Cracked the back of your iPhone? Web of lines spreading across the glass? Sharp edges catching your pocket? We do iPhone back glass repair at our Sterling shop the same day for most models. Premium-quality glass that matches your phone original color. MagSafe and wireless charging restored. 30-day warranty. Walk in any day. No appointment.
This is the most important section on this page because the price gap is massive. Here is the honest comparison.
Apple does not repair the back glass. They only offer whole-phone replacement. iPhone X: $349. iPhone 11 through 12 series: $349 to $449. iPhone 13 to 14: $399 to $499. iPhone 15 to 17 Pro Max: $499 to $549. AppleCare Plus customers pay $99 per accidental damage claim, which is the cheapest path if you have the coverage.
Component-level back glass replacement using CO2 laser ablation. We remove the broken glass safely without damaging the frame, clean every adhesive trace, and bond a premium-quality replacement panel that matches your iPhone original color and finish. MagSafe and wireless charging continue to work. Cost: $99 to $329 depending on your model.
If you have active AppleCare Plus, Apple $99 fee is hard to beat on cost alone. For everyone else, we save you $200 to $400 on most jobs. The phone you have known stays in your hand. Your photos, contacts, apps, and settings all remain where they are.
We do iPhone back glass replacement on every model from iPhone 8 forward. iPhone 8 was Apple first all-glass-back design enabling wireless charging.
| iPhone Model | Back Material | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 8, 8 Plus, SE 2020, SE 2022 | Glass | $99 to $129 |
| iPhone X, XR, XS, XS Max | Glass | $109 to $159 |
| iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max | Glass | $129 to $179 |
| iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max | Ceramic Shield + MagSafe ring | $149 to $209 |
| iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max | Ceramic Shield + MagSafe ring | $159 to $229 |
| iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max | Ceramic Shield + MagSafe ring | $169 to $249 |
| iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max | Color-infused glass + MagSafe | $189 to $279 |
| iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max | Color-infused glass + MagSafe | $209 to $309 |
| iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max | Color-infused glass + MagSafe | $229 to $329 |
Prices are current as of 2026. Call for the exact price on your specific iPhone.
The final number comes down to four factors. Your model. Whether the camera housing or MagSafe ring also needs work. The color you need. And whether the frame underneath took damage.
A clean back-glass-only job on a phone with no frame damage runs $99 to $329 depending on the iPhone generation. Older Lightning-era models cost less. Newer models with Ceramic Shield and integrated MagSafe magnets cost more.
The back glass on Pro and Pro Max models includes the camera bump housing. The replacement panel has to fit the camera array precisely so the lenses sit at the correct height and angle.
iPhone colors are model-specific. Pacific Blue from iPhone 12 Pro does not match Sierra Blue from iPhone 13 Pro. Deep Purple from iPhone 14 Pro is different from Natural Titanium on iPhone 15 Pro. We stock matching panels for popular colors.
If the drop bent the metal frame around the back glass, we straighten it before bonding the new panel. This adds time and a small cost but ensures the new glass sits flush. We tell you up front if frame work is needed.
iPhones have specific back-glass features that other phones do not have. A proper repair handles each one correctly.
Apple introduced Ceramic Shield in iPhone 12. It is their proprietary nano-ceramic crystal structure infused into the glass for tougher impact resistance. Premium replacement panels match this spec.
iPhone 12 introduced MagSafe, which uses a ring of magnets built into the back glass to align with MagSafe chargers and accessories. The replacement panel needs the matching MagSafe ring aligned correctly. Cheap panels without the proper ring layout cause MagSafe accessories to slip or stop working entirely.
Apple changes iPhone colors every year. Pacific Blue was unique to iPhone 12 Pro. Sierra Blue to iPhone 13 Pro. Alpine Green to iPhone 13. Deep Purple to iPhone 14 Pro. Natural Titanium to iPhone 15 Pro. Desert Titanium to iPhone 16 Pro. We stock matching colors for the popular models.
Pro and Pro Max models have the camera array built into a raised section of the back glass. The replacement panel includes this housing. We test camera fit before final bonding so each lens sits at the right height and angle.
The back glass on every iPhone from iPhone 8 forward is what enables Qi wireless charging. iPhone 12 and newer add MagSafe on top. We use replacement panels that maintain proper Qi coil alignment. For deeper detail on the CO2 laser process used for safe back glass removal, see our phone back glass repair page.
Beyond visible cracks, watch for these iPhone-specific signs.
The most obvious sign. Spider-web cracks or chunks missing. Sharp edges can cut your finger and tear pockets. Get this fixed soon for safety.
iPhone 12 and newer should snap firmly to MagSafe chargers and wallets. If the magnet feels weak or accessories slip off, the MagSafe ring inside the back glass may be cracked even if the glass itself looks intact.
Qi wireless charging stops or charges much slower than before. The Qi coil sits just beneath the back glass. A crack near it can disrupt the magnetic field and stop charging.
On Pro and Pro Max models, the camera bump is part of the back glass. Cracks around the lens housing affect the cameras themselves. Replacement is needed even if the lenses look fine.
Cracks in the back glass break the IP67 or IP68 water seal. Even hairline cracks let moisture in slowly. Rain, sweat, or a wet counter becomes a real risk for water damage.
Most jobs finish the same day. Here is the step-by-step.
We check the back glass, the frame, the camera housing alignment, and the MagSafe ring before any paid work.
Anti-static mat. Phone laid screen-down on a protective bench mat.
Specialized equipment vaporizes the broken glass without damaging the frame. Most local competitors do not have this equipment.
Every trace of the original adhesive is removed for a clean bonding surface.
We confirm the new panel matches your phone exact color before bonding.
The magnetic ring inside the new glass is rotated to the exact factory position so MagSafe accessories snap correctly.
Restores the IP67 or IP68 water resistance rating.
Wireless charging speed, MagSafe magnet strength, camera fit, and finish quality all confirmed.
If anything fails inside the warranty window, bring the phone back at no charge.
60 to 90 minutes. Done while you wait.
90 minutes to 2 hours. MagSafe ring alignment adds time.
2 to 3 hours. Camera housing integration adds time.
Most jobs done while you wait. Rare-color phones may require a day for parts to arrive. We tell you up front.
We are based in Sterling, VA. We have the CO2 laser equipment in-house. Call us at (703) 594-9339 on your way over.
Walk-in iPhone back glass replacement for customers from Sterling, Ashburn, Herndon, Dulles, South Riding, Cascades, Potomac Falls, and the rest of Loudoun County. Call to confirm we have your color in stock before you drive over.
Serving Sterling, Ashburn & Loudoun County since 2013. Quick, quality tech repairs backed by our 30-day warranty.
