Samsung Galaxy A05 Back Cover Repair Vienna
A corner of the back has broken off, the cover gapes at the edge or has a deep crack? On the Galaxy A05 the back is made of plastic: it does not shatter like glass, but it still breaks and warps in drops. Reparo fits a new back cover in Vienna for a fixed EUR 59, usually in about an hour, with a six-month warranty. Pickup in Vienna, send-in from Austria or drop-off by appointment.
Samsung A05 back cover: price and process at a glance
A new back cover for the Samsung Galaxy A05 costs EUR 59 at Reparo in Vienna. We remove the damaged plastic cover, clean frame and contact surfaces, check the battery for swelling and fit a new back cover matching model number SM-A055F. Then we test cameras, buttons and charging. Cover and fitting are guaranteed for six months, and the 25 EUR check is not charged if you go ahead.
Back cover Galaxy A05
New plastic cover with fitting
- Colour matching your phone, subject to availability
- Frame and contact surfaces cleaned
- Battery checked for swelling when opened
- Cameras and buttons tested after fitting
- 6-month warranty on part and fitting
Diagnostic check 25 EUR, waived on repair. If only the protective glass over the camera is cracked, a EUR 35 camera glass replacement is enough.
When the cover on the A05 should be replaced
- A corner has broken out and the inside is exposed
- The back sticks out at the edge and no longer closes
- A crack runs across the plastic
- The cover creaks or moves when you hold the phone
- The area around the camera is broken
A broken back is more than a cosmetic flaw: dust and moisture get into the phone through gaps, and the A05 has no IP rating from the factory to keep them out. If the cover lifts without a drop, a swollen battery may be behind it. Other repairs are in the Galaxy A05 overview.
How we replace the back cover on the A05
The back of the A05 is a plastic cover that sits on the frame. We release it all the way round with flat tools without damaging the frame and remove broken pieces from the housing. Then we clean the contact surfaces, check the battery and fit the new back cover precisely. Finally we test cameras, buttons and charging. It usually takes about an hour.
- Assess the damage
We check whether only the cover is affected or also the frame, camera glass or battery.
- Release the old cover
All the way round with flat tools; broken pieces are removed from the housing.
- Prepare the housing
Clean contact surfaces, check the battery for swelling, clean the camera area.
- New back and test
Fit the cover precisely, then check cameras, buttons and charging.
Pickup in Vienna, send-in from Austria or drop-off by appointment in the 22nd district: you choose when booking.
New back cover, just the camera glass or the battery first?
The camera lenses of the A05 are covered by protective glass. If only that is cracked, a camera glass replacement for EUR 35 is enough. If the plastic cover itself is broken, we replace the back for EUR 59. And if the cover lifts without a drop, we check the battery first.
| New back cover | Camera glass only | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | EUR 59 | EUR 35 |
| When | Break, crack or lifting cover | Splinters only over the lenses |
| Time | approx. 1 hour | approx. 1 hour |
| Warranty | 6 months | 6 months |
If both are damaged, you get the total price before the repair.
If the back lifts because the battery is swelling, we replace the battery first for EUR 69: A05 battery replacement. Often the old cover fits again afterwards, and you only pay for the battery.
Plastic instead of glass: what it means for repairing the A05
On the Galaxy A05 Samsung combines a glass front with a back and frame made of plastic. Plastic does not shatter, which is the advantage. It can, however, break, warp or tear at the edges, especially when the phone lands on a corner. Because there are no glass splinters involved, the swap on the A05 is less delicate than on models with a glass back.
Which colours are available for the A05 cover?
Samsung sold the A05 in black, silver and light green. We order the back cover to match your phone. If a colour is not available at the moment, we tell you beforehand and you decide whether to wait or take a different colour.
Does the A05s back cover fit?
No. The A05s has three cameras and the A05 two, so the cut-outs in the cover do not match. We only order back covers listed for model number SM-A055F, so camera, buttons and headphone jack line up exactly. The sister model: Galaxy A05s repair.
Questions about a new back cover for the Samsung A05
New plastic back for a damaged A05: how much?
The new cover costs EUR 59, and that is the whole amount. It covers the plastic back for SM-A055F, removing the old cover with every broken piece, cleaning the contact surfaces and a check of the battery. We test cameras and buttons afterwards. The warranty runs for six months, and once you approve the swap the 25 EUR diagnostic check falls away.
Why does my A05 back crack instead of shatter?
Because it is plastic, not glass. Samsung only puts glass on the front of the A05; back and frame are moulded plastic. In a drop the cover does not shatter, but it can tear, break out at the corners or warp. For the repair that is good news: with no glass splinters to clear, the swap is quick, and it costs EUR 59.
Is a camera glass replacement enough if there are splinters over the A05 camera?
If the cover itself is intact, yes. We replace the protective glass over the two lenses on its own for EUR 35, and the plastic back simply stays on. Only when the break reaches into the cover, for instance around the camera opening, does the new back cover for EUR 59 come on top. We tell you what your A05 needs before we touch it.
Can I keep making calls with a broken back on my A05?
In the short term yes, the electronics are usually undamaged. Through gaps in the plastic, however, dust and moisture get into the phone, and the A05 has no IP rating to keep them out. Sharp broken edges can damage pockets and fingers. Tape over the spot until your appointment and do not leave the phone out in the rain.
Why is the back of my A05 coming off without a drop?
Nine times out of ten the culprit sits underneath: a lithium battery that has started to swell. As it grows, it pushes the plastic cover up along one edge. Do not clip the cover back down and stop charging the A05. We fit a new battery for EUR 69, and once the bulge is gone the old cover usually sits flat again; if not, a fresh one is EUR 59.
Is the A05 back cover available in light green and silver?
Yes, Samsung sold the A05 in black, silver and light green, and we order the back cover in your phone's colour. Rarer colours can take a few days longer to arrive. If a colour is not available, we tell you before the repair and you decide for yourself whether to wait.
How quickly is the new back cover on the A05?
The back itself is replaced in about an hour; most of that time goes into getting broken pieces out of the housing and testing everything. If we collect the A05 in Vienna, it is usually back the next working day. If your colour is not in stock right now, it can take a few days longer, and you know the date beforehand.
Does the new plastic back on the A05 keep the rain out?
Splashes and drizzle yes, but the A05 never coped with more than that even when new: Samsung states no IP rating. The new back sits flush in the frame with no gap and so keeps dust and small drops out. For taking photos by the pool or in the shower, the A05 is no good with either the old or the new cover.
Can I drop off the A05 for a new back cover by appointment?
Gladly, but only by appointment. The booking form has a drop-off option; there you pick a free time slot and hand over the A05 in person in the 22nd district. Anyone who comes without a booking will find nobody there, as we do not run an open workshop. Feel free to bring broken pieces of the old cover, they help with the assessment.
How does the pickup service in Vienna work for an A05 with a broken cover?
Book online, choose address and time window, put the A05 ready, done. We take it with us and bring it back with a new cover to the same address, whichever district you are in. You pay from EUR 17.90 for both trips together, depending on the zone. Please secure loose pieces of the old cover with tape so nothing falls out on the way.
What goes in the box when I send my A05 with a broken back from Innsbruck?
The A05 switched off, without its case and with broken pieces taped down, wrapped in bubble wrap. Loose bits of the old cover can go in a small bag alongside. Everything goes into a sturdy box, not a padded envelope. You receive the shipping instructions after booking online; you pay postage to us, and it comes back insured.
Does everything stay on the phone when the A05 back cover is replaced?
Yes, completely. The cover is purely a housing part and has nothing to do with storage or software. Photos, chats, apps and settings stay unchanged; you neither need to back up nor reset the A05. A backup never hurts, though, especially if the phone may have taken a knock inside during the drop.
Is it covered if the new A05 back cover creaks after a few weeks?
Yes. We give six months of warranty on the cover and fitting. If it creaks, sticks out at an edge or does not sit flush, we fix it at no cost. A new drop is not included, nor is a battery that only swells later. We look at the battery during the swap anyway and warn you if it is already showing signs.
Broken cover on the A05: will a case not do the job instead?
A case hides the break but does not close it. Dust and moisture keep getting into the phone through open spots, and sharp edges remain. For EUR 59 the A05 is sealed again and looks tidy, which also helps if you sell it later. If the phone is otherwise at the end of its life, we tell you openly when the spend no longer adds up.
What should I do if rain got in through the broken back of my A05?
Save the phone first, then the cover. Switch the A05 off and do not charge it: with the back open, water hits battery and board unimpeded. We do not dry anything with heat; instead we clean the phone in a bath for about 48 hours and then look for corrosion. Water damage treatment costs from EUR 49, and the new cover adds EUR 59.
A new back cover for your Galaxy A05 – appointment in Vienna
EUR 59 fixed price, usually about an hour, six-month warranty. Diagnostic check 25 EUR, waived on repair.