If you have a remote control that has stopped working properly, don’t rush to throw it away or buy a new one.
There are surprising homemade solutions that can bring it back to life without having to spend money on expensive repairs.
Why does a remote control break?
Remote controls can stop working for a variety of reasons, including:
- Accumulation of dirt and dust on the buttons and inside the device.
- Corrosion of contacts due to leaks from old batteries.
- Button wear after prolonged use.
- Problems with infrared sensors , preventing correct signal transmission.
- Discharged or poor quality batteries reduce control efficiency.
Another homemade way to fix a TV remote control
If the Gillette razor trick doesn’t fix the problem, there’s another home method you can try: cleaning the remote’s internal contacts .
Materials needed:
This method is effective when dirt and dust affect the response of the buttons:
- Isopropyl alcohol
- A cotton swab or soft cloth
- A small screwdriver (to open the remote if necessary)
Procedure:
1. Remove the batteries from the remote control to avoid short circuits.
2. Disassemble the remote with a screwdriver if possible, or simply open the button cover.
3. Clean the contacts and buttons with a cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
4. Dry completely before reassembling the controller.
5. Put the batteries in and test if the remote works better.
