Mobile service · Adelaide
Laptop Battery Replacement in Adelaide
Lithium batteries wear out. After a few hundred charge cycles most laptop batteries hold noticeably less, and some start to swell. A battery that only lasts 40 minutes is an annoyance; a swollen battery pushing up the trackpad is a safety issue that should be dealt with promptly.
Before replacing anything we check whether the battery, the charger or the charging circuit is at fault — they can look the same from the outside.
Mobile and remote service across metropolitan Adelaide · Free pick-up and return for workshop repairs · 90-day parts & labour warranty
Common signs
- Battery percentage drops quickly or jumps around
- Laptop only works while plugged in
- 'Plugged in, not charging' message
- Trackpad lifting, case bulging or gaps appearing (possible swelling)
- Laptop shuts down suddenly at 20–30%
Devices we repair
- Removable and internal batteries for Windows laptops
- Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, Samsung and more
- Microsoft Surface (model dependent — some are glued)
How we diagnose & repair
- 1
Read the battery's own health data
Windows and most manufacturers record design capacity, current capacity and cycle count. That tells us whether the battery is genuinely worn.
- 2
Rule out the charger
A failing charger or the wrong wattage can stop charging altogether. We test before you pay for a battery you don't need.
- 3
Safe handling of swollen cells
Swollen batteries are removed carefully and the laptop checked for any damage to the trackpad or keyboard area.
What to expect
- We use quality replacement batteries matched to your model; availability of genuine manufacturer parts varies.
- Some ultra-thin laptops glue the battery in, which adds labour time.
- Old batteries are disposed of responsibly — don't put lithium batteries in household bins.
Frequently asked questions
My battery is swollen — is it dangerous?
A swollen lithium battery can be a fire risk. Stop charging it, keep it on a hard surface away from anything flammable and get it looked at soon.
How long should a laptop battery last?
Typically two to four years of regular use, depending on how often it's charged and how hot it runs.
Can you do it on the spot?
If we can source your battery in advance, many replacements are done during a single visit.
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We bring laptop battery replacement to homes and offices across metropolitan Adelaide.
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