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Apple iMac 24-inch M1 A2438, A2439 repair
Repairs, upgrades and data recovery for the Apple iMac 24-inch M1 (model number A2438, A2439), the 2021 iMac, with a 24-inch screen and Apple M1 chip. A tracked courier collects it from any UK postcode and brings it to our workshop bench in London.
We find the fault, tell you the price, and only start once you say yes.
What we do
Repairs and upgrades for the iMac 24-inch M1
Repairs FAULTS
- Screen replacementCracked glass, lines, flicker or a dead backlight. A matching panel fitted and the display cable checked.
- No power or no picturePower supply, board and display output faults traced to the failed part.
- Motherboard repairComponent-level work rather than a whole new board.
- Overheating and fan noiseFans and heatsink cleaned, thermal paste renewed.
- Virus and software problemsMalware removed, macOS repaired and updated, files checked.
Upgrades SPEED & SPACE
- StorageSoldered to the board. It can’t be swapped for a bigger one. For more space we set up an external or network drive.
- Memory (RAM)Soldered to the board, so it can’t be added to. If it is short of memory we look at a faster drive or a clean install instead.
- macOS reinstallA fresh, updated macOS with your files carried over.
- Move to a new computerFiles, email, photos and settings moved across from this one.
Price calculator
What will it cost?
Pick the job for your Apple iMac 24-inch M1. Prices are from our workshop price list; the final price is agreed with you before any work starts.
Upgrade check
What can be upgraded
| Make | Apple |
|---|---|
| Model | iMac 24-inch M1 |
| Model number | A2438, A2439 |
| Years | 2021 |
| Screen | 24-inch |
| Processor | Apple M1 |
| Memory | Soldered to the board, so it can’t be added to. If it is short of memory we look at a faster drive or a clean install instead. |
| Storage | Soldered to the board. It can’t be swapped for a bigger one. |
Not sure which one you have? The model number is printed in small text on the underside. Tell us when you book and we’ll confirm it.
Data recovery
Getting your files back
On the Apple iMac 24-inch M1 the storage is soldered to the logic board and encrypted by the Mac’s security chip. It can’t be taken out and read in another computer, so if the Mac won’t start, getting your files back means repairing the board until it boots again. Liquid damage and power faults are the usual causes, and most are repairable.
The initial consultation is free. Prices exclude VAT. See the full data recovery price list.
How it works
From your door to the bench and back
Tell us the fault
Send the booking form or call with the make, model and what it's doing. We'll say whether it sounds repairable.
Pack it up
Box the computer with padding on every side. A tracked courier collects it from your home or work.
Diagnosis and quote
We find the fault on the bench and give you one fixed price. Nothing is done until you say yes.
Repair and test
The part is replaced or repaired, then the machine is run under load to make sure the fault is gone.
Back to your door
Repacked and returned by tracked courier, with a note of what was done.
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Book a repair
Tell us what needs fixing
Send the details and we'll reply by phone or email to agree the price and arrange the collection.
Start your repair
Call or email with the make, the model and what it's doing. We'll tell you the next step and arrange the courier.