Who Do I Hire to Repair a Refrigerator?
The right trade for this job, what it typically costs in Florida, and how to describe the work so quotes come back accurate.
Short answer: hire a licensed appliance repair tech. Cooling loss with a running compressor is usually airflow, defrost, or a sealed-system issue; the diagnosis determines whether repair is even worth it.
Why this is the right trade
Appliance repair itself is not a licensed trade in Florida, but any new gas line or dedicated circuit must be done by a licensed plumber or electrician.
Getting the trade right on the first call saves you a wasted service fee and, more often, a second week of waiting.
What it usually costs
| What it costs | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic visit | $75 – $130 |
| Refrigerator repair | $200 – $650 |
| Washer or dryer repair | $150 – $450 |
| Oven or range repair | $180 – $550 |
How to describe the job so quotes are accurate
- Take three photos: wide, close, and the model or label plate if there is one.
- Say when the problem started and whether it is getting worse.
- Note anything you already tried, so nobody bills you to repeat it.
- Mention access: gate codes, stairs, elevator reservations, or pets.
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Post a projectSigns you called the right pro
- They ask about refrigerator running constantly but drifting warm.
- They ask about washer that stops mid-cycle or will not drain.
- They ask about oven that reads the set temperature but bakes unevenly.
Red flags
- a technician who will not tell you the part number before ordering
- repair estimates above half the price of a new comparable unit
Same-week service is normal; special-order parts add three to ten days.
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