If your laptop is running hotter than usual or making an unusual amount of fan noise, it could be a silent cry for help — and failing thermal paste might be the culprit. Thermal paste plays a vital role in transferring heat from your CPU to the cooling system. Over time, this paste can dry out or degrade, leading to serious performance issues.
Here are the top 5 signs that your laptop’s thermal paste might need replacing:
1. Overheating, Even When Idle
Is your laptop getting hot while you're just browsing the web or watching YouTube? This could mean the thermal paste is no longer doing its job, forcing your CPU to work in dangerous temperature zones.
2. Loud, Constant Fan Noise
When your fans are always spinning at high speed, it’s a sign your laptop is trying hard to stay cool — usually because the thermal transfer is compromised. This is often due to aged or improperly applied thermal paste.
3. Sudden Shutdowns or Restarts
Laptops are built with thermal protection. If yours shuts off randomly during tasks, it's likely due to overheating — which again points to faulty thermal paste.
4. Throttled Performance
If your device feels slower than usual during everyday tasks, thermal throttling may be kicking in to protect your CPU. This is a common sign that heat isn't being efficiently managed anymore.
5. It's Been Over 2 Years Since Your Last Service
Thermal paste isn't designed to last forever. On average, it should be replaced every 2–3 years for optimal performance, especially in laptops used for gaming or content creation.
💡 Why Choose Moe Repair for Thermal Paste Replacement?
At Moe Repair in Coquitlam, we don’t just reapply paste — we use premium thermal compounds, conduct a full internal inspection, and clean your cooling system to maximize performance and lifespan. Our team treats every laptop like it’s our own, whether you’re a casual user or a hardcore gamer.
✅ Affordable pricing
✅ Fast turnaround
✅ Trusted by hundreds across Coquitlam and Burnaby
Don’t wait until your system burns out. Visit Moe Repair today or call us at 778-951-4872 to book a professional thermal paste replacement.
📍 Find us at: www.moerepair.ca