In 2026, NYC’s unpredictable weather and street puddles make water damage one of the most common repair calls. Week 5 of our program covers water damage repair in detail — from immediate actions to PCB-level awareness so you can save scooters (and charge premium rates).
Why Water Damage Happens & Risks Splashes, rain rides, or submersion short circuits controllers, motors, displays, and throttles. Corrosion spreads fast. In severe cases, it triggers battery fires — a major NYC safety concern.
Step-by-Step Emergency Repair Process
Prevention Tips for Shops & Riders Seal deck openings with silicone, advise customers on puddle avoidance, offer waterproofing upgrades as add-on service.
Pro Tip Many water-damaged scooters are 99% fixable if acted on quickly — turning a “dead” unit into a $200–$500 repair job.
Master advanced repairs like water damage in just 8 weeks. Only 8 seats left in our next NYC cohort — enroll now and start fixing (and profiting) like a pro.