Wearing branded products, more specifically Apple products, enhances your personality and style. Apple Watch is one of the top products of Apple that every brand conscious individual carves to get their hands on and get that personality bump.

However, like every gadget, the Apple watch doesn't last forever and get damaged in many ways. If you find your watch having an issue, you might be tempted to have it checked for a repair with a professional or go for what they call the DIY (do it yourself).

Be mindful that the Apple watch is not a toy to play around with. If you want to repair it yourself, you should also remember what risk it can bring. Here is a simple tip to go DIY, unless it's a minor case that you can fix on your own, like changing the strips, you must not get into the complex issues on your own. 

DIY Apple Watch Repair- How to Go About it?

First, you should find out the fault in your watch. Then, examine it carefully and confirm whether you can repair it on your own or need to take it to an Apple watch repair expert. If you cannot repair your watch yourself, don’t do it to avoid any risk of losing the watch once and forever. Only go for repair if you have full confidence and knowledge of repairing.

Cases Where DIY is Not Advised

Replacing the Apple Watch Screen:

All Apple products are very costly and complex to open up to its interior. As you know, the Apple watch screen may get damaged from coming in contact with some hard objects during your daily routine.

If you broke your Apple watch screen, it is advised to have it repaired from a savvy Apple watch expert near your locality, or taking it to the authorized Apple’s repair and refurbishing center near you. 

Replacing Apple Battery 

When the battery performance downgrades and needs battery replacement, you must do it on your own as it requires tools and experts to open up the watch internal assembly, fitting in the new battery and connecting its tinny power ribbons.

Power Button Repair

If your apple watch power button happens to stop working, you must avoid playing around with it as it requires tools such as tiny little scrows, a magnifier and soldering equipment to replace the power button. 

Cases Where You Can Go for DIY Apple Watch Repair

There are certain instances where you can go DIY when it comes to Apple watches. 

1. Stripes/Band Replacement
2. Screen Protector 
3. General cleansing with recommended thinners. 

Conclusion: 

Attempting DIY repair can potentially cause further damage to your device, and may also void your warranty cover. Apple offers support and repair services at their retail locations where you need to take your watch for any repair chores. You may also find some third party repairing expert who can also get the job done for you.