Quick answer: If your phone gets wet: power it off, don’t plug it in, dry the outside, skip the rice, and get it to a repair shop fast. Water damage is a race against corrosion — the sooner it’s professionally cleaned, the better the odds of saving it.
Dropped your phone in the sink, the toilet, or a pool? Don’t panic — but do move quickly. Here are the first five steps that give your device its best chance.
The first 5 steps
- Get it out and power it off. Leaving it on risks a short circuit.
- Do not charge it. Putting power through a wet phone can cause more damage.
- Dry the outside and gently shake water from the ports. Remove a case and SIM tray if you can.
- Skip the rice. Rice is a myth — it doesn’t pull moisture from inside and just wastes precious time.
- Bring it in fast. Professional cleaning removes corrosion before it spreads.
Why speed matters
Water leaves behind minerals that corrode tiny components within hours to days. The faster we can open, clean, and dry your device, the better the chance of recovery. Waiting “to see if it works” is the most common reason a phone can’t be saved.
What we do — and an honest answer
We disassemble, clean, and assess water-damaged iPhones, Samsungs, tablets, and laptops. If it can be saved, we’ll fix it; if it can’t, we’ll tell you straight — and you can sell it to us for parts rather than lose everything. Either way, ask us about data recovery for your photos. See our device repair services.
Phone took a swim? Bring it in now — get an instant quote or call (812) 650-6613.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do first with a water-damaged phone?
Power it off, don’t charge it, dry the outside, and bring it in fast. The sooner we clean it, the better the odds.
Does rice work for water damage?
Not really—rice is a myth that wastes precious time. Professional cleaning gives a far better chance of recovery.
Can a water-damaged phone be saved?
Sometimes, if you act quickly. We assess honestly and tell you whether it’s worth repairing.
