PlayStation 3 Yellow Light of Death (YLOD) Repair – All Models Supported

Are you facing the dreaded Yellow Light of Death (YLOD) on your PlayStation 3, and now your console won't turn on or stay powered? Creative IT, a trusted London-based console repair specialist, provides expert PS3 YLOD repair services for all models – including the Original (Phat), PS3 Slim, and PS3 Super Slim.

With over 20 years of experience and thousands of successful console repairs completed, our trained engineers can restore your console back to working condition—whether it's for casual gaming, Blu-ray playback, or retro game libraries. We offer affordable, fast, and reliable PS3 hardware support across London and throughout the UK.

We Repair All PlayStation 3 Models

We offer full repair coverage for the following PS3 consoles:

• PlayStation 3 Original (Phat) – Models: CECHAxx, CECHBxx, CECHCxx, CECHExx, CECHGxx, CECHHxx, CECHJxx, CECHKxx, CECHLxx, CECHMxx, CECHPxx, CECHQxx
• PlayStation 3 Slim – Models: CECH-20xx, CECH-21xx, CECH-25xx, CECH-30xx
• PlayStation 3 Super Slim – Models: CECH-40xx series

No matter which version of the PS3 you own, our specialists have the tools and experience to identify and fix YLOD symptoms, system board faults, GPU issues, and overheating damage.

What Causes the Yellow Light of Death on PS3?

The Yellow Light of Death is typically a hardware failure caused by GPU or CPU solder cracks due to overheating and thermal fatigue. The system will flash a yellow light and shut off unexpectedly, often after a brief red blink. This issue is most common in the original (Phat) models but can also affect later versions over time.

At Creative IT, we use advanced BGA rework stations for reflow or reballing the GPU or CPU, restoring motherboard integrity and functionality with precision tools and expert care.

Why Choose Creative IT for PS3 YLOD Repairs?

• Professional console diagnostics and hardware testing
• Component-level PS3 motherboard repair (not just replacement)
• Reflow and reballing using professional BGA equipment
• Genuine PS3 parts in stock for fast replacements
• Same-day or next-day service in London (subject to availability)
• UK-wide mail-in PlayStation 3 repair services available

Contact Creative IT for Expert PS3 Yellow Light of Death Repairs

Don’t let the YLOD error keep you from enjoying your PS3 library. Call Creative IT on 020 7237 6805 or email us at info@creativeit.tv to book your repair. We’re open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 18:00. Whether you visit our Central London repair centre or use our secure courier service, we’re here to help.