What to Do If Your Samsung Phone Gets Water Damaged
Accidentally dropping your Samsung in water is a stressful experience. Whether it fell in the toilet, got caught in the rain, or took a swim in the pool – acting quickly can make the difference between saving your phone and losing it forever. Here is exactly what you should do if your Samsung phone gets water damaged.
Immediate Steps After Samsung Water Damage
Step 1 – Get It Out of the Water Immediately
The longer your phone stays submerged, the more water gets inside. Remove it from the water as fast as possible.
Step 2 – Turn It Off
If your Samsung is still on, power it off immediately. Do not press any buttons except the power button. Water and electricity are a dangerous combination – turning it off prevents short circuits that can cause permanent damage.
Step 3 – Do Not Charge It
Never plug a water-damaged Samsung into a charger. This is one of the most common mistakes that causes irreparable damage to the phone board and components.
Step 4 – Remove the SIM Card and Memory Card
Open the SIM tray and remove your SIM and any microSD card. Dry them separately with a soft cloth.
Step 5 – Do Not Use Rice
Contrary to popular belief, putting your Samsung in a bag of rice is not effective. Rice does not absorb water from inside the phone quickly enough to prevent corrosion. It can also introduce dust and starch particles into your phone.
Step 6 – Gently Pat Dry the Exterior
Use a soft, absorbent cloth to gently pat the exterior of the phone dry. Avoid using a hair dryer or any heat source, as heat can damage internal components.
Step 7 – Bring It to a Professional Repair Shop Immediately
Do not wait. Even if your Samsung seems to be working after water exposure, corrosion can develop over hours and days and cause delayed failure. Bring it to a professional repair technician as soon as possible for a water damage diagnostic and treatment.
How We Repair Water-Damaged Samsung Phones
At Samsung Screen Repair Sydney in Fairfield Heights, our water damage repair process includes:
- Full disassembly and inspection of all internal components
- Ultrasonic cleaning to remove water, mineral deposits and corrosion
- Identification and replacement of damaged components
- Reassembly, testing and quality check
We recover many water-damaged Samsung phones that other shops have given up on. The sooner you bring your phone in, the better the chances of a successful repair.
Samsung Water Damage Repair in Sydney
If your Samsung has been water damaged, call us right away on 0449 966 550. We are based in Fairfield Heights, Sydney and are open 7 days a week. We offer a free diagnostic for water damage repairs and transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
- Phone: 0449 966 550
- Location: Fairfield Heights, Sydney NSW
- Hours: Open 7 days a week