Specialist service for Marbella and the Costa del Sol
Is your MacBook not powering on, your iMac running slowly, the battery not charging, or has the device suffered a liquid spill? We analyse the fault to determine whether it needs an electronic repair, component replacement or a macOS intervention.
We handle enquiries from individuals, self-employed professionals and companies in Marbella, San Pedro Alcántara, Nueva Andalucía, Puerto Banús, Elviria, Las Chapas, Ojén, Benahavís and other towns along the Costa del Sol.
Mac repair service
A Mac that stops powering on, charging or booting doesn't always need a new logic board. The same symptom can be caused by the battery, charger, a connector, the storage, the operating system or an electronic component on the logic board.
That is why, before recommending a repair we examine the model, symptoms, device history and the importance of the data. The aim is to locate the real cause of the failure and propose an appropriate solution.
Daniel Gontán is an independent repair service specialising in Apple equipment. We are not Apple or an Apple Store. We focus particularly on electronic faults, damaged logic boards, power issues, water-damaged devices and cases where preserving or recovering data is important.
Clients in Marbella should contact us before travelling or sending their device. This lets us review the initial case, confirm whether it falls within our services and explain the available procedure.
Apple computers
We inspect MacBooks with power issues, battery, USB-C charging, MagSafe, screen, keyboard, trackpad, ports, storage, overheating and logic board problems.
We work with various Intel and Apple Silicon generations, always verifying the exact model and technical feasibility first.
We diagnose iMacs that won't boot, restart unexpectedly, show a black screen, overheat, make unusual noises or run slowly.
Depending on the model, evaluation can include the power supply, logic board, display, storage or a compatible upgrade.
We inspect Apple desktop systems with power, supply, storage, ports, WiFi, Bluetooth, cooling, performance or macOS issues.
These systems are commonly used in offices, audiovisual studios, professional practices, shops and businesses in Marbella.
Common problems
We inspect devices that appear completely dead, don't recognise the charger, show no image or only boot intermittently.
Diagnostics may include the battery, power input, charging circuits, firmware, storage and logic board.
Also see what to check when a Mac won't power on .
Water, coffee, wine or other liquids can affect the keyboard, trackpad, battery, connectors and logic board, even if the device appears to keep working after the incident.
You should power it off, unplug it and avoid switching it on repeatedly. Continued use can spread corrosion or worsen a short circuit.
More information about repairing a water-damaged Mac .
We diagnose displays that show no image, spots, vertical lines, flickering, uneven backlight or faults that appear when moving the lid.
Before replacing the panel, wiring faults, power issues, GPU faults or logic board problems must be ruled out.
See the Mac screen repair service .
A depleted battery isn't the only cause of charging problems. The charger, port, cable, USB-C circuitry, MagSafe or the board's power management can also fail.
A proper diagnosis prevents unnecessary battery replacement when the fault lies elsewhere.
We check storage, free space, temperature, fans, processes, macOS health and hardware compatibility.
Depending on the model, it may be advisable to optimise the system, perform a clean macOS install or upgrade a compatible component.
See common causes of a slow Mac.
When a device contains projects, photos, accounting, professional documents or client information, recovering data may take priority over repair.
The chance of recovery depends on the model, the type of storage and the extent of the damage.
See our Mac data recovery service .
We investigate folder-with-question-mark errors, installation failures, restarts, freezes, damaged partitions, incompatibilities and systems that don't complete an update.
Before formatting, the condition of the storage and the importance of the data must be assessed.
More information about installing macOS .
We diagnose power faults, short circuits, charging circuits, connectors, damaged components and corrosion.
Where technically feasible, we consider a targeted repair instead of replacing the entire board.
See how a repair of an Apple logic board is performed .
Electronic diagnosis
In some faults, swapping the complete logic board can be a disproportionate solution. It can also make it harder to preserve data when the storage is integrated into the board itself.
When the damage, device design and parts availability permit, we investigate component-level repairs.
This may involve locating shorts, checking power rails, repairing charging circuits, replacing connectors or working on corrosion-affected areas.
Not all boards are repairable. Viability depends on the model, the extent of the damage and any previous tampering.
Work process
Provide the model, approximate year, symptoms, whether it suffered liquid or impact damage and whether it contains important data.
We review the initial information and explain how to handle the diagnosis from Marbella before you travel or send the device.
We check the device to identify whether the issue affects software, storage, battery, display, power or the logic board.
We explain the proposed solution and the estimate before performing the main repair.
Marbella and the Costa del Sol
We serve devices used in homes, offices, professional practices, shops, hotels, estate agencies, restaurants, clinics, creative studios and other businesses in Marbella.
We do not claim to have a retail shop open to the public in Marbella. The specialist service is managed by prior contact and the procedure agreed for each device.
For issues that don't require opening the Mac — such as configuration, email, apps or certain macOS problems — remote IT support for Mac may also be an option. remote Mac IT support .
Individuals: photos, documents, studies, email and family-use devices.
Self-employed: invoicing, certificates, projects, clients and work tools.
Companies: business continuity, workstations and minimising downtime.
For recurring needs see Apple IT support for businesses .
Clear estimate
It's not possible to give a responsible figure based solely on phrases like 'won't turn on' or 'won't charge'. Two devices with the same symptom can have very different faults.
The estimate depends on factors such as:
After inspecting the Mac you'll receive an explanation of the fault and an estimate so you can decide whether to proceed.
Common questions
Yes. We handle enquiries from clients in Marbella with MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and other Apple devices. You should contact us first to confirm how to manage the diagnosis and the device's transport.
We do not present this service as a retail shop open to the public in Marbella. Daniel Gontán is based in Málaga and handling devices from Marbella must be agreed before travelling or sending them.
Yes, provided the fault is technically repairable. We check power, battery, connectors, storage, firmware and the logic board to identify the source of the fault.
Yes. Electronic repair of Apple logic boards is one of our specialised services. Viability depends on the model, the damage and the availability of components.
Turn it off, unplug the charger and avoid switching it on again. Do not use rice, hairdryers or heat sources. Contact us as soon as possible and say what liquid spilled and when it happened.
In some cases, yes. It depends on the model, storage type and the device's condition. If the data is a priority, you must state this before authorising any intervention.
The cost estimate is prepared after diagnosis or when there is sufficient technical information. You'll know the expected scope before accepting the main repair.
It depends on the cost, overall condition, macOS compatibility, intended use and the importance of the data. If repair doesn't seem sensible, we'll explain before proceeding.
Yes. We investigate boot errors, failed installations, freezes, slow performance and storage problems. Some cases can be handled via remote support.
Yes. We handle enquiries from self-employed professionals and companies using Apple devices, including offices, shops, hotels and other businesses on the Costa del Sol.
Diagnosis for clients in Marbella
Provide the model, symptoms, when the problem started, whether the device got wet and whether it contains important data. We'll advise you on the next step.
