MacBook Pro 2014 Complete Refurbishment - Restored to Like-New Condition
Full restoration: battery, SSD, screen, keyboard, deep cleaning
Thomas's heavily used MacBook Pro 2014 was slow, worn, and barely functional. We performed a complete refurbishment including new battery, SSD upgrade, screen replacement, keyboard cleaning, and professional deep clean - transforming it into a like-new laptop for RM 1,850 vs RM 7,999 for a new MacBook.
The Transformation
Before & After Results
Thomas, a small business owner in Petaling Jaya, had been using his MacBook Pro 2014 for 9 years daily. The laptop was in rough shape: battery health at 58% with only 2 hours runtime, 256GB SSD 95% full and failing, cracked screen in the corner, sticky keyboard keys from years of use, fan making loud grinding noises, and the entire chassis covered in grime. The MacBook took 5 minutes to boot and froze constantly. He was considering buying a new MacBook Pro for RM 7,999 but wanted to explore if his trusty laptop could be saved, as it had sentimental value and all the ports he needed.
Battery health 58% - only 2 hours runtime
256GB SSD 95% full and showing SMART warnings
Cracked screen in lower right corner
Sticky keyboard keys (W, E, R, spacebar)
Fan making loud grinding noise constantly
Boot time 5+ minutes, frequent freezing
Grimy chassis with years of dirt buildup
Thermal throttling from dried thermal paste
Overall sluggish performance
We proposed a complete refurbishment package - essentially rebuilding the MacBook from the inside out. The comprehensive service included: (1) New genuine battery installation, (2) 1TB SSD upgrade with complete data migration, (3) Retina display replacement for the cracked screen, (4) Full keyboard deep cleaning and key lubrication, (5) Fan replacement and thermal paste reapplication, (6) Logic board ultrasonic cleaning, (7) Professional chassis deep clean and polish, (8) All ports cleaned and tested, (9) Fresh macOS installation with data migration. The entire process took 2 days with the laptop completely disassembled, cleaned, upgraded, and reassembled with care.
Brand new battery - 8+ hours runtime at 100% health
1TB Samsung SSD - 4x storage, blazing fast
Perfect Retina display with zero cracks
Deep cleaned keyboard - every key perfect
New silent fan with fresh thermal paste
Boot time under 15 seconds
Professionally cleaned and polished chassis
All ports cleaned and fully functional
macOS optimized and running perfectly
Feels and performs like a new MacBook
Repair Process
Step-by-Step Timeline
Comprehensive Assessment
Detailed inspection of all components, diagnostics, and creation of refurbishment checklist
Complete Data Backup
Full Time Machine backup to external drive before any work begins
Full Disassembly
Complete teardown of MacBook - every component removed and documented
Logic Board Deep Clean
Ultrasonic cleaning of logic board to remove 9 years of dust and grime
Component Replacements
Install new battery, 1TB SSD, screen, and fan with precision
Thermal System Refresh
New thermal paste application, heat sink cleaning, and cooling optimization
Keyboard Deep Clean
Individual key cleaning, lubrication, and mechanism inspection
Chassis Restoration
Professional cleaning and polishing of aluminum chassis and all surfaces
Careful Reassembly
Precise reassembly with proper torque on all screws and cable routing
macOS & Data Migration
Fresh macOS installation on new SSD, data migration, and optimization
Comprehensive Testing
Full system stress test, battery calibration, and quality verification
Final Polish & Delivery
Final inspection, screen polish, and customer walkthrough
Kevin Wong
Senior Refurbishment Specialist
Certifications
Specialties
"Every repair I complete is done with the same care and precision I'd want for my own device. Your trust is my responsibility."
— Kevin Wong
Thomas A.
Petaling Jaya
"I can't believe this is the same MacBook! I've had this laptop since 2014 - it's been with me through starting my business, countless late nights, travels, everything. I was heartbroken thinking I had to replace it. Kevin and his team completely rebuilt it. It's faster than when I bought it, the battery lasts all day, the screen is perfect, and it even looks brand new. I almost cried when I picked it up. For RM 1,850 vs RM 8,000 for a new one, this was a no-brainer. Plus, this MacBook has all the ports I need - HDMI, SD card, USB-A. The new ones don't. I'll use this for another 5 years easily. Best money I've ever spent!"
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