Your iPhone stopped charging. Or it only charges at a weird angle. Or that yellow “Liquid Detected” warning keeps popping up. We do iPhone charging port repair at our Sterling shop the same day for most models. Lightning or USB-C, does not matter. Premium-quality parts. 30-day warranty. Walk in any day. No appointment.
Apple changed the port on iPhone 15. Knowing which one your phone has matters because the repair is different.
We replace charging ports on every iPhone from iPhone 8 forward. Exact price depends on your model and connector type.
| iPhone Model | Port Type | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 8, 8 Plus, SE 2020, SE 2022 | Lightning | $59 to $79 |
| iPhone X, XR, XS, XS Max | Lightning | $69 to $89 |
| iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max | Lightning | $69 to $99 |
| iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max | Lightning | $79 to $109 |
| iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max | Lightning | $79 to $109 |
| iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max | Lightning | $89 to $119 |
| iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max | USB-C | $99 to $129 |
| iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max | USB-C | $109 to $139 |
| iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max | USB-C | $119 to $149 |
Prices reflect 2026 parts cost. Call for the exact price on your specific iPhone.
The number on your quote depends on three things. Your model. The connector type. And whether the port itself needs replacing or just a deep cleaning.
Before we quote any paid work, we run a free port cleaning under a microscope. We see packed lint, dirt, and fabric fibers come out of about a third of the ports we look at. A five-minute cleaning often brings full charging speed back. No charge. For the full free-cleaning policy, see our phone charging port repair page.
If cleaning does not fix it, the port itself needs replacing. Lightning ports on iPhone 8 through iPhone 14 run $59 to $119 for the full repair including parts and labor.
USB-C ports cost slightly more because the part itself is pricier and the orientation chip has to be paired. iPhone 15, 16, and 17 series jobs run $99 to $149.
Apple policy on iPhone charging port issues surprises a lot of customers. Here is the honest comparison.
If you have active AppleCare Plus and your port issue qualifies as accidental damage, Apple $29 to $99 claim may beat us on cost alone. We will tell you honestly during the free diagnostic which path saves you more.
Watch for these specific signs. For symptoms and basic at-home tests that apply to any phone, see our phone charging port repair page.
If three different cables and two different wall plugs all fail, the port itself is dead. Time for a repair.
You bend the cable a certain way and the lightning bolt appears. Let go and it stops. The pins inside the port are damaged or worn. Replacement fixes this.
iOS 14 and newer shows this warning when moisture is sensed. Sometimes that is a humid pocket. Sometimes the contacts inside are corroded from old water exposure. We can tell the difference during the free diagnostic.
The phone charges but iTunes, Finder, or Image Capture does not recognize it. The data pins in the port are damaged while the power pins still work. Common after a drop.
You put the phone on a MagSafe or Qi pad and it charges fine. Plug in a cable and nothing happens. This confirms the port itself is the problem, not the battery or the logic board.
Honest question worth asking before you book. iPhone 8 and every newer model supports wireless charging.
If your port is broken but you are fine using MagSafe or a Qi pad daily, you can technically skip the repair. Wireless charging works independently of the port.
Wireless charging is slower (max 15W on MagSafe, 7.5W on Qi) compared to USB-C fast charging (up to 27W on iPhone 15 Pro Max). You also lose CarPlay over USB and computer syncing.
During the free diagnostic, we explain the trade-off. If wireless charging at home is enough for you, keep using the phone as-is. If you need fast charging, CarPlay, or computer sync, the port repair is worth it. No pressure either way.
Lightning ports are part of a long flex cable that runs from the bottom of the phone up to the logic board. USB-C ports on iPhone 15 and newer use a different flex layout with the orientation chip built in. Each requires the right replacement part.
The charging port flex passes right next to the battery cell on every iPhone. Removing the port without damaging the battery takes practice. Cheap shops sometimes puncture the battery during a botched port swap.
Newer iPhones have water-resistant gaskets around the charging port. After any repair, that seal has to be replaced. We use fresh waterproof adhesive on every reassembly.
iPhone 15 and newer have a chip in the USB-C port that the phone reads at connection. After the swap, the new port has to be paired to the phone. We do this with authorized trade tools.
Microscope inspection and cleaning with non-conductive tools. If this fixes it, you walk out paying nothing.
Test charging on multiple cables, check data lines separately from power lines, confirm port is the problem.
Anti-static mat. Battery disconnected first to prevent any accidental short-circuits during the swap.
Careful work to avoid puncturing the battery, which sits right next to the flex cable.
Lightning or USB-C, whichever your iPhone needs. Matches original charging speed and data transfer rate.
Done with authorized trade tools so fast charging and data sync work as expected.
Keeps the IP rating intact. Same factory-grade adhesive.
Power, data lines, fast charging speed, and “Liquid Detected” warning confirmed clear.
Premium-quality parts only. If the port fails inside the warranty window, bring it back.
5 to 10 minutes. Done on the spot while you wait.
iPhone 8 through 14 take 45 to 60 minutes. Done while you wait.
iPhone 15 and newer take 60 to 90 minutes including chip pairing. Done while you wait.
We are based in Sterling, VA. Same-day for most iPhone models. Call us at (703) 594-9339 on your way over.
Walk-in customers come from Sterling, Ashburn, Herndon, Dulles, South Riding, Cascades, Potomac Falls, and the rest of Loudoun County. Call first to confirm we have your specific port in stock.
Everything you need to know before coming in. Still have questions? Call (703) 594-9339 any day.
We are open every day. No appointment needed. Free cleaning first. Free diagnostic if cleaning does not work. Lightning or USB-C, every iPhone model from iPhone 8 to iPhone 17. Premium-quality parts. 30-day warranty. Trusted by 443+ reviewers since 2013.
