Corrupted BIOS Recovery
Recovery after failed updates, no POST faults and machines that power on but do not boot correctly.
BIOS & Firmware Repair
Mail-in BIOS reprogramming, corrupted BIOS recovery, chip replacement and selected firmware-related faults, starting from £39.99.
What This Covers
BIOS work is best handled as a specialist mail-in service because it is small, repeatable and not limited to Lincoln.
Chip Reprogramming
SPI flash programming using the correct firmware route for the board, model and serial/service tag where needed.
Chip Replacement
Replacement when the existing BIOS chip is damaged, unreliable or not responding to programming.
Firmware Fault Diagnosis
Advice on whether the issue points to firmware, storage, power sequencing or another board-level fault.
BIOS Pricing
BIOS-related jobs start from a clear set price. Extra parts, chip replacement or return postage are quoted before work continues.
| Service | Guide Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BIOS reflash / corrupted BIOS recovery | £39.99 | Set starting price for standard BIOS-related work. |
| BIOS firmware repair attempt | £39.99 | Covers initial programming, firmware preparation and test route where practical. |
| BIOS chip replacement | quoted after inspection | Used when the existing chip is damaged or not responding to programming. |
| Board-level no-power diagnostic | from £45 | For faults that turn out to be motherboard power or charging related. |
| Return postage | quoted separately | Tracked service recommended for all mail-in jobs. |
Mail-In Process
A simple process keeps small specialist jobs profitable and traceable.
1. Intake
Send the model, serial/service tag, fault description and photos.
2. Confirm
You receive the next step, likely price and shipping instructions before sending anything.
3. Send Device
Post the laptop, motherboard or agreed part with tracked shipping.
4. Repair
The BIOS work is completed, tested, invoiced and returned by tracked courier.
BIOS Repair FAQs
Useful details before booking a mail-in BIOS or firmware repair.
How much does BIOS repair start from?
Standard BIOS-related work starts from £39.99. Chip replacement, return postage and faults that turn into board repair are quoted separately.
Can I send just the motherboard?
Sometimes. The best item to send depends on the model and fault, so submit the intake form first and wait for packing instructions.
What symptoms can point to BIOS corruption?
Common signs include failed BIOS update, power with no display, no POST, fan spin with no boot, or a machine that only partially starts.