useful thing on this page.
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Connect to a TV or monitor
HDMI, USB-C, DisplayPort or a Thunderbolt adapter — whatever your laptop has. Almost any TV will do.
- 02
On Windows, press Win + P and pick Duplicate
This forces the display signal out to the external screen. If your own screen is completely black you can press the keys blind — the shortcut still works.
- 03
On a MacBook, use clamshell mode
Connect power, an external display and a USB or Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, then close the lid. The Mac will drive the external display.
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Read the result
External works, built-in does not → the panel or its cable is the problem, and a replacement will fix it. External also fails → the fault is deeper, likely the graphics chip or the board. A new screen will not help.
A Dell-specific shortcut worth knowing
Most Dell laptops have a built-in LCD self-test. Hold the D key while powering on. If the panel can display, you get colour bars — which proves the screen and its backlight work and points the fault at the system instead.
Pricing
Laptop screen replacement prices.
The part drives the price, not the labour. These are our real starting prices with the panel included, confirmed after a free diagnostic.
Windows laptop screen replacement
| Brand | From | Typical models |
|---|---|---|
| HP | $135 | Pavilion, Envy, ProBook — non-touch 14″/15.6″ FHD |
| Dell | $135 | Inspiron, Latitude, Vostro — standard non-touch |
| Lenovo | $135 | ThinkPad, IdeaPad |
| ASUS | $135 | VivoBook, ZenBook |
| Acer | $135 | Aspire, Nitro |
| Samsung | $135 | Galaxy Book series |
| Microsoft Surface | $135 | Surface Laptop, Surface Pro |
| MSI / Razer | $200 | Gaming, high-refresh panels |
| Alienware | $250 | Gaming laptops |
| Touch assembly (any brand) | $150 – $400 | Digitiser fused to panel — whole unit replaced |
MacBook screen replacement
| Model | From | Apple model number |
|---|---|---|
| MacBook Air 11″ | $240 | A1465 |
| MacBook Air 13″ | $220 | A1466 – A2681 |
| MacBook Pro 13″ | $260 | A1706 – A2338 |
| MacBook Pro 15″ Retina | $449.99 | Retina models |
| MacBook Pro 15″ Touch Bar | $700 | Touch Bar models |
| MacBook Pro 16″ | $650 – $730 | A2141 / A2485 |
Every modern MacBook uses a sealed display assembly — glass, panel and backlight bonded into the lid. Replacing the screen means replacing that whole unit, which is why MacBook is the most expensive category. Bring the A-number from the underside and we can quote precisely.
What pushes the price above the starting figure
- Touch assemblies. The digitiser and panel are fused, so the whole assembly is replaced. You cannot swap just the glass.
- 4K, OLED and high-refresh panels. Premium parts cost several times a standard FHD LCD.
- MacBook Retina displays. Proprietary assemblies that include the lid.
- Hinge or cable damage. If the impact that cracked the screen also bent a hinge, that is a second repair — and left alone it will destroy the new panel too.
Three things that get you an exact quote in minutes
The model number from the label on the underside, whether the screen is touch or non-touch, and the screen size. With those three we can check part availability on the spot rather than ordering blind. Or check your model in the cost calculator.
Free diagnostic before any part is ordered.
Walk into any of our eight Florida stores, or book online. No appointment needed.
The repair
How we replace a laptop screen.
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Inspection and intake
We check impact points, hinge stress, cable pinch zones and chassis condition. Hinge damage or a warped frame gets flagged before anything is touched.
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External monitor test
We confirm the board, graphics and video output all work. If the external display also fails, we stop and diagnose deeper rather than sell you a panel that will not help.
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Part matched by model and panel spec
Two identical-looking laptops can use 30-pin and 40-pin eDP connectors, different resolutions and different brackets. We match on exact model and panel ID.
- 04
Disassembly and swap
Bezel or back cover off, flex cable disconnected, brackets transferred, new panel fitted with correct cable routing.
- 05
Calibration and stability check
Brightness across the range, dead pixel check, backlight uniformity, and a lid-movement test that catches marginal cable seating.
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Quality check and handover
Touch response where applicable, full boot, and confirmation the operating system detects the display correctly. We show you the results before you leave.
Every screen replacement carries a written 90-day warranty on parts and labour.
Where to bring it
Laptop screen repair near you.
Eight stores across Tampa Bay and Central Florida. Walk in during opening hours, or call ahead with your model number and we will check the panel is in stock first.
Zephyrhills / Dade City
7352 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills, FL 33541Wesley Chapel / New Tampa
5339 Village Mkt, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544Tampa (Town ’n’ Country)
5537 Sheldon Rd Suite F, Tampa, FL 33615Tampa (Carrollwood)
10019 N Dale Mabry Hwy Suite 600, Tampa, FL 33618St. Petersburg
2870 34th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713Spring Hill / Brooksville
12991 Cortez Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34613Davenport / Clermont
236 Kersey St, Davenport, FL 33897Opening hours vary by store — each location page lists its own. See all locations.
By brand
What differs between manufacturers.
HP screen replacement
Pavilion, Envy and ProBook mostly use standard 14″ or 15.6″ FHD panels with 30-pin eDP connectors. Parts are widely available and replacements start at $135. Spectre and Envy x360 touch models need a full assembly, which costs more.
Dell screen replacement
Inspiron and Latitude are among the easiest to work on — clear bezel access and standard connectors. XPS uses edge-to-edge displays with tighter tolerances. Dell's built-in LCD self-test (hold D at power-on) is genuinely useful for isolating the fault.
Lenovo screen replacement
ThinkPad is the most serviceable line on the market — published hardware maintenance manuals, screw-mounted bezels, plentiful parts. IdeaPad varies more, and Yoga 2-in-1 touch models need a full assembly.
ASUS screen replacement
VivoBook and ZenBook are straightforward with 30 or 40-pin eDP. ROG gaming models often use 144Hz+ panels that are model-specific — higher cost and sometimes a longer wait to source.
Acer screen replacement
Aspire and Nitro use common panel sizes and are usually in stock. Predator gaming models with high-refresh displays are the exception on both price and availability.
MacBook screen replacement
Every Retina MacBook uses a sealed display assembly bonded into the lid. There is no way to replace just the glass or just the panel. Parts are model-specific down to the year, so the A-number matters. From $220 for Air, up to $730 for 16″ Pro.
DIY
Should you replace it yourself?
Sometimes genuinely yes. We would rather tell you that than sell you a job you could have done in an afternoon.
Reasonable to attempt
Older business laptops with screwed bezels.
- ThinkPad, Latitude and similar with documented service manuals.
- Standard non-touch LCD, visible bezel screws.
- You have built a PC or replaced phone parts before.
- Worst case if it goes wrong: $50–$100 for a second panel.
Leave to a bench
Anything bonded, thin or touch-enabled.
- Ultrabooks, MacBooks and 2-in-1s with glued assemblies.
- Touch digitisers, OLED and 4K panels.
- You have never opened a laptop before.
- Worst case if it goes wrong: $200+ in cable, board or hinge damage.
The most expensive DIY mistake we see
Ordering the wrong connector. Two 15.6″ FHD panels can look identical while one uses a 30-pin and the other a 40-pin eDP connector. If it does not plug in you cannot return an opened screen. Always read the part number printed on the back of your existing panel before you buy anything.
Panel types
Why two identical laptops cost different amounts.
LCD / LED
The common case. TN is cheaper with weaker viewing angles; IPS gives better colour and wider angles. HD (1366×768) costs less than FHD (1920×1080). Standard 15.6″ FHD IPS panels are usually in stock or available within a day or two.
OLED and high-refresh
Expensive and often model-specific. Common on MSI, Razer, Alienware, some Dell XPS and Lenovo Yoga. Expect a higher price and sometimes a wait for the exact panel.
Touch assemblies
The digitiser and LCD are fused into one unit. You cannot replace just the glass or just the panel — the whole assembly is swapped. More expensive, but also more reliable than a partial fix.
Protecting the new one
- Never close the lid on anything. Pens, earbuds and USB sticks left on the keyboard cause most of the pressure cracks we see.
- Use a padded sleeve. Pressure on the lid inside a bag is the second most common cause.
- Open from the centre. Opening from one corner twists the hinge and stresses the display cable over months.
- Dry microfiber only. No paper towels, no glass cleaner, no alcohol on the panel surface.
- Watch for a stiffening hinge. A hinge getting harder to open is pulling on the display cable. Get it looked at before the cable fails and takes the new panel with it.
Questions
Laptop screen replacement FAQs.
From $135 for most Windows laptops with the part included — HP, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, Samsung and Surface. Gaming laptops start at $200, Alienware at $250, MacBook Air at $220 and MacBook Pro 16″ runs $650–$730. Touch assemblies are $150–$400. The diagnostic is free and you approve the exact price before we start.
No. If the panel itself is cracked — visible lines, ink spread, dead areas — replacement is the only reliable fix. A cracked LCD cannot be repaired. The one exception is a scratch on the outer glass of a touchscreen where the display underneath is intact, which is cosmetic rather than functional.
Most standard LCD replacements are done the same day when we have the panel — usually one to three hours. Touch assemblies and MacBook displays typically take one to two business days if we need to order the specific part for your model. We will give you a realistic timeframe at the counter, not an optimistic one.
Connect the laptop to an external monitor or TV. If the external display works normally, the fault is your panel or its cable and a replacement will fix it. If the external also fails, the problem is deeper — likely the graphics chip or the board — and a new screen will not help. It takes two minutes and it is the first thing we do on every screen job.
No. A screen replacement does not touch the storage drive, the RAM or anything else. Your files, programs and settings stay exactly as they are. We still recommend keeping a backup as general practice, but nothing about this repair puts your data at risk.
If the machine still does what you need and the repair costs less than roughly 30–40% of a comparable new laptop, usually yes. A $135 panel on a three-year-old laptop that otherwise runs fine is far better value than $600 on a replacement. Where it stops making sense is a $400 touch assembly on a six-year-old machine that is already slow — and we will tell you that.
Sometimes. It depends on whether the connector type, pin count, mounting brackets and power requirements match. Plenty of business laptops shipped with both HD and FHD options in the same chassis, which makes an upgrade realistic. We check compatibility before ordering any upgrade panel rather than promising it up front.
Yes, including Retina displays on both Air and Pro. From $220 for older Air models and from $260 for Pro 13″. Because Apple bonds the glass, panel and backlight into the lid as one sealed assembly, the whole unit is replaced. Bring the A-number from the underside and we can quote precisely.
It can be either, which is why this one needs a proper look. A useful clue: if the lines change or flicker when you move the lid, that points at the display cable or its connector rather than the panel. If they are fixed and unchanging, the panel is the more likely culprit. Cable work is cheaper than a panel, so it is worth confirming.
The laptop and its charger. If you can, have the model number ready from the label on the underside and know whether the screen is touch or non-touch. With those three details we can check part availability immediately and quote on the spot instead of asking you to come back.
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Cracked screen? Let’s confirm it first.
Free diagnostic, a written quote you approve before any part is ordered, and a 90-day written warranty. If it turns out to be the cable rather than the panel, you pay for the cable.
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