{"id":335,"date":"2021-11-12T17:59:37","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T17:59:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/?page_id=335"},"modified":"2024-03-19T16:07:17","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T16:07:17","slug":"pricing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/pricing\/","title":{"rendered":"Price of Appliance Repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When a household appliance suddenly stops working, it can be very frustrating. However, having your appliance repaired quickly and professionally will have you up and running in no time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your appliance type, size and brand, and type of problem,<strong> appliance repair costs<\/strong> range<strong> from R500 to R3000<\/strong>+.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Hire an Appliance Repair Pro?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to large appliances, it is normally more cost-efficient to repair than to replace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Replacing a fridge, washing machine, dishwasher or tumble dryer can range <strong>from R1000 to R30,000,<\/strong> depending on whether you buy new or used.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is The Price of Appliance Repairs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For an accurate quote, it\u2019s best to contact your local appliance repair pro.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The final appliance repair price will depend on several factors. In the meantime, here is a handy table explaining the <strong>cost of appliance repairs<\/strong> in South Africa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typical fridge and freezer repair prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Problem<\/td><td>Average Cost<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faulty thermostat<\/td><td>R600 \u2013 R1000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Leaking water<\/td><td>R700 \u2013 R1100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Broken compressor<\/td><td>R1200 \u2013 R3000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faulty fan<\/td><td>R800 \u2013 R1300+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typical stove and oven repair prices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Stove<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Repair Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Cost (in Rands)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Electric Stove<\/td><td>Heating Element Replacement<\/td><td>R750 \u2013 R900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Control Board Repair<\/td><td>R900 \u2013 R1200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gas Stove<\/td><td>Burner Replacement<\/td><td>R750 \u2013 R900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Igniter Replacement<\/td><td>R750- R900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Gas Line Repair<\/td><td>R1000 \u2013 R1200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Control Valve Replacement<\/td><td>R1100 \u2013 R1300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Induction Stove<\/td><td>Control Board Repair<\/td><td>R1200 \u2013 R1500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Heating Element Replacement<\/td><td>R1000 \u2013 R1200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Glass Top Replacement<\/td><td>R1200 \u2013 R1500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typical washing machine repair prices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Repair<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Cost (in Rands)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Replacing the belt:<\/td><td>R500 \u2013 R1,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water pump repair or replacement:<\/td><td>R800 \u2013 R2,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Motor repair or replacement:<\/td><td>R1,000 \u2013 R2,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drum repair or replacement:&nbsp;<\/td><td>R1,500 \u2013 R4,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typical tumble dryer repair prices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Repair<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Cost (in Rands)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Replacing the Belt<\/td><td>R500 \u2013 R700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fixing the Motor<\/td><td>R800 \u2013 R1,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Replacing the Heating Element<\/td><td>R700 \u2013 R1,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Thermostat Replacement<\/td><td>R500 \u2013 R800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fixing Control Board<\/td><td>R1,000 \u2013 R1,500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Need a quote? <a href=\"#get-quote\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#get-quote\">Contact your local appliance repair pro now<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Determines The Cost of Appliance Repairs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The<strong> price of appliance repairs<\/strong> depends on many factors. Your appliance repair pro will take the following into consideration when compiling your quote:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Type of appliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appliance brand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nature of the appliance problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type of Appliance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Larger appliances are typically more expensive to repair than smaller ones. A microwave will therefore generally be cheaper to repair than a big fridge-freezer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get a <strong>fast quote for appliance repair<\/strong>, <a href=\"#get-quote\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#get-quote\">click here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow this link for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airconpros.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aircon Repairs and Aircon Installations<\/a> or click here for<a href=\"https:\/\/www.airconpros.co.za\/air-conditioning-cape-town\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Aircon Repairs or Aircon Installations in Cape Town.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appliance Brand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some appliance brands are more costly to repair due to the price of their spare parts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more common the appliance brand, the more reasonably priced the repair will be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common <strong>South African appliance brands<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Defy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Siemens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whirlpool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indesit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KIC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bosch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hisense<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samsung<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smeg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Need a <strong>quote for appliance repair<\/strong>? <a href=\"#get-quote\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#get-quote\">Click here to get started<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always better to <strong>hire an appliance pro in your local area<\/strong> as they won\u2019t need to travel as long or spend as much on fuel to get to you. The further away the appliance pro is from you, the higher they will likely charge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nature of the Appliance Problem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some appliance problems are quick fixes but some are more complex.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally speaking, the more complicated your appliance issue is, the higher the<strong> appliance repair price<\/strong> will be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Appliances Can You Repair?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your appliance repair pro is well-trained to repair a wide range of appliances. Examples of appliances they can repair are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Washing machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dishwashers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fridges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freezers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fridge-freezers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tumble dryers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commercial washing machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commercial tumble dryers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do I Choose The Best Appliance Repair Pro?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right appliance pro for your needs is vital as it means your appliance will be repaired quickly and professionally.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some top tips for<strong> selecting the best appliance repair pro<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check online reviews.<\/strong> A good appliance repair pro will have at least a few shining reviews to back up previous work done.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask about qualifications.<\/strong> Don\u2019t be afraid to ask about the appliance repair pro\u2019s qualifications as this is a good indication of how good they are.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Obtain at least 3 quotes.<\/strong> To avoid being ripped off, get at least <strong>3 appliance repair quotes<\/strong> and compare them. Make sure that they all contain a call-out fee (if applicable) and labor.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Appliance repair experience.<\/strong> The more experience the appliance repair pro has, the more they will charge. However, extensive experience is a sign that they know what they\u2019re doing.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the price of appliance repairs?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s difficult to give an accurate <strong>appliance repair cost<\/strong> without a description of the problem. However, <strong>appliance repair prices<\/strong> normally range <strong>from R400 to R700<\/strong>, depending on the problem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For an <strong>accurate quotation<\/strong>, <a href=\"#get-quote\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#get-quote\">click here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does appliance repair take?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>An appliance pro can generally repair something within an hour or two. However, if it\u2019s a complex problem, it can take longer. <a href=\"#get-quote\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#get-quote\">Contact your appliance pro here<\/a> for an <strong>accurate repair estimate.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you do emergency call-outs?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Many appliance repair pros do emergency call-outs. However, they often have availability very soon and can usually help you out at the last minute.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I know that the appliance pro is legit?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Before hiring an appliance pro, always check their credentials and previous customer reviews. If it\u2019s all positive, this is a good indication that they are legit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should I get my appliance repaired?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most appliance problems can be economically repaired and it\u2019s cheaper than you think! It\u2019s normally more cost-effective to repair than replace (not to mention better for the environment).&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When a household appliance suddenly stops working, it can be very frustrating. However, having your appliance repaired quickly and professionally will have you up and running in no time.&nbsp; Depending on your appliance type, size and brand, and type of problem, appliance repair costs range from R500 to R3000+.&nbsp; Why Hire an Appliance Repair Pro?&nbsp; [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"acf":{"city":"","city_nap":"","city_suburbs":"","city_phone":"","city_phone_link":"","city_at_id":"","city_group":"","city_form_default":"","phone_after_hours":"","phone_link_after_hours":"","city_url_fridge_freezer":"","city_url_tumble_dryer":"","city_url_stove_and_oven":"","city_url_washing_machine":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/335"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=335"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/335\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1720,"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/335\/revisions\/1720"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appliancerepairpros.co.za\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=335"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}