Lenovo IdeaPad 1 and 3 repair

Lenovo's entry-level home laptops, including the IdeaPad Slim 3 and the earlier S145.

About the IdeaPad 1 and 3

The IdeaPad 1 and 3 are bought for homework, browsing and home offices. Typical repairs are cracked screens, broken hinges and charging faults. Many have some memory soldered and one free slot, so an upgrade is often possible.

Every repair starts with a free assessment and a fixed price. Nothing is done until you approve it, and repairs carry a 3-month warranty.

IdeaPad 1 and 3 repairs

Screens

We replace cracked and faulty IdeaPad 1 and 3 screens with a panel matched to the original size, resolution and connector.

Batteries

The battery sits inside the case and is held by screws. We fit the correct part number and check that it charges and reports properly.

Keyboards and trackpads

The keyboard is fixed into the palm rest, so the two are replaced together as a top case. Trackpads are replaced separately.

Charging and power

Depending on the model, charging is through a DC socket or USB-C. Either port can be replaced, and charging circuits are repaired on the board.

Motherboard and liquid damage

No power, no display and liquid damage are repaired at component level wherever parts are available, instead of replacing the whole board.

Upgrades

Upgrade options vary across the IdeaPad 1 and 3 range: some models have memory slots, others are soldered. We check yours before quoting.

Sending your IdeaPad 1 and 3

On the base you will find the model name and a machine type. ThinkPads show a type such as "20W0" or "21HD". IdeaPad, Yoga and Legion models show a code such as "82H8" beside a name like "IdeaPad 3 15ITL6". Send us that with a description of the fault and we reply with a price, normally the same working day.

We collect by insured courier from anywhere in the UK. See how the courier service works and how to pack your laptop.

Common questions

Is an older IdeaPad 3 laptop worth repairing?

Often, yes. We tell you the price before any work starts, and if the repair would cost more than the laptop is worth, we say so.

Can you make my IdeaPad 3 laptop faster?

Usually. Where the model allows it, an SSD or memory upgrade makes the biggest difference. We check what your exact model accepts before quoting.

Get a price from a technician

Tell us the make, the model and what has gone wrong. A technician replies with a price and the quickest way to get your laptop to us – normally the same working day.

020 7237 6805

Creative IT workshop
Unit 1, 80 Willow Walk, London SE1 5SY
Monday to Saturday, 9am–6pm