Hardware Forensics· Los Angeles

Board Repair Los Angeles

The phone is damaged and won’t respond. We repair what’s broken and recover what’s on it.
Trusted by attorneys, law enforcement, and businesses across Los Angeles.

Cellebrite Certified
GIAC GCFE Certified
Micro-soldering Lab
Court-Admissible Results
Serving Greater Los Angeles
What Is Board Repair?

Fix the Phone First. Get the Data Out.

“A damaged phone doesn’t always mean lost data. Often, one targeted repair is all it takes to get back in.”

When a phone has been dropped, flooded, or suffered a component failure, the circuit board may stop it powering on or responding. We repair the exact fault preventing access then use standard forensic tools to recover the data.

It’s the step we take before chip-off. It keeps things less invasive and it often works.

Why Board Repair?

We fix the damage AND recover the data in one engagement
Less invasive than chip-off no chip removal needed
Court-ready results under full chain-of-custody

We find the exact fault

Under high magnification, we identify precisely what's stopping the device broken charging circuit, damaged component, or corrosion and repair only what's needed.

Less invasive than chip-off

If we can get the device working again, we can extract data through standard methods without removing the memory chip from the board.

Every result is court-ready

Full chain-of-custody from the moment we receive the device. Written forensic report. Expert witness available for California courts.

When Is Board Repair the Right Step?

Three Signs Board Repair Is What You Need

If any of these match your situation, board repair is likely the right first step.

The phone won't charge or power on

A faulty charging port or damaged power circuit is the problem. A targeted repair can restore power and with it, access to everything on the device.

The device suffered water or physical damage

Liquid corrodes components on the circuit board. Board-level cleaning and repair can restore function before more invasive methods are needed.

Forensic tools can't connect to the device

The device won't communicate with extraction equipment due to board damage. Repairing the fault often allows standard forensic extraction to proceed.

Who We Help

Who We Work With Every Day

Anyone who needs data from a phone that no longer functions.

Attorneys & legal professionals

A damaged device holds critical evidence. Board repair restores enough function for a full forensic extraction with court-ready results.

HR teams & corporate investigators

A company phone involved in an investigation has been damaged. We repair and extract under full chain-of-custody throughout.

Law enforcement agencies

We restore damaged devices to a state where forensic extraction can proceed under proper legal authorization.

Families & individuals

Irreplaceable photos and messages on a phone that no longer works. We handle these cases with care and full discretion.

How It Works

From Your First Call to Your Report

Here’s what to expect no technical knowledge needed.

Getting Started

Contact us free case assessment

Tell us about the device and what happened. We assess whether board repair is viable and give you an honest answer before anything else.

Send or bring us the device

The moment it arrives, we log it, photograph it, and create a formal evidence record. Every step from here is documented.

The Specialist Work

We diagnose the fault

Our technician examines the circuit board under magnification to find exactly what's preventing the device from functioning nothing is touched until the fault is confirmed.

We repair only what's needed

Using precision equipment, we fix the specific fault replacing a component, restoring a connection, or cleaning corrosion to bring the device back to life.

We recover the data

Once the device communicates, we run a full forensic extraction recovering everything on it, including deleted files where possible.

Delivery

You receive your report and recovered data

Written forensic report in court-accepted format. Our examiner is available to testify as an expert witness in California courts if needed.

Our Equipment

Precision Tools for Repair & Data Recovery

Board repair requires specialist equipment alongside certified forensic tools. We have both.

Repair Equipment

Hot Air Rework Station

Precision station for removing and replacing surface-mount components.

Repair Equipment

Digital Microscope

High-magnification inspection for identifying faults, cracked traces, and corrosion.

Diagnostic

DC Power Supply

Controlled power for circuit testing and fault isolation.

Diagnostic

Analysis Software

Cellebrite UFED

Industry-standard extraction once the device is restored to a communicable state.

Court Validated

Oxygen Forensic Detective

Recovers and analyses data including deleted files and app content.

Court Validated

Magnet AXIOM

Unified forensic reporting across all evidence sources and device types.

Court Validated

Still not sure which one you need?

Describe your device and situation we’ll recommend the right approach, free of charge.

Common Questions

Answers to Questions We Hear Every Day

What exactly is this repair process?

Think of it as surgery for electronics making precise repairs to a damaged circuit board using specialist tools under high magnification. We replace faulty components, restore broken connections, or clean corrosion to bring the device back to life.

What if the repair doesn't work?

We assess the board before committing to any repair and we’ll tell you upfront if recovery isn’t realistic. If the board can’t be fixed sufficiently, we’ll let you know and recommend the right next step. Call 424-527-2622 to discuss your device.

Could the repair affect the data on the phone?

No. We only repair the components preventing the device from functioning the memory and its data are not touched during the repair. Every step is documented under chain-of-custody.

How long does it take?

Diagnosis and repair typically takes 1 to 3 business days, with data extraction following immediately after. We give you a specific timeframe during your free assessment.

Can the results be used in court?

Yes. All work is performed under strict chain-of-custody using court-validated tools. We deliver a written report in the required format our examiner can also testify as an expert witness.

What if ISP doesn't work on my device?

Yes board repair applies to both iOS and Android devices. Techniques vary by manufacturer but our lab handles both. Call 424-527-2622 to confirm what’s possible for your device.
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Other Ways We Can Help

Damaged Phone. Data Still Inside.

Free case evaluation we assess the board first and only proceed if recovery is realistic. Response within 2 hours.