A monitor that's stopped displaying an image, flickers unpredictably, or shows strange color bands isn't always beyond saving. Monitor repair from Bestcare Facilities Management addresses these faults directly, often restoring full function without the cost of a full replacement.
Common Monitor Faults
The most frequent complaint is a monitor that won't turn on at all, which can stem from a failed power supply component, a damaged internal board, or in some cases something as simple as a faulty power cable. Flickering screens, particularly ones that worsen with warmth or extended use, often point to a failing capacitor or power regulation issue within the monitor itself. Color distortion — a persistent tint, uneven color across sections of the screen, or colors that shift depending on viewing angle — usually indicates a panel or internal board fault rather than a settings issue.
Physical damage, including cracked screens from impact, is less common on stationary office monitors than on laptops but does occur, particularly during office moves or equipment relocation.
How Monitor Repairs Are Handled
Bestcare technicians start with the basics — testing the power cable, connection cable, and port before assuming a deeper internal fault, since a surprising number of "dead" monitors are actually working perfectly fine internally. Once external causes are ruled out, internal diagnostics identify whether the issue lies with the power board, the panel itself, or a connection between the two. Repairs then proceed based on the specific component at fault, whether that's a board-level fix or, in cases of panel damage, a full panel replacement.
"Before assuming a monitor is dead, we always check the simple things first — cables and connections solve more 'broken monitor' calls than people expect." — Display Repair Technician, Bestcare
Estimated Cost of Service
| Service | Approximate Cost (KES) |
| Cable and connection diagnostic | 500 – 1,500 |
| Power supply/board repair | 2,000 – 5,000 |
| Capacitor replacement | 1,500 – 3,500 |
| Panel replacement | 5,000 – 15,000 |
| Physical damage assessment and repair | 3,000 – 12,000 |
Costs depend on monitor size and brand, along with whether the fault is a straightforward component repair or a full panel replacement.
Signs It's Time for a Repair Check
Persistent flickering, a screen that dims and brightens unpredictably, or colors that seem noticeably off compared to how the monitor used to display are all reasons to have it looked at before the issue worsens or the monitor fails completely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my monitor turn on even though it's plugged in? This could be a power cable, power supply, or internal board issue — a diagnostic check quickly narrows down the actual cause.
Can flickering be fixed without replacing the whole monitor? Often yes, particularly when it's caused by a specific failing component like a capacitor rather than the panel itself.
Is it worth repairing an older monitor? This depends on the repair cost relative to the monitor's age and a replacement's cost — for straightforward faults, repair is usually the more economical choice.
Do you repair monitors from all major brands? Yes, our technicians work across the common monitor brands used in Nairobi offices.
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If your monitor is flickering, showing distorted colors, or has stopped working altogether, Bestcare Facilities Management provides prompt, affordable monitor repair across Nairobi.