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Appliance Repair services

Specialty Trades · 18 local pros listed · Updated Jul 9, 2026

An appliance-repair technician fixes refrigerators, washers, dryers, ovens, and dishwashers in your home.

What appliance repair covers

  • Refrigerators and freezers
  • Washers and dryers
  • Ovens and ranges
  • Dishwashers
  • All major brands

Typical appliance repair costs in the U.S.

Typical U.S. planning estimates — not quotes. Actual prices depend on scope, materials, access, and your local market. Always get an itemized quote before hiring.

Job Typical range Unit
Diagnostic call $70–$150 per visit
Common repair (parts + labor) $150–$400 per job
Sealed-system fridge repair $300–$700 per job
Dryer belt / element $150–$350 per job

How hiring works

  1. 1

    Describe the job

    Send photos and measurements so the pro can gauge scope and materials.

  2. 2

    Estimate

    You get a price for parts and labor, plus lead time on any ordered materials.

  3. 3

    Scheduled work

    The specialist completes the job with the right tools and code knowledge.

  4. 4

    Warranty and cleanup

    Reputable trades warranty their work and leave the site clean.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Repairing a 12+ year old unit that's cheaper to replace
  • Not asking if the diagnostic fee applies to the repair
  • Skipping the brand-authorized tech on a warranty unit

Licensing & how it compares

Do I need a licensed pro for appliance repair?

Appliance Repair is often unlicensed, so insurance, references, and a clear written scope matter even more than a license number.

Appliance Repair vs. Concrete

Appliance Repair and Concrete are both specialty trades trades but solve different problems — book the one that matches your job, or a general contractor if the project spans both.

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Appliance Repair by city

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Questions & answers about appliance repair

QWhat does appliance repair work include?

AAn appliance-repair technician fixes refrigerators, washers, dryers, ovens, and dishwashers in your home. Common jobs: refrigerators and freezers, washers and dryers, ovens and ranges, dishwashers.

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QWhat's the most common appliance repair hiring mistake?

ARepairing a 12+ year old unit that's cheaper to replace Comparing a few verified pros before you commit avoids most of it.

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QDo I need a licensed appliance repair pro?

AAppliance Repair is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope. Profiles here still show any license and insurance records on file.

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QHow much does appliance repair work cost?

ATypical appliance repair jobs in the U.S. run from about $70 to $700 depending on the work and materials — for example, diagnostic call runs $70–$150 per visit. These are planning estimates, not quotes.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does appliance repair work cost?

Typical appliance repair jobs in the U.S. run from about $70 to $700 depending on the specific work, materials, and your local market. See the price table on this page for a breakdown by job type. These are planning estimates, not quotes — get an itemized quote before hiring.

Do I need a licensed appliance repair pro?

Not always — this trade is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope.

What's included in appliance repair work?

An appliance-repair technician fixes refrigerators, washers, dryers, ovens, and dishwashers in your home. Common jobs include refrigerators and freezers, washers and dryers, ovens and ranges, dishwashers.

What does appliance repair work include?

An appliance-repair technician fixes refrigerators, washers, dryers, ovens, and dishwashers in your home. Common jobs: refrigerators and freezers, washers and dryers, ovens and ranges, dishwashers.

What's the most common appliance repair hiring mistake?

Repairing a 12+ year old unit that's cheaper to replace Comparing a few verified pros before you commit avoids most of it.

Do I need a licensed appliance repair pro?

Appliance Repair is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope. Profiles here still show any license and insurance records on file.

How much does appliance repair work cost?

Typical appliance repair jobs in the U.S. run from about $70 to $700 depending on the work and materials — for example, diagnostic call runs $70–$150 per visit. These are planning estimates, not quotes.

Last updated July 9, 2026. Prices are typical U.S. planning estimates, reviewed by the KnownPros editorial team.