Cell phones are getting more expensive as times go on. Many of the more popular units are much like personal computers were a few years back. This added expense and complexity means you’ll likely end up needing to get your phone repaired at some point. We decided to take a look at cellular phone repair and how it applies to you.

Make sure you have a good manufacturer’s warranty on your cell phone. The first line of defense when it comes to fixing a broken cell phone is to have the manufacturer fix it. Read the details of your service contract carefully. You may have to pay for shipping, so add that to the cost of any repairs.

You may have purchased and extended warranty for your cell phone repairs. In this scenario, you most likely will send the phone into a pre-approved repair shop, depending on which model you own. The details of your extended warranty will be very clear, so make sure to keep a copy to learn what is and isn’t covered.