Quick answer: A starter phone repair kit needs precision screwdrivers, plastic pry tools, tweezers, a suction cup, a controlled heat source, a multimeter, a soldering iron, ESD protection and good light. Later add a hot-air station, a bench power supply and a microscope. Junaid Telecom, Chiniot, supplies panels and hardware to technicians: WhatsApp 0345 7701965.
This guide is written for new technicians, shop owners adding a repair counter and anyone from Chiniot, Jhang, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Lalian or Bhowana building a bench. It lists tools by stage so you don’t overspend early.
Stage 1: The starter kit (screen, battery and port jobs)
Precision screwdriver set
Phones use tiny screws. A set should include Phillips (cross), Torx, tri-point or pentalobe heads (for some iPhones), and small flat blades. Magnetised tips help pick up screws. Buy a decent-quality set, because soft tips strip screws.
Plastic pry tools and picks
Spudgers, guitar picks and thin plastic opening tools let you separate parts without scratching or shorting. Metal tools can damage flex cables and frames.
Tweezers
You need fine-tipped, anti-static tweezers for connectors, tiny screws and small parts. A flat and a pointed pair cover most work.
Suction cup and thin opening blades
For lifting the display or back glass on glued phones. Use together with gentle heat.
Heat source
A controlled heat mat or preheating plate is safer than an uncontrolled hair-dryer. Many phones have heat-sensitive batteries and OLED panels, so temperature matters. Overheating is a classic cause of damaged displays and batteries.
Multimeter
Use it to check continuity, voltage and shorts, for example on a charging line or battery connector. It’s the first diagnostic tool beyond your eyes.
ESD safety
Static can damage chips. A mat and wrist strap, or at least regular grounding, protects the boards.
Good lighting and a magnifier
A bright lamp and a basic magnifier reduce mistakes more than almost any other upgrade.
Cleaning supplies
High-purity isopropyl alcohol, lint-free wipes and soft brushes for cleaning boards, connectors and adhesive residue. Keep alcohol away from displays and open flame.
Organisation
Screw trays, magnetic mats and labelled boxes keep small parts in order. Photograph the phone as you open it, so you remember where the screws belong.
Stage 2: Intermediate (charging ports, flex cables, simple board work)
| Tool | Why you need it |
|---|---|
| Temperature-controlled soldering station | Replace charging ports and connectors without burning pads |
| Solder wire, flux and solder wick | Clean joints and remove old solder |
| Bench power supply (DC) | Reveals shorts and current draw safely, without a battery |
| Battery and screen test tools | Test the new panel and battery before sealing |
| Fine tip and flat tip soldering tips | Different jobs need different tips |
| Jumper wire and thin insulated wire | Repair broken traces and links |
Stage 3: Advanced (board-level repair and refurbishing)
- Hot-air rework station: for chip and connector removal and replacement; use with correct nozzle and temperature.
- Microscope: stereo microscope for tiny components and cracked pads.
- Ultrasonic cleaner: for cleaning corroded boards after liquid damage, with appropriate cleaning fluid.
- Laminating and glue tools: for glass-only or refurbishing work, and specialist adhesives.
- Battery spot welder: for battery tabs and cell work, used with caution.
- Diagnostic and software tools: tools for flashing and unlocking, used legally and with the customer’s consent and proof of ownership.
Safety gear you should not skip
- Eye protection when lifting glass and heating.
- Gloves when handling broken glass or chemicals.
- Fume extractor or ventilated space for soldering and flux.
- A fire-resistant container for swollen or damaged lithium batteries. Never puncture them; read our swollen-battery safety guide.
- First-aid kit nearby.
Parts quality matters as much as tools
Even excellent technicians struggle with weak parts. Panels, batteries, charging ports and flex cables vary in quality. Junaid Telecom supplies Sunlong display panels and holds the brand’s official dealer letter. Our mobile hardware and spare-parts range covers LCD and display panels, batteries, charging ports, charging flex, back glass, housings, speakers and ringers, microphones, buttons and flex cables, plus technician tools.
- Availability depends on the model, so WhatsApp before you visit.
- Rates change daily, and we never publish a fixed price list.
- Shopkeepers and technicians from nearby towns can ask on WhatsApp about sending stock to their city.
- Retail customers can buy even a single piece at the wholesale price.
Good habits that cost nothing
- Photograph before disassembly.
- Disconnect the battery first, always.
- Test the phone before sealing it.
- Record the fault, parts used and customer approval.
- Explain honestly to the customer; see our guide on choosing a trustworthy repair shop.
- Keep your bench clean and organised.
Visit Junaid Telecom
Junaid Telecom & Repairing Lab, Madrasa Banat Road, Mohalla Garah, Dhol Sikandar, Chiniot. Open daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Owner WhatsApp: 0345 7701965
- Staff WhatsApp: 0348 8651965
- Repairing Lab WhatsApp: 0345 7599995