📱 Phone Not Charging in Welland? Charging Port Cleaning May Be the Fix
- Muhammad Shaheer
- Jul 29
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 19

Why is Your Phone not charging properly?
You’re plugging in your phone like always — but suddenly, it’s not charging. It might only charge if you hold it at a certain angle… or not at all.
Most people assume the port is broken or the battery is dead. But here’s what we see every day at ThrifTech in Welland:
⚠️ The real issue is often just dust or pocket lint stuck inside the charging port.
What Causes Dust and Debris in Your Charging Port?
Welland residents often carry phones in their pockets, bags, or work in dusty environments. Over time, debris like:
Pocket lint
Fabric particles
Fine dust
Food crumbs
Metal shavings (for trades workers)
…gets pushed deeper into your port every time you plug in the charger. Eventually, this prevents full contact, and your phone stops charging properly.
Signs You Need Charging Port Cleaning
If you’re facing any of the following, it might be time to book a cleaning:
✅ Charger fits loosely or falls out✅ Phone charges only at a certain angle✅ Charging is slow or stops randomly✅ You’ve tried multiple cables, but nothing helps
What Not to Do at Home
We get it — you’re tempted to fix it yourself. But:
❌ Don’t use needles, SIM tools, or toothpicks — these can damage internal pins. ❌ Don’t use compressed air — it can push debris deeper or cause static damage. ❌ Don’t pour alcohol or liquids — this can cause internal corrosion
What We Do at ThrifTech – Welland
🧼 Safe Charging Port Cleaning: Use proper tools, magnification, and anti-static brushes to remove debris without damaging the port.
🔊 Speaker & Microphone Cleaning Dirt buildup in speakers affects volume and call clarity — so we clean those openings too, at no extra charge.
🔍 Free Visual Assessment if cleaning doesn’t solve the issue, we’ll guide you toward repair — honestly and affordably.
👉 Learn more about our charging port cleaning service.
Why Welland Locals Trust ThrifTech
✅ Home-Based Repair Lab – Appointment Required✅ No upselling – Just honest advice✅ Same-day service – Most jobs done in under 30 minutes✅ Serving: Welland, Thorold, Port Colborne, Fonthill & Niagara Region
📍 Located in Welland | 📞 Call/Text: 289-969-7814
Don’t Replace Your Phone Over Dust
Before spending hundreds on a new phone, let us take a look. Chances are, your port just needs a careful cleaning — and your phone will be back to 100%.
👉 Book your phone not charging repair in Welland today at ThrifTech – fast, affordable, and reliable service.
🔗 Schedule here: www.thriftech.ca/booking



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