Specialized Soldering & Micro-Soldering

At On-Site Express, we possess the precision tools and high-magnification equipment required for delicate board-level repairs. While many shops only know how to “swap parts,” we have the capability to repair the components themselves.

⚠️ A Note on Project Selection

Micro-soldering is a highly technical, time-intensive process. To maintain our high standards of quality and success, we are selective about the soldering projects we accept. We prioritize repairs where a successful outcome is highly probable and the device’s value justifies the precision work required.

🔬 Our Precision Capabilities

When the project is the right fit, we offer several advanced soldering services:

  • DC Jack Repairs: Replacing broken or loose power ports on laptops where the port is soldered directly to the motherboard.

  • Component-Level Board Repair: Replacing blown capacitors, resistors, or damaged surface-mount components.

  • Port Restorations: Repairing damaged USB, HDMI, or Ethernet ports on various circuit boards.

  • Trace Repair: Reconstructing broken electrical pathways on a PCB (Printed Circuit Board).

  • Industrial & Legacy Boards: Repairing specialized boards for machinery or older equipment where replacement parts are no longer available.

🚫 Projects We Typically Do Not Accept

To save you time, please note that we generally do not take on the following:

  • Modern Smartphone Screens/Charge Ports: We focus on computers, industrial boards, and larger electronics.

  • Consumer Gaming Consoles (HDMI ports): Due to the high failure rate and specific manufacturing of modern consoles, we generally refer these to specialized console shops.

  • “Flea Market” Finds: We do not perform “experimental” soldering on low-value consumer electronics.

  • Attempted DIY Repairs: If a board has already been damaged by a previous soldering attempt, we usually cannot take the job.

🛠️ The Evaluation Process

Because every soldering job is unique, we require a Physical Evaluation before committing to a repair.

  1. Drop-Off for Assessment: Bring the board or device into our Lakewood shop.

  2. Microscopic Inspection: A technician will examine the damage under high magnification to check for heat damage, pad lifting, or internal board shorts.

  3. The Verdict: We will give you an honest assessment. If we believe the repair is “high-risk” or unlikely to last, we will tell you upfront rather than taking your money for a temporary fix.

Have a Specialized Soldering Project?

Describe your project or bring it in for a professional opinion.

[Inquire About a Repair] |  Or call to speak with a technician: (253) 589-2391