repair broken Dell hinge?

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The parts to repair a laptop with bad hinges often cost in the range of
$80 to $100 (2 new hinges and usually a new plastic "lid" ), and more if
the cable to the LCD has been damaged (some of these cables are over
$100, but others are only $30 or so). Repair time varies, but an hour
is a good estimate. That's going to put the repair up in the range of
$200 or more if done by a real service shop.


Mahlon Wagner wrote:

> I have a Dell Inspiron 3500. The hinge broke, and since then the wires
> have also separated.
>
> Any ideas on the cost for such a repair?
> Second, other than Dell, where could this be repaired?
> Thanks
> Mahl
>