HP 2000 Notebook PC Right Hinge Is Loose

A little over a year ago I purchased a HP 2000 Notebook PC.
Over the course of a few months I noticed a subtle popping or cracking noise whenever I opened my laptop. I didn't make much of it at the time, but now it's starting to become more noticable. What more I have also realized that the right hinge of my laptop cover is loose, which I believe is the sorce of the popping whenever I open my laptop screen.
I'm concerned in the event that the hinge breaks completely. To make matters worse I know my warranty expired earlier this year, but this issue came up before and it only just recently started coming to my attention that it might become a problem later down the line. My laptop is my livelihood and I can't live or do my work without it.
Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.
Thank you, and let me know if you need more information.

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