MacBook Keyboard Replacement: Repair or Top Case?

MacBook keyboard problems are a common pain point for users - stuck keys, double characters, unresponsive keys. MacLife offers professional keyboard replacement for all MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models.

Symptoms of a damaged keyboard

• Keys do not respond when pressed
• Keys type double or triple characters
• Keys are stuck or "glued down"
• Keyboard backlight does not work
• Keys make loud, unpleasant noises
• Physically damaged or missing keys

Causes of keyboard problems

• Dust and debris - especially in butterfly-mechanism keyboards (2016-2019)
• Liquid spill - even a small amount of liquid can damage the keyboard
• Mechanical wear - years of intensive use
• Manufacturing defects - particularly in models with the butterfly keyboard

How do we repair the keyboard?

Option 1: Cleaning

In some cases, professional cleaning with compressed air and specialist agents is enough. This is the cheapest option.

Option 2: Full keyboard replacement

In newer MacBooks, the keyboard is integrated with the upper housing (top case). We replace the entire module, which guarantees full functionality.

Option 3: Individual key replacement

In older models, it is possible to replace individual damaged keys.

Turnaround time

• Cleaning: 1-2 hours
• Key replacement: same day
• Top case replacement: 1-3 business days