Here at Swappa, we can\u2019t stomach the thought of nearly 100 million people walking the streets with busted glass. As a result, we have compiled some of the most frequently asked questions we see on the issue of cell phone screen repair<\/a>. If you\u2019re one of \u201cthose people\u201d living with a cracked screen, consider this a public service announcement for how fast, easy, and profitable it can be to bring your phone back to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. Delaying phone screen repair makes your phone more susceptible to additional damage, including damaging the actual LCD or OLED screen and making it easier for water to get in and cause additional issues. It\u2019s almost always less expensive to repair as soon as you see a problem. Additionally, a cracked screen can actually be dangerous to use, as it can lead to painful glass splinters in your fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, a cracked screen can apparently be a real turn-off. According to a recent study by CNN Tech, the vast majority of women agree that cracked phone screens are gross, with 86% of female respondents say they’re negatively judging men for not fixing their phones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Broken cell phone screen repair costs depend on your device and the extent of the damage. To see how much it costs to repair your phone \u2014 and what it\u2019s worth once repaired \u2014 use the Swappa Phone Repair Calculator<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You might be able to, but you shouldn\u2019t<\/a>. While there are plenty of DIY kits and how-to videos that make phone screen repair seem pretty straightforward, in the end, self-repair doesn\u2019t really save you time or money. And in many cases, a botched repair can actually cause more damage and make it more difficult for a professional repair shop to save your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In fact, depending on your device, the repair kit can actually cost more than phone screen repair with a capable phone repair shop<\/a>. Just as important, when you trust your phone screen repair with a professional, you make sure your phone retains its full resale value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Short answer: no. The Internet claims that buffing toothpaste \u2014 or baking soda, car wax, or vegetable oil \u2014 into a minor scratch or crack can provide temporary aesthetic improvement, but it will not ultimately fix the problem. And while your phone might smell minty fresh for a few days, the crack will eventually reemerge and can lead to more costly repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We know you can\u2019t bear the thought of being without your phone for a few days, but fortunately, most professional repair shops<\/a> can handle phone screen repair in just a matter of hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if you\u2019re thinking about getting a new phone, you should consider having your broken phone screen repaired. Your phone has resale value, and you\u2019ll probably be surprised by how much it\u2019s really worth when repaired. And as we’ve shown in the past, Swappa is the best place to get the most money for your used iPhone<\/a> or Android phone<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For instance, at the date\u00a0this article was written, a broken\u00a0iPhone 7<\/a> can\u00a0have its screen repaired\u00a0for around $85 and then still be worth around $160 on average on the Swappa Marketplace<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find out how much it costs to repair your phone and what it\u2019s worth repaired with the Swappa Phone Repair Calculator<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \n\n\nI cracked my screen, but it still works fine. Do I really need to repair it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How much does phone screen repair cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCan I repair a cracked screen myself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can I use toothpaste to fix a cracked screen?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I need my phone back NOW! What\u2019s the fastest way to get my phone screen repaired?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Is it even worth repairing a cracked screen? I\u2019m probably just going to get a new phone.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n