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Get your phone fixed without leaving your doorstep
Dropping your phone in the toilet is more common than you think. It happens in pockets, purses, and even during those quick scrolls while multitasking. Embarrassing? Maybe. Fixable? Absolutely—if you act fast.
Even if your phone claims to be water-resistant, that doesn't mean it's waterproof forever. Water can still sneak into cracks, speaker grills, or damaged seals—especially after months of wear and tear.
The key is quick action. The faster you move, the better chance you have of avoiding lasting damage.
If your phone isn’t working after a drop, Pull Up® Phone Repair in Baltimore can help diagnose and fix water damage fast.
First things first: grab the phone—immediately. The longer it sits, the worse the damage can get. Every second matters.
If it’s in a public or shared bathroom, prioritize your safety. Put on gloves if available, and sanitize the phone and your hands as soon as possible.
Do not press buttons, unlock the screen, or test if it still works. This can force water deeper into the device and increase the risk of a short circuit. Instead, power it off and move on to drying it properly.
As tempting as it is to check if your phone still works—don’t. The moment it’s been exposed to water, power it down completely. Keeping it on or pressing buttons could send an electrical charge through wet circuits and cause shorting.
If the phone was already off when it hit the water, leave it off until you’ve gone through all the drying steps.
Next, take off any accessories: your phone case, screen protector, and pop socket. If possible, also remove the SIM card and SD card—this helps them dry and protects your data.
Gently blot any visible moisture using a microfiber cloth or clean paper towel. Be careful not to rub hard or push water deeper into crevices.
Do not shake the phone, blow into ports, or use a hair dryer. These methods can spread water internally or damage sensitive parts.
You’ve probably heard the old trick about putting your phone in a bowl of rice. Don’t do it. Rice doesn’t absorb moisture fast enough, and particles can get stuck in your ports.
Instead, let air do the work. Place your phone in a dry, well-ventilated space. Point a fan at it or surround it with silica gel packs if you have them (those little packets that come in shoe boxes and electronics).
Leave it off and drying for at least 24 to 48 hours. Patience here is your best friend.
So your phone’s dry, and maybe it even powers back on—that’s great. But that doesn’t mean you’re in the clear.
Water damage can cause corrosion inside your device, which might not show up right away. Over time, it can affect your battery, screen, charging port, and internal circuits.
That’s why it’s smart to get your phone professionally inspected after any water exposure, even if it seems fine. At Pull Up® Phone Repair in Baltimore, we can:
Better safe than stuck with a slow, glitchy, or dead phone a few weeks from now.
Toilet drops happen (you’re not alone), but what you do next makes all the difference.
Move quickly, avoid the rice trick, and give your phone the time and airflow it needs to dry safely.
Even if everything seems okay, get it checked by a pro. Water damage doesn’t always show itself right away—but when it does, it can cost you more than just your phone. For water-damaged phones, Pull Up® Phone Repair in Baltimore offers fast mobile phone repairs, expert care—right where you are.
