Arbor Mac Chicago734-454-0000
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Mac & MacBook Tech Support & Diagnostics in Downtown Chicago

Stuck on an unsupported macOS version, spinning beachballs, failed system updates, or migrating to a new Mac? We provide comprehensive Apple hardware and software tech support—from OpenCore Legacy Patcher (OCLP) installs on vintage Macs to high-speed NVMe SSD upgrades, thermal paste refreshes, malware cleanup, and remote phone troubleshooting.

Walk-Ins Welcome Daily 12–10pm • Suite 312

Estimated Pricing

$95 to $250 (Software & Hardware Tech Support)

Turnaround Time

Same-Day / 24–48 Hours

Software configurations and SSD upgrades are performed on-site at our Willoughby Tower repair lab across from Millennium Park. For phone or video consultations, remote troubleshooting is available at $2/minute.
Notice on Estimates & Timelines: All turnaround times and rates are typical averages and not strict guarantees; actual timeframes may vary depending on data volume, backup speeds, and machine complexity.

Model & Series Pricing Breakdown

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Limited Lifetime Warranty
Device SeriesModels SupportedPrice
OpenCore Legacy Patcher (OCLP) Install & Configuration
Vintage MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac mini (2012–2017)
$120 – $180Select →
High-Speed NVMe SSD Upgrade & macOS Clone
MacBook Pro Retina & Air (2013–2017), iMac (2012–2019), Mac mini
$185 plus hardwareSelect →
macOS Reinstall, Clean System Setup & Data Migration
All Intel & Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Mac models
$95 – $150Select →
Heatsink Thermal Paste Refresh & Fan Dust Cleanout
Thermal throttling Intel MacBook Pro, Air & iMac models
$95 – $140Select →
Remote Phone & FaceTime Tech Troubleshooting
Direct technician diagnostic consultation over phone or video
$2 / minuteSelect →
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View All 30 Individual Models, Years & A-Number IdentifiersExact model-by-model Chicago pricing & Apple A-number / EMC hardware compatibility lookup
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Exact Device Model & YearApple Model Number (A-Number / EMC)Live Price
MacBook Air 13.6" (M4)
Released: 2025
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A3240 • EMC 8809
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 15.3" (M4)
Released: 2025
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A3241 • EMC 8810
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 13.6" (M3)
Released: 2024
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A3113 • EMC 8611
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 15.3" (M3)
Released: 2024
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A3114 • EMC 8612
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 15.3" (M2)
Released: 2023
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2941 • EMC 8301
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 13.6" (M2)
Released: 2022
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2681 • EMC 4074
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 13.3" (M1)
Released: 2020
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2337 • EMC 3598
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 13.3" Retina Intel (2020)
Released: 2020
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2179 • EMC 3302
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 13.3" Retina Intel (2018–2019)
Released: 2018–2019
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1932 • EMC 3184
$95 – $185
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MacBook Air 13.3" Non-Retina (2013–2017)
Released: 2013–2017
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1466 • EMC 2632 / 2925 / 3178
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 14" (M4 / M4 Pro / M4 Max)
Released: 2024
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A3112 / A3401 / A3185 • EMC 8613 / 8890 / 8891
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Pro / M4 Max)
Released: 2024
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A3403 / A3186 • EMC 8892 / 8893
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 14" (M3 / M3 Pro / M3 Max)
Released: 2023
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2918 / A2992 • EMC 8304 / 8407
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 16" (M3 Pro / M3 Max)
Released: 2023
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2991 • EMC 8408
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 14" (M2 Pro / M2 Max)
Released: 2023
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2779 • EMC 8102
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 16" (M2 Pro / M2 Max)
Released: 2023
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2780 • EMC 8103
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 14" (M1 Pro / M1 Max)
Released: 2021
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2442 • EMC 3650
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 16" (M1 Pro / M1 Max)
Released: 2021
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2485 • EMC 3651
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Touch Bar (M1 / M2)
Released: 2020 / 2022
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2338 • EMC 3578 / 8162
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 16" Intel Touch Bar
Released: 2019
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2141 • EMC 3347
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Intel 4-Port USB-C
Released: 2020
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2251 • EMC 3348
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Intel 2-Port USB-C
Released: 2020
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2289 • EMC 3456
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Intel Touch Bar (2019)
Released: 2019
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A2159 • EMC 3301
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 15.4" Intel Touch Bar (2018–2019)
Released: 2018–2019
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1990 • EMC 3215 / 3359
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Intel Touch Bar (2018–2019)
Released: 2018–2019
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1989 • EMC 3214 / 3358
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 15.4" Intel Touch Bar (2016–2017)
Released: 2016–2017
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1707 • EMC 3072 / 3162
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Intel Touch Bar (2016–2017)
Released: 2016–2017
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1706 • EMC 3071 / 3163
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Intel Function Keys (2016–2017)
Released: 2016–2017
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1708 • EMC 2978 / 3164
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 15.4" Retina Intel (2013–2015)
Released: 2013–2015
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1398 • EMC 2674 / 2876 / 2909
$95 – $185
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MacBook Pro 13.3" Retina Intel (2013–2015)
Released: 2013–2015
Turnaround: Same-Day / 24 Hours
A1502 • EMC 2678 / 2875 / 2835
$95 – $185
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Historic Willoughby Tower entrance at 8 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, location of Arbor Mac Repair

How It Works

Getting your device repaired is quick and simple.

1

Contact us 24/7

Call/Text: 734-454-0000
Email: hello@arbormacrepair.com
Or try our Online Booking Link
*Texts are always answered with priority.*

2

Schedule Your Service

Schedule your appointment in-office or on-site.
Meet your technician or come to our downtown office at:
8 S Michigan Ave, Suite 312, Chicago, IL 60603
3rd Floor of the Willoughby Tower

3

Fast Turnaround & Delivery

Your device is promptly diagnosed and fixed in under an hour on average! Return to work or exploring downtown Chicago hassle-free.

400+ 5 Star Reviews on Google

Quick, quality service at an unbeatable price makes Arbor Mac a local maverick, facing down larger franchises with no issue. Everyone likes an underdog.

★★★★★

"Great service, low cost, doesn't try to sell you something you don't need. Very accommodating and will come to you if you wish. VERY happy with my iPhone 8 repair, done in about 15 minutes."

— Lauren M. (Google Review)

★★★★★

"Top notch customer care. This company went out of their way to help a retired veteran with a cracked screen... Jack ordered the necessary parts, drove to a neighboring city, and completed the repair within 30 hours."

— BC Wells (Google Review)

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"Very happy with my cracked cell phone repair. I called in the morning and he met me at a coffee shop near my house in the afternoon. Repair was done in less than 10 minutes."

— Evelyn D. (Google Review)

Our Location, Hours, & Service Area

Cloud Gate 'The Bean' at Millennium Park, steps from Arbor Mac Repair in the Chicago Loop

Visit us downtown Chicago for a walk-in or appointment:
8 S Michigan Ave, #312, Chicago, IL 60603
3rd Floor of the Willoughby Tower (Across from Millennium Park & the 'Bean')

Walk-ins: Mon-Sun 12pm – 10pm

Appointments: Mon-Sun 12pm – 12am

Emergency & Concierge: 24/7 (In-office and on-site within and near the Loop. You do not have to leave your hotel or workplace, we can come to you.)

Lobby Check-In: Enter Willoughby Tower at 8 S Michigan Ave, check in briefly with the lobby security guard for Suite 312 (Arbor Mac), and take the elevators to the 3rd Floor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about mac tech support & upgrades and our shop policies.

What is included in your $120–$180 OpenCore Legacy Patcher (OCLP) installation service?

We verify your 2012–2017 Mac's hardware compatibility, build a custom OpenCore EFI bootloader on your internal drive, install a modern supported macOS (such as Sonoma or Sequoia), and apply all Post-Install Root Patches for Metal graphics acceleration, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth (24–48 hours average turnaround). For a full technical walkthrough, read our OpenCore Legacy Patcher (OCLP) Step-by-Step Guide.

How much does an NVMe SSD upgrade or thermal paste cleanout cost?

Our high-speed NVMe SSD upgrade and macOS setup is $185 plus hardware (the cost of the drive itself), completed same-day or within 24 hours. We also offer internal fan dust cleanouts and Arctic MX-6 heatsink thermal paste replacement for $95–$140 (1–2 hours average) to stop older Intel Macs from running hot.

Do you need my Mac password for tech support, and will my files be safe?

For OS upgrades, data migrations ($95–$150), and OCLP root driver patching, an administrator login (or temporary account) is required to configure macOS. We never browse personal files, and we always recommend or perform a full Time Machine or APFS clone backup before major OS upgrades.

How does your $2/minute remote phone and FaceTime tech support work?

If you don't want to bring your Mac downtown for a software issue, configuration question, or troubleshooting step, you can call or FaceTime directly with a technician on demand for $2 per minute—paying only for the exact time needed to solve your problem.

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