Service · Battery Replacement

Battery Health Below 80%? Swollen Battery? Sudden Drain? We Replace It Right.

OEM-grade replacement cells. Proper calibration. 30-day warranty. All MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models, 2012-2024. Free doorstep diagnosis.

MacBook with iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods — keeping every Mac alive longer

Free Diagnosis

You see the quote first. Pay only if we fix it.

90-Day Warranty

Same fault returns? We re-fix it free.

24–72 Hr Turnaround

Most chip-level repairs done within 3 days.

Doorstep Service

We come to you. All Pune zones.

Why MacBook Batteries Fail

Lithium-polymer batteries (used in all modern MacBooks) degrade naturally — every full charge counts as 1 cycle, and Apple rates batteries for ~1000 cycles before health drops to 80%. Heat exposure, trickle-charging at 100%, and deep discharges all accelerate degradation.

Typical lifespan: 3-5 years of normal use. Heavy users may need replacement at 2-3 years.

⚠️ Swollen batteries are a fire risk. Stop using your MacBook immediately and bring it in for replacement. Don’t continue using or charging.

When Your MacBook Needs a New Battery

Battery health below 80%

Check System Information → Power for cycle count and condition

“Service battery” warning

macOS warning means the battery is past its useful life

Sudden drain

Full charge lasts 1-2 hours instead of expected 8-10

Won’t hold charge

Drains while plugged in, or rapidly when unplugged

Swollen battery

Visible bulge under trackpad, lifted keyboard — fire risk

Won’t power without charger

Battery completely dead, only works on adapter

Excessive heat while charging

Cells failing or charging IC stressed

Random shutdowns at 30-60%

Battery can’t deliver peak power anymore

Our Battery Replacement Process

1

Free Diagnosis (15-30 min)

Confirm battery health and cycle count, rule out charger / power-management issues, swelling check, source compatible replacement.

2

Quote

Written quote with battery tier (Genuine Apple Pull / OEM-Grade / our default), cost, turnaround. You decide.

3

Replacement (1-2 hr)

Discharge old battery for safe handling, controlled-heat adhesive removal, install new battery, reconnect, recalibrate.

4

Calibration + Return

Multi-cycle conditioning, SMC reset, health verification (cycle 0, health 100%). Doorstep delivery (free in priority Pune zones).

Battery Replacement Pricing (Pune, 2026)

MacBook ModelMacLab CostApple AASP Cost
MacBook Pro 13″ Retina (2012-2015)₹6,500-8,500₹14,000-18,000
MacBook Pro 13″/15″ (2016-2019 Touch Bar)₹9,500-12,500₹18,000-22,000
MacBook Pro 13″/14″/15″/16″ M-series₹11,000-15,000₹20,000-26,000
MacBook Air 11″/13″ (Intel)₹6,500-8,500₹13,000-16,000
MacBook Air Retina 13″ (2018-2020)₹8,500-11,000₹16,000-20,000
MacBook Air M1/M2/M3 13″/15″₹9,500-13,000₹17,000-22,000
MacBook 12″ Retina (2015-2017)₹7,500-10,000₹15,000-18,000

You save 40-55% with us. Same OEM-grade cells. Proper calibration.

What Most Pune Shops Skip: Calibration

Cell conditioning

Initial charge to 100%, full discharge, re-charge — cycled to wake up the cells. Skipping this cuts battery lifespan in half.

SMC reset

Resets battery management state, clears old cycle count, recalibrates power-consumption estimates. Most shops don’t do this.

Health verification

Apple Diagnostics or coconutBattery — confirm cycle count = 0, health = 100%, capacity at-spec before return.

Long-term burn-in

Multiple charge cycles tested before delivery. Verify no swelling, no excessive heat, normal wake behaviour.

Battery Replacement FAQ

How do I check my current battery health?
Apple menu → About This Mac → System Report → Power → look for ‘Cycle Count’ and ‘Condition.’ If condition shows ‘Service Battery’ or ‘Replace Soon,’ it’s time. Or use the free coconutBattery app.
Is it safe to keep using a swollen battery?
No. Swollen batteries can ignite or rupture. Stop using and bring in immediately. Don’t charge.
Will battery replacement reset my data?
No. Battery replacement is purely hardware — your data, settings, accounts are untouched.
Why is Apple’s battery so expensive?
Apple charges for genuine Apple-branded battery + AASP labour rates + service overhead. We charge for OEM-equivalent battery + skilled installation. Same end result, lower cost.
How long will the new battery last?
Same lifespan as original — typically 3-5 years before health drops below 80%. Cycle count tracking starts at 0.

Get Battery Replacement Quote in 15 Minutes

WhatsApp us your MacBook model + year + current battery health. We quote on the spot.

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