Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
What is the average cost of appliance repair?
Appliance repair costs $100 to $300 on average, depending on the service. Appliance repairmen charge $50 to $150 per hour plus materials, and most repairs take one hour. Some appliance repair services have a minimum service fee of $100 to $150.
Appliance repair costs
Refrigerator or freezer $100 – $400
Washing machine $100 – $350
Dryer $100 – $350
Dishwasher $150 – $300
Oven or range $100 – $400
Microwave $100 – $250
Gas grill $150 – $300
New garbage disposal $150 – $400
Who fixes appliances near me?
Appliance repair services and technicians specialize in repairing appliances. Home improvement stores such as Home Depot and Lowe's also repair appliances. Start your search on HomeGuide to get free estimates from home appliance repair shops in your area.
How much does refrigerator repair cost?
Refrigerator repair costs $100 to $400 on average, depending on the parts that require replacing. Common issues include poor cooling, buzzing or clicking sounds, icemaker issues, loud defrost motor, or other strange sounds.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a refrigerator?
Professionals recommend replacing a refrigerator if the cost of repairs is more than half the price of buying a new one. Repairing a refrigerator costs $100 to $400 on average, while a new refrigerator costs $1,000 and $2,000. Built-in refrigerators cost more and are almost always worth repairing.
Is it worth hiring an appliance repairman?
Appliance repair services have the correct parts and tools on hand to ensure their repairs keep your warranty valid. DIY maintenance on home appliances may void the warranties or lead to additional issues. Get free estimates from local home appliance repair pros today.
How to find an appliance repair technician in my area?
Start by searching our list of technicians in your area, then compare reviews and costs. After finding and contacting potential pros:
Get at least three free estimates to compare.
Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
Select companies that are licensed, insured, and certified.
Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
Avoid making payments upfront. Pay after the work is completed.
After asking questions and verifying their credentials, hire the best appliance repair pro in your area.
What questions to ask local appliance repair services?
When hiring a technician, ask them the following questions:
How long have you been in business?
How many similar projects have you completed?
Are you licensed, insured, and bonded?
Do you specialize in specific appliances?
Can you provide testimonials and references from past customers?
Are there any potential complications you foresee with this project?
How long will the job take?
Do you offer a written guarantee?
How much do you charge?
What payment options do you accept?
What do I need to provide to get started?
Reviews for San Antonio appliance repairers
Recent success stories from people in the San Antonio area.
Rebecca A.
Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Selina and her team have been helping us for a few years now and are an essential part of our life as a busy messy family! They are always on time, hard working, conscientious and affordable. We look forward to their visits as it feels like a new home every time they leave!
Sharron's Cleaning Services
Desiree L.
I appreciated Tony's workmanship. He was super friendly and gave me a good price on electrical work I needed done while he was here he saw I had some holes in the walls and ceilings from my kids and said he does drywall too! So he was able to fix everything at a reasonable price! Thank you so much!
Sbc Services
Ric S.
Richard did an excellent job on repairing my riding mower. He diagnosed the problem quickly and fixed it. I found his price was fair and I will call on him for future issues. I highly recommend him if you have mower problems.
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