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All major appliances
Home appliance repair
One call connects you with an independent local technician who repairs major home appliances. Most repairs come down to one failed part, found by testing. This page explains how a visit runs and links to a guide for each appliance.
Calls answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Calls are routed to an independent appliance repair technician. Reviewed .
What technicians replace most across appliances
- Pumps and valves
- Move water in and out of washers, dishwashers and ice makers.
- Fans and motors
- Move air in refrigerators and dryers and turn drums.
- Heating parts
- Elements, igniters and the fuses that protect them.
- Switches and locks
- Door locks and lid switches that must close before an appliance runs.
- Control boards
- Replaced after testing confirms they, and not a sensor, are at fault.
Four checks that solve a surprising number of calls
Power
Check the plug, the breaker and any GFCI outlet that may feed the appliance.
Settings and locks
Control locks, delay start, demo mode and an unset clock all stop appliances working.
Filters
Dishwasher, washer pump, lint and water filters cause many performance complaints.
Model and serial number
Photograph the tag before you call. It lets the technician check parts in advance.
Which appliances are covered
Major kitchen and laundry appliances: refrigerators, freezers, ice makers, dishwashers, ovens, ranges and cooktops, over-the-range microwaves, garbage disposals, washers and dryers. Who you are connected with depends on your area and the appliance.
- Kitchen
- Refrigerators, dishwashers, ovens, cooktops and microwaves.
- Laundry
- Washers, dryers and dryer vents.
- Cold storage
- Freezers, ice makers and wine coolers.
- Business
- Restaurants, laundromats and rental properties. See commercial appliance repair.
Start from the symptom
Each problem page explains what is urgent and what is safe to check.
| What you notice | Usual cause | Usual fix |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator warm | Airflow, defrost or condenser fault | Refrigerator not cooling |
| Washer full of water | Drain filter, hose or pump | Washer not draining |
| Dryer runs cold | Fuse, element or gas igniter, often from a blocked vent | Dryer not heating |
| Dishwasher standing water | Filter, drain hose or pump | Dishwasher not draining |
| Oven will not heat | Element, igniter or sensor | Oven not heating |
| Water on the floor | Hoses, valves and seals | Refrigerator leaking or washer leaking |
Repair, wait or replace?: appliance repair
The repair or replace guide goes through this in detail.
- Act now
Water leaking, gas smell, smoke or burning smell
Shut off the supply or power, and for gas or fire leave and call the utility or 911.
- This week
Food at risk or the only washer in a busy household
Ask for the earliest available visit.
- Plan it
An older appliance needing a major part
Get the diagnosis, then weigh replacement.
How a repair visit works
You call
Describe the appliance, the symptom and the model number. The call is routed to an independent technician who serves your ZIP code.
Diagnosis
The technician confirms the fault by testing and tells you what failed and what the repair involves.
You decide
The repair plan and scheduling are agreed between you and the technician before parts are ordered or fitted.
Repair and test
The part is fitted and the appliance is run to confirm the fix.
What changes a repair
- Appliance and model
- Built-in and high-end models take longer and use costlier parts.
- Parts
- Common parts may be on the van; others need ordering and a second visit.
- Access
- Stacked, built-in and tightly fitted units take longer to reach.
- Warranty
- If the appliance is under a manufacturer warranty, check its terms first. Some require an authorized servicer.
Appliance Repair: common questions
Does Fixwell repair appliances itself?
No. Fixwell Appliance Repair is a referral service. Your call is connected to an independent local appliance repair technician, who diagnoses the fault and does the work.
Which brands are covered?
Most independent technicians work on the major brands sold in the U.S. Tell them the brand and model when you call so they can confirm.
Should I repair or replace an appliance?
It depends on age, the part that failed and the condition of the rest. The repair or replace guide sets out the questions to ask.
What should I have ready when I call?
The appliance type, brand, model and serial number, the symptom, any error code, and whether there is water, gas smell or burning smell.
Need a technician to look at it today?
Call and describe the appliance, the model and what it is doing. You are connected with an independent appliance repair technician who takes urgent work in your area, where one is available.
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Fixwell Appliance Repair is a referral service. Your call goes to an independent appliance repair technician who sets their own schedule. Ask about insurance and the repair warranty before work starts. How this works
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- Your ZIP code
- The appliance, brand and model number
- What is happening, any error code, and whether water or gas is involved
Gas smell, smoke or flames: leave and call 911 or the gas utility first.