Flat-rate pricing
Appliance Repair Cost Guide
What a completed repair actually costs, by appliance and by market tier, plus the arithmetic for deciding whether to repair or replace. Every figure includes parts and labor.
How much does appliance repair cost?
Completed repairs typically run $95 to $520 including parts and labor, depending on the appliance and the component that failed. A service call of $69 to $89 covers the diagnosis and is waived when you approve the repair. Call (844) 578-2720 for your band.
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How flat-rate pricing works
We quote flat rate, not hourly. That matters because an hourly meter rewards a slow job and leaves you carrying the risk if the repair turns out to be awkward. A flat price covering parts and labor is agreed before any work begins, and it does not move afterwards.
The service call covers travel to your address and the diagnosis itself. It is waived the moment you approve the repair, so an approved job costs only the quoted repair price. If you decide not to proceed, or the technician concludes the appliance is beyond economic repair, you pay the service call and nothing further.
Nothing is dismantled before you have agreed the number. That sequence is the whole point: diagnosis, then price, then your decision, then work.
Major metro pricing
Cities with 50 or more ZIP codes in our coverage, such as Houston, Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City.
| Repair | Typical range | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Service call and diagnosis | $89 | |
| Refrigerator repair | $180 to $520 | |
| Washing machine repair | $160 to $460 | |
| Dryer repair | $150 to $430 | |
| Oven and range repair | $170 to $480 | |
| Dishwasher repair | $155 to $440 |
Typical completed-repair ranges including parts and labor; your technician confirms the exact price on site before any work begins.
Mid-size city pricing
Cities with 20 to 49 ZIP codes in our coverage, such as Pensacola, Syracuse, Peoria and Amarillo.
| Repair | Typical range | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Service call and diagnosis | $79 | |
| Refrigerator repair | $160 to $450 | |
| Washing machine repair | $140 to $400 | |
| Dryer repair | $130 to $380 | |
| Oven and range repair | $150 to $420 | |
| Dishwasher repair | $135 to $390 |
Typical completed-repair ranges including parts and labor; your technician confirms the exact price on site before any work begins.
Smaller city pricing
Cities with fewer than 20 ZIP codes in our coverage, such as Great Neck, Carol Stream, Decatur and Tyler.
| Repair | Typical range | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Service call and diagnosis | $69 | |
| Refrigerator repair | $140 to $400 | |
| Washing machine repair | $120 to $360 | |
| Dryer repair | $115 to $340 | |
| Oven and range repair | $130 to $380 | |
| Dishwasher repair | $120 to $350 |
Typical completed-repair ranges including parts and labor; your technician confirms the exact price on site before any work begins.
Repair or replace, by appliance
Two tests decide this. First, does the repair quote exceed half the price of a comparable new unit? Second, is the appliance past about two thirds of its expected service life? If both are true, replace it. If neither is, repair it. If one is, the running cost of the old unit usually breaks the tie.
| Appliance | Typical service life | Replace rather than repair when |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | 10 to 15 years | Sealed-system or compressor fault past about year twelve |
| Freezer | 12 to 16 years | Sealed-system work past about year twelve |
| Washing machine | 10 to 13 years | Drum bearing, outer tub or transmission past year eleven |
| Dryer | 10 to 13 years | Motor or cracked drum past year twelve |
| Range or oven | 13 to 15 years | Control board on a freestanding range past year twelve |
| Dishwasher | 9 to 12 years | Circulation motor or corroded tub past year nine |
| Microwave, over-range | 8 to 11 years | Magnetron on a basic countertop unit, at any age |
| Garbage disposal | 8 to 12 years | Failed motor or a leak from the body itself |
Service life figures are general industry guidance and vary considerably with usage, water hardness, ambient temperature and maintenance. Typical completed-repair ranges including parts and labor; your technician confirms the exact price on site before any work begins.
Running cost as a tiebreaker
Efficiency has improved enough that it belongs in the decision. A refrigerator from the mid-2000s can use roughly twice the electricity of a current model of the same size, and the same broad pattern applies to dishwashers and washing machines. Replacing a failing older unit therefore recovers part of the price difference over several years.
Independent efficiency and replacement guidance: ENERGY STAR appliance guidance (opens in a new tab) , Energy.gov energy saving guidance (opens in a new tab) , FTC Energy Labeling Rule (opens in a new tab) and FTC Consumer Advice (opens in a new tab) .
Cost by appliance
Pricing in your state
Pricing in major cities
Appliance repair cost, common questions
How much does appliance repair cost on average?
Completed repairs typically run $95 to $520 including parts and labor, depending on the appliance, the component that failed and your local market. A service call of $69 to $89 covers the diagnosis and is waived once you approve the repair. The flat price is confirmed on site first.
What is a service call and is it refundable?
The service call covers travel to your address and the on-site diagnosis. It ranges from $69 to $89 by market. It is waived entirely once you approve the repair, so an approved job costs only the quoted repair price. Decline the repair and you pay the service call alone.
Why does the price vary by city?
Labor rates and part logistics differ by market. Major metros sit at the top of each band, mid-size cities in the middle and smaller cities at the bottom. Every city page on this site shows the tier that applies to that specific market rather than a national average.
When should I replace instead of repair?
Two tests. If the repair quote exceeds half the price of a comparable new unit, replacing usually wins. If the appliance is past about two thirds of its expected service life and the fault is a major component, replace it. A diagnosis gives you both numbers before you decide.
Is flat-rate pricing better than hourly?
For you, yes. An hourly meter rewards a slow job and leaves you exposed if the repair turns awkward. A flat price covering parts and labor is agreed before work starts and does not move, so the risk of a job running long sits with us rather than with you.
Do you charge more for premium or built-in appliances?
The labor schedule is the same, but brand-specific parts for built-in refrigeration, wall ovens and pro-style ranges cost more and can carry longer lead times. Those repairs can sit above the standard band, and the technician tells you so on site before you commit to anything.
Will running costs change my decision?
Sometimes. A refrigerator from the mid-2000s can use roughly twice the electricity of a current model of the same size, so replacing a failing older unit recovers part of the difference over several years. Weigh that against the repair quote rather than treating it separately.
Can you quote me over the phone?
We can give you the band for your appliance and city, which is published on this site. We will not quote a firm figure blind, because the same symptom can mean a $20 sensor or a sealed-system failure. The flat price follows the on-site diagnosis.
Urgent fault? Say so when you call.
Actively leaking appliances, thawing freezers and anything producing a burning smell are moved ahead of routine bookings wherever a technician is working nearby. Tell the dispatcher what is happening and how long it has been happening, and you will be triaged accordingly.
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