If you’ve started shopping around for a replacement USB-C port for your Samsung phone in 2025, you’ve probably seen wildly different quotes — from as low as £35 to well over £120. Based on my recent research and personal experience (after getting ports replaced in London, Manchester and Glasgow), I’ve compiled a realistic breakdown of what you’re likely to pay — and why. This article gives you the full picture: parts, labour, rivets like water-resistance, plus regional variation across UK cities, so you’re not caught off-guard when you walk into a repair shop.
Before diving into numbers, a quick note: if you want to compare repair costs across Samsung models or check whether the problem is port-related or not, see the Samsung Brand Hub. For overlapping issues like charging or power problems, the Battery & Power Hub often offers helpful context.
The final cost depends on several factors — not just the port itself. Here’s what shops usually consider when quoting a price:
Because of these variables, quotes for “charging port replacement” often end up all over the place — sometimes with no clear explanation why. I’ll break down each element and show you typical cost ranges you’ll find in 2025.
This is the biggest factor. For example, replacing the port on a mid-range model like a Galaxy A34 or A52 tends to be cheaper than doing so on a flagship S23 / S22 / S21 — simply because the internal layout is less dense, and the daughter board with the USB-C port is easier (and cheaper) to source.
Based on recent quotes across shops in Sheffield, Liverpool and Cardiff, here’s a rough model-based pricing range (part + basic labour):
When I replaced the port on a Galaxy A52 after a bus-ride wobble in Birmingham, I paid **£48** — part was a verified OEM daughterboard. But for a Galaxy S22 port replacement in London early 2025, the cheapest firm I found asked for **£95** (without water-resistance reseal), while a premium shop quoted **£115** — mainly due to their careful reassembly and post-repair QC.
Many Samsung flagships come with official water-resistance (IP ratings). If you repair the port, the shop should reseal the back cover properly to preserve that. That involves adhesive, a heat press or jig, and extra labour. In practice, I’ve seen shops add between **£15–£25** to the base fee for this service.
For example, in Edinburgh a shop quoted **£60** for port replacement on a Galaxy S21 — but when asked to include sealing, the price rose to **£82**. A human lesson: always ask whether resealing is part of the quote. If they skip it to keep costs down, you might compromise water-resistance.
You’ll often get three types of port replacements: original Samsung daughterboard, OEM-grade, or low-cost third-party clones. Here’s how they compare (and how they affect price and reliability):
Many cheaper quotes (especially sub-£40 in small towns) turn out to use low-quality parts. I once accepted such a quote in Liverpool for a Galaxy A21s — it worked for a month, then fast charging stopped. I had to return and pay again for OEM-grade part. In the long run, sticking with OEM or original pays off.
Not all repair shops are equal. Shops in cities like London or Manchester usually have well-trained technicians, heat mats, suction jigs, ESD-safe tools. Shops in smaller towns sometimes cut corners: prising the back off without heat, rushing the adhesive, or neglecting QC. That affects price and outcome.
Typical labour cost differences I’ve seen in 2025:
So, a quote of £40 for port replacement on a newer phone is almost always using cheap labour or potentially poor-quality parts. In my Glasgow repair, the technician spent nearly 45 minutes on careful disassembly and resealed correctly — the service cost more, but after three months charging was still rock solid.
Where you get the repair significantly changes the price. Shops in large cities with higher rent or premium storefronts typically charge more. Here’s a snapshot of how location affects quotes in 2025:
When I visited a shop in Sheffield, their port replacement quote was £50 for a budget A-series model. A friend, doing the same repair in London, was quoted £85 — for the same part, but different overheads and labour costs. So don’t be surprised if the difference is nearly 50% just based on location.
If you need same-day or next-day service — especially in busy cities like London or Manchester — expect to pay a premium. Shops often charge an extra **£10–£25** for quick turnaround, depending on workload and staff availability. When I was in Leeds and wanted the port replaced before heading on a weekend trip, a shop offered next-day service for an extra £20. It was fast and convenient, but the total price went up noticeably.
Good shops rarely just plug in a new port and call it a day. They should test charging speed, data transfer stability, moisture detection sensors (if applicable), and run a short stress test. If they include that, it’s worth the extra cost — and may be reflected in quotes that seem higher but offer better long-term reliability.
In a London repair I observed last month, the technician spent around 10 minutes post-repair checking charging under different loads, plus resealing and moisture test — that repair cost £100 overall, but three months later the phone still charged lightning-fast without a hitch.
Here’s a summary table of expected replacement costs across different models and service levels (parts + labour ± reseal & QC):
| Model Category | Small Town / Budget Shop | Mid-size City Shop | Large City / Premium Shop (incl. reseal & QC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget A-series (e.g. A12, A21s) | £35–£45 | £40–£55 | £45–£60 |
| Mid-range (A34, A52, A54) | £45–£55 | £50–£70 | £60–£80 |
| Older S / mid-flagship (S10, S20, S21) | £50–£65 | £60–£80 | £70–£95 |
| Flagship (S22, S23, S24 / Ultra) | £60–£80 | £75–£95 | £90–£120+ |
Replacing the charging port makes sense when:
However, if you own an older model (say a mid-range device over 5 years old), and batteries or other hardware are weak, spending £70–£100 on just the port might not be justified. In those cases, replace the phone — or weigh up the benefit of a full upgrade.
Here’s what worked for me (and friends) to keep the cost down while avoiding common pitfalls:
Once, after a repair in Cardiff that cost £55, I got a warranty slip — and a month later, if the port failed, I could return for free. That’s rare, but worth asking about.
Watch out for shop signs like these — they often mean hidden costs or low-quality repair:
If a quote raises any of those flags, treat it with suspicion. A cheap port today might turn into a broken charging port tomorrow — costing you more time and money in the long run.
In 2025, if you properly shop around and ask the right questions, a charging port replacement for a Samsung phone in the UK should cost somewhere between **£45 and £120**, depending on your phone model, part quality, and repair shop location. It’s worth paying a bit more for OEM parts, proper resealing (if needed), and a shop that does full QC — because a quality repair often lasts at least a year without issues.
Before committing, double-check whether the port is really the issue (faulty cables, battery problems, or moisture can mimic port faults). And if you're unsure, browsing through the Connectivity & Network Hub might help you diagnose port vs cable vs software issues more clearly.
If you take your time, ask questions, and choose wisely — you can get your Samsung back in top shape without overpaying.
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