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Home Services · Updated 2026-10-03

Appliance Repair near you: costs, licensing & how to hire

Fridges, washers, dryers, dishwashers and ovens — a repair that often beats buying new. Below: what appliance repair techs do, what they cost, how to check a license, and the questions to ask before you hire.

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What appliance repair techs do

The jobs people hire appliance repair techs for most.

Refrigerators and freezers

Not cooling, leaks, ice makers and noisy compressors.

Washers and dryers

Won't spin, won't drain, no heat and dryer vent cleaning.

Dishwashers

Not cleaning, not draining and leaks.

Ovens and ranges

Burners, igniters, thermostats and controls.

Microwaves and small appliances

Built-in microwaves and range hoods.

Repair-or-replace advice

An honest look at whether a fix is worth it.

How much do appliance repair techs cost?

Typical national price ranges. Prices in your town will vary, so always get a written quote.

Job	Typical price	Notes
Typical repair	$100 – $400
Service call fee	$70 – $130	Labor about $50–$125 per hour
Refrigerator repair	$125 – $500
Washer / dryer / dishwasher	$100 – $400	Washer $100–$400; dryer and dishwasher $100–$300

Source: HomeGuide appliance repair costs (2025). Checked 2026-10-03.

Does an appliance repair tech need a license?

Few states license appliance repair. California requires anyone who repairs major home appliances to register as a service dealer. Federal EPA rules require Section 608 certification for any tech who works on equipment that holds refrigerant, like refrigerators, freezers and window AC units.

Sources: California electronic and appliance repair rules (BHGS) · Section 608 technician certification (EPA)

Good to know

Think about replacing instead of repairing when an appliance is over about 10 years old or the repair is more than half the price of a new one (HomeGuide).
About 2,900 clothes dryer fires happen in U.S. homes each year; not cleaning the dryer is the leading cause (U.S. Fire Administration).

Questions to ask an appliance repair tech before you hire

Ask these on the phone or at the estimate. A good pro answers every one without dodging.

What's the service call fee, and does it go toward the repair?
Will I get a written estimate before you start?
Are the parts original (OEM) or aftermarket? What's the warranty?
Do you work on my brand? Are you EPA 608 certified for refrigerant work?
At this age, is it worth repairing, or should I replace it?

Red flags to watch for

Warning signs from consumer protection agencies and trade groups.

No written estimate, or a bill higher than the estimate without your OK. Source
They won't give back old parts or an itemized bill. Source
They say your warranty is void because you used an independent shop. Federal law generally bars that. Source
They work on refrigerant without EPA 608 certification. Source

If you get scammed, report it to your state attorney general's consumer protection office and at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Find appliance repair techs by state

Pick your state, then your town, to see appliance repair techs near you.

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Common questions about hiring appliance repair techs

How much does appliance repair cost?

Most repairs cost $100 to $400. Expect a service call fee of about $70 to $130, which many techs credit toward the repair.

Should I repair or replace my appliance?

If it's over about 10 years old or the repair is more than half the cost of a new one, replacing may make more sense.

Will using an independent repair shop void my warranty?

Generally no. Under federal law, a company usually can't void your warranty just because you used an independent shop or aftermarket parts.

Do appliance techs need a license?

Only in a few states, like California. Anyone working on refrigerant must have EPA Section 608 certification.

How often should I clean my dryer vent?

Clean the lint screen every load and have the vent cleaned regularly. Lint buildup is the leading cause of dryer fires.

Sources

Last checked 2026-10-03. Great Local Pros is a directory; we don't do the work or guarantee it. Terms.