Appliance Repair Cost: How Our Pricing Works
An appliance repair visit from Bay Appliance Repair starts with a $219 service call, and the service call is free if you go with the repair. After the diagnosis you get the exact repair price before any work starts, with no hidden fees.
Before you book a repair, you want to know what it will cost. Here is how pricing works at Bay Appliance Repair for homes and rentals across the San Francisco Bay Area, in plain terms.
Licensed & insured · EPA certified · Trusted by 30+ property managers · California BEAR #46247 · Residential repair only
How much is the service call?
Every visit starts with a service call. A technician comes to your home, checks the appliance and finds the cause of the problem. The service call is $219.
Call (415) 585-5900 or book online
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · $219 service call, free if you go with the repair · 90-day parts and labor on qualifying repairs
Is the service call free if I go with the repair?
If you decide to go with the repair we recommend, the service call is free. You pay for the repair, not for the visit on top of it. If you decide not to repair, the $219 service call is the only charge.
You get the exact price before any work starts
We don’t guess and we don’t start the clock. After the diagnosis, the technician gives you the exact price for the repair before any work begins. You decide whether to go with the repair. There are no hidden fees, and nothing gets added once you’ve said yes.
Why can’t you quote an exact price before seeing the appliance?
The cost of a repair depends on the appliance, the model and the part it needs. A refrigerator that needs a door gasket and one that needs a control board are very different jobs, even on the same brand. The “from” prices below are where each repair starts, so you know the ballpark before you book. Your exact price comes after the technician finds the problem, and you get it before any work starts. If you go ahead with the repair, the $219 service call is free.
Do coupons or the senior discount apply to the service call?
Our current coupons and senior discount apply to the repair only. They don’t apply to the $219 service call. Mention the coupon or discount when you book so it can be noted on your appointment.
| Situation | What you pay |
|---|---|
| You go with the repair | The repair price only. The $219 service call is free. |
| You decide not to repair | The $219 service call only |
| You have a $25 coupon or the senior discount | Taken off the repair price, not the service call |
2026 starting prices
These are "from" prices and include parts and labor. Your final price depends on the model and the part, and you get it in writing before we start. Fridge repairs start at $250, and most other appliances start at $275.
Refrigerator repair
| Repair | From |
|---|---|
| Door gasket | $250 |
| Start relay | $265 |
| Evaporator fan motor | $285 |
| Thermostat | $295 |
| Ice maker | $295 |
| Control board | $350 |
Built-in and high-end refrigerators
| Brand / type | From |
|---|---|
| Miele | $445 |
| Viking | $450 |
| Thermador | $495 |
| Built-in refrigerators | $500 |
| Sub-Zero | $555 |
High-end and built-in units cost more mostly because of the parts, and because the work often means pulling a heavy unit out of a cabinet opening. Our technicians are factory trained on Sub-Zero, Viking, Thermador and Miele.
Other appliances
| Appliance | Typical repair from |
|---|---|
| Washer | $275 |
| Dryer | $275 |
| Dishwasher | $275 |
| Oven / range / cooktop | $275 |
| Microwave | $250 |
| Wine cooler | $250 |
| Ice maker (built-in or under-counter) | $275 |
Small repairs, and when to replace
A small repair is one part and a quick swap: a door gasket, a relay, a fan motor. Most of these start at $250 to $275.
When a big repair costs close to what a new appliance would, we’ll tell you. Sometimes replacing makes more sense, and it’s your call.
What you get with the repair
- OEM parts
- 90-day parts and labor on qualifying repairs
- Background-checked, insured technicians; EPA 608 certified for sealed-system work
- A licensed business: California BEAR #46247
Factory authorized for Dacor, GE (including Café, Monogram and Hotpoint), Speed Queen, Forno, IKEA, Avanti, Summit, LG, Danby and Hisense. Factory trained on all other major brands.
Coupons and discounts
- $25 off a repair
- $25 off for new customers
- 10% off labor for seniors
Coupons and the senior discount come off the repair, not the $219 service call. One coupon per job; coupons can’t be combined.
Payment methods
We accept all major credit cards, check, cash, Zelle and PayPal.
How to keep the cost down
- Have the model number ready. It’s usually on a label inside the fridge door, around the door opening of a dishwasher, or behind the door or lid of a washer or dryer. It helps us bring the right part on the first visit when we can.
- Describe what’s happening. Error codes, noises, leaks and when the problem started all help the diagnosis. Our guides for Samsung refrigerator, LG washer and Bosch dishwasher error codes explain the common ones.
- Try the simple checks first. A tripped breaker, a closed water valve or a clogged filter isn’t a repair. Our troubleshooting pages, like refrigerator not cooling and dishwasher not draining, list the safe things to check.
Call (415) 585-5900 or book online
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · $219 service call, free if you go with the repair · 90-day parts and labor on qualifying repairs
Common questions about cost
Is the $219 service call charged on top of the repair?
No. If you go with the repair, the service call is free. If you decide not to repair, the $219 service call is the only charge.
Can you give me a price over the phone?
We can explain how pricing works, but we can’t give an exact repair price without seeing the appliance. You get the exact price on site, before any work starts.
Do you offer same-day service?
Same-day service is often available. Call early in the day for the best chance. We work Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Arrival windows are 8–12 or 12–5, we can shorten the window on request, and the technician calls or texts when on the way.
Do you work with landlords and property managers?
Yes. More than 30 property management companies use us. See property managers.
Do coupons or the senior discount apply to the $219 service call?
No. Our $25 coupons and the senior discount apply to the repair only, not the service call. Mention the coupon or discount when you book.
What comes with the repair?
Qualifying repairs come with 90 days on parts and labor. We use OEM parts, and our technicians are background-checked, insured and EPA 608 certified (Type I and II).
Why does appliance repair cost more in the San Francisco Bay Area?
Running a repair business here costs more than in most of the country. Wages, insurance, licensing, gas, bridge tolls and parking all add up. A lot of Bay Area kitchens also have built-in and high-end appliances, and their parts cost more. We keep it fair by quoting the exact price up front and not adding anything once you say yes.
How do your prices compare with national chains?
We’re a local company, not a franchise. Prices vary from company to company, so the simplest way to compare is to ask each one the same two things: what the visit costs, and whether that fee comes off the repair. With us, the $219 service call is free if you go ahead with the repair, and you get the exact price before we start.
Do you charge more for Sub-Zero, Viking, Thermador or Miele?
The starting price is higher, mostly because the parts cost more and built-in units take more work to get to. Sub-Zero starts at $555, Viking at $450, Thermador at $495, Miele at $445 and built-ins at $500. You still get the exact price before any work starts.
What payment methods do you accept?
All major credit cards, check, cash, Zelle and PayPal.
Are there hidden fees?
No. You pay the $219 service call if you don’t repair, or the repair price if you do. The price we give you is the price you pay. If we have to order a part, there’s no extra charge for the second visit to install it.
Will my home warranty or insurance cover the repair?
Yes, we work with home warranty companies. Call your warranty company first to open a claim, then let us know when you book. Homeowner’s insurance usually doesn’t cover an appliance that simply wore out. It may cover damage from a covered event like a fire or a flood. Check with your insurance company first.
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Bay Appliance Repair, 140 San Pedro Rd, Daly City, CA 94014 · (415) 585-5900 · BEAR #46247 · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. We come to you; there is no walk-in counter.