If your phone’s mic or speaker suddenly stopped working, sounds muffled, or becomes very quiet after water exposure or a hard drop, you’re not alone.
This is one of the most common repair requests we handle at Tech & Games, Hartlepool.
Most people search:
“Why is my phone speaker not working after water?”
“Phone mic muffled after dropping in water”
“No sound after dropping phone — fix near me”
Let’s explain what’s really happening and how to fix it quickly.
Why Mic & Speaker Fail After Water or Impact
Water or physical impact can damage your phone’s audio system in several ways:
1 Blocked Speaker or Mic Mesh
Water leaves residue and debris inside the mesh, causing:
- Low speaker volume
- Muffled mic
- Distorted or crackling sound
2 Corroded Internal Components
Even small amounts of moisture can corrode:
- Mic pins
- Speaker rings
- Flex cables
This gets worse every hour.
3 Audio IC (Sound Chip) Damage
Common after:
Dropping the phone
Water exposure
Sudden power surge
Symptoms include:
- Total loss of sound
- No mic during calls
- Audio works only after restart
- Phone freezing when recording audio
4 Charging Port Water Damage Affecting Sound
Water enters the bottom area and affects:
- Mic ports
- Speaker chamber
- Mainboard audio lines
Why You Must Act Fast
Water damage spreads quickly and can lead to:
Permanent sound failure
Motherboard corrosion
Short circuits
Expensive audio IC damage
DO NOT dry your phone with a hairdryer — it pushes moisture deeper.
DO NOT keep using it — the board may short.
Bring it in immediately.
How Tech & Games Hartlepool Fixes Mic & Speaker Damage
At Tech & Games – Mobile, Laptop & Console Repairs, Hartlepool, we provide full audio repair services:
Professional Water-Damage Cleaning
Removes trapped moisture, corrosion & mineral deposits safely.
Mic & Speaker Repair/Replacement
We install high-quality replacement modules for:
- iPhone
- Samsung
- Xiaomi
- Huawei
- Oppo
- Any other brand
Audio IC (Sound Chip) Repair
For deeper hardware faults on the motherboard.
Charging Port & Mesh Cleaning
Restores clear sound & removes debris.
Same-Day Diagnosis
We identify the fault within minutes.
No Fix – No Fee
You only pay if the problem is successfully repaired.
Visit Tech & Games Hartlepool Today
Tech & Games – Mobile, Laptop & Console Repairs
119 York Rd, Hartlepool, TS26 9DL
+44 1429 233870
techandgames.co.uk
Fast action can save your phone — don’t delay.
FAQs – Phone Mic/Speaker Not Working
Q1. Why is my phone speaker not working after dropping it in water?
Water blocks the mesh and corrodes the speaker flex. Cleaning and drying at Tech & Games Hartlepool usually fixes this.
Q2. My mic sounds muffled after water exposure — can it be repaired?
Yes. We clean the mic chamber, remove moisture, and replace the mic if needed.
Q3. No sound after dropping my phone — is the audio IC damaged?
Possibly. Drops can break the audio IC solder points. We provide full audio IC repair and reballing.
Q4. How long does mic or speaker repair take?
Most repairs take 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the damage.
Q5. How much does mic/speaker repair cost in Hartlepool?
Typical repair cost ranges from £25–£75, depending on the model and damage. Diagnosis is free.