If I send my laptop to a computer shop to get repaired, what assurance do I have that they won't go through my files? None. If you're worried, either copy your information to an external drive, or use full-disk encryption. Or both.

Cost of repair: If the repair cost is more than half the cost of a new machine, it's probably not worth fixing. Warranty: If your machine is still under warranty, it may be worth repairing as the parts and labor will likely be covered.

On average, computer repairs can range anywhere from a few hours to 2-3 weeks – factors such as scheduling or part availability can make repairs take longer. Thankfully, there are services you can consider that can speed up the process.

Yes water damaged laptop can be repairable but if you give it to the chip level repair person on time.