Frequently asked questions
Everything you're wondering, answered
General
Who answers the phone at Appliance Flix?+
A senior appliance repair technician — not a call center. They'll try to troubleshoot and fix your issue over the phone first, before scheduling a service call.
What are your hours?+
We answer phone, SMS and WhatsApp during business hours and after hours. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available.
Where do you service?+
Every neighborhood in Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY.
Are you factory-authorized?+
Yes — on every major appliance brand, from Whirlpool to Sub-Zero. Our luxury division is factory-trained on Sub-Zero, Wolf, Miele, Thermador, Gaggenau, Viking, Dacor, JennAir, Fisher & Paykel and La Cornue.
Do you carry parts on the truck?+
We stock the common failure parts for the brands we service every day, so most repairs are completed in a single visit.
How much do repairs cost?+
Most repairs land between $200 and $650 including parts. We quote an exact range before any work starts and credit the service call fee to any approved repair.
Do you offer a warranty?+
Every repair is backed by our workmanship guarantee plus the manufacturer's parts warranty.
Can I text or WhatsApp instead of calling?+
Yes — SMS and WhatsApp both reach us at 917-653-0799. Send a photo or short video of the issue and we'll go from there.
Refrigerator Repair
Can you fix my Sub-Zero same day?+
Often yes. Call us and a senior tech will troubleshoot first — if a truck visit is needed we book same-day or next-day for most Brooklyn and Manhattan addresses.
How much does a refrigerator repair cost?+
Most repairs land between $250 and $650 for parts + labor. We give an exact estimate before any work starts and the service call fee is credited toward the repair.
Is my refrigerator worth repairing?+
If it's under 10 years old, almost always. For built-in Sub-Zero, Miele or Thermador units, repair is worth it well past 15 years. We'll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you service built-in refrigerators?+
Yes — built-in and column refrigeration is a core specialty. Our luxury division handles Sub-Zero, Thermador Freedom columns, Miele MasterCool and Gaggenau in-place, without removing the unit.
Washer Repair
Can you service a stacked washer/dryer?+
Yes — we service stacks in place without disassembling your laundry closet. This is a specialty for Manhattan and Brooklyn apartments.
Why is my washer leaking?+
Nine times out of ten it's a torn door boot, a loose drain hose, or a failed water inlet valve. Text us a photo of where the water is coming from and we'll narrow it down.
How much does washer repair cost?+
Most repairs run $200–$550. A drum bearing on a front-loader is the exception — that job is $600+ and we'll tell you honestly whether it's worth doing.
Do you repair Miele W1 washers?+
Yes — our luxury division handles the full Miele W1 line including bearing, drum and electronic module repairs.
Dryer Repair
Why is my dryer taking so long to dry?+
Nearly always vent restriction. Before we roll a truck we'll walk you through a two-minute at-home check by phone — it saves most people a service call.
Do you clean dryer vents?+
We inspect venting on every visit and offer professional cleaning when it's restricted. Critical for both dry time and fire safety.
Do you service gas dryers?+
Yes — all gas-line work is handled by certified technicians.
Can you fix a Miele T1 heat pump dryer?+
Yes — heat pump compressor, sensor and control diagnostics are routine for our luxury division.
Dishwasher Repair
Do you service panel-ready dishwashers?+
Yes — custom panel installs from Miele, Bosch, KitchenAid and Thermador are routine for us.
Why is my dishwasher not draining?+
Usually a clog in the drain pump, a food-trap blockage, or a kinked drain hose. Often a phone diagnosis is enough to resolve it.
How much does dishwasher repair cost?+
Most repairs run $200–$500. Circulation pump and control board repairs are on the higher end; door latch, spray arm and hoses on the lower end.
Do you carry Miele parts on the truck?+
For the common Miele G-series failure parts, yes. Rare parts we order and return typically within 48–72 hours.
Oven & Range Repair
Do you repair Wolf and Viking ranges?+
Yes — our luxury division handles the full Wolf, Viking, Thermador, Miele, Dacor, La Cornue and BlueStar lineups.
Can you calibrate my oven?+
Yes — precise temperature calibration is part of every oven service call.
How much does oven repair cost?+
Most repairs run $250–$600. A control board or gas valve is on the higher end; an igniter or bake element on the lower end.
Do you handle gas and induction?+
Both — all our gas-line work is done by certified technicians, and our luxury division specializes in induction cooktop and range diagnostics.
Cooktop Repair
Can a cracked glass cooktop be replaced?+
Yes — we source OEM glass for most major brands and replace it on-site when possible.
Do you repair induction cooktops?+
Yes — induction generator boards, sensor coils and cooking-zone diagnostics are handled by our specialists.
Do you service downdraft cooktops?+
Yes — including the downdraft motor and venting components.
Why does my burner keep clicking?+
Usually moisture under the burner cap after cleaning, or a stuck sparker. Often resolved over the phone.
Wall Oven Repair
Do you repair steam ovens?+
Yes — Wolf, Miele, Thermador and Gaggenau steam ovens including descaling, boiler, water reservoir and steam generator service.
My self-clean cycle killed the control board — can you fix it?+
Yes — common failure mode. We stock replacement boards for Wolf, Viking and Thermador and typically resolve in a single visit.
How much does wall oven repair cost?+
Most repairs run $300–$700. Control boards and door hinges are on the higher end; bake elements and igniters on the lower end.
Can you service ovens installed in tight cabinetry?+
Yes — that's most of our work in Manhattan and Brownstone Brooklyn. We service in-place whenever possible.
Range Hood Repair
Can you fix a downdraft hood?+
Yes — downdraft motors, lift mechanisms and venting are all part of our regular range hood service.
My hood isn't clearing smoke — is it broken?+
Sometimes it's the fan or motor, but often it's a restricted duct or a stuck backdraft damper. We inspect the full ventilation path on every visit.
How much does range hood repair cost?+
Most repairs run $200–$500. Blower motor replacement is on the higher end; controls, lights and filters on the lower end.
Same-day service?+
Often available — call 917-653-0799 and a senior tech will answer live.
Microwave Repair
Is a microwave worth repairing?+
For a countertop unit under $200, usually not. For built-in, drawer, convection microwave or GE Advantium units — almost always yes.
Do you repair drawer microwaves?+
Yes — Sharp, Wolf and Bosch drawer microwaves are routine service.
How much does microwave repair cost?+
Countertop: $150–$300. Built-in or convection: $250–$550. Advantium: $300–$650. Quoted up front before any work starts.
My microwave is sparking — is it dangerous?+
Turn it off and stop using it. It's usually a burned waveguide cover — an easy repair, but keep it unplugged until we can look at it.
Wine Cooler & Beverage Center Repair
Do you service Sub-Zero wine storage?+
Yes — Sub-Zero wine columns, undercounter and drawer wine storage are core service for our luxury division.
Why is my wine cooler warm on one side?+
In a dual-zone unit that's usually a bad thermistor, damper, or compressor issue in one zone. Diagnosable often by phone.
How much does wine cooler repair cost?+
Most repairs run $250–$650. Sealed-system work is higher; thermistors, fans and door seals lower.
Do you handle True Residential?+
Yes — including compressor, fan and control board service.
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