My late 2006 MacBook's screen has begun to lightly flicker now and again. What is the cause of this and likely cost to fix?

I just want an idea of what I'm getting myself in for before I take it to the Apple Store. It isn't a complete flash on/off action but is definitely flickering relatively frequently.
Thanks!

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try another cable
- Try on another computer
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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