Appliance Repair in Akron
Akron is a big city with a lot of old houses and a lot of renters. From Parma it is about 47 minutes down, and we work in every corner of it.
One discount per visit. Mention it when you book.
Out west there's Highland Square and West Hill, which looks down over downtown. Up north you've got North Hill and the Merriman Valley, and Goodyear Heights sits on the east side. We drive to the Akron ZIP codes on our list, and if yours isn't there, a quick call settles it.
The drive from our Parma base runs about 28 miles. Call in the morning and tell us what's going on with the machine. A lot of the time we can fit you in that afternoon, and you'll know the full price before anyone picks up a screwdriver.
Rubber-era houses in Goodyear Heights and Kenmore
Goodyear Heights was built for the people who worked in the tire plants. A lot of those homes came from mail-order plans, and they were sized for a family in the 1920s. Kenmore joined the city in 1928, so its streets are from roughly the same time.
Old homes like these mean small kitchens and steep basement stairs. Often there's one outlet doing too much work. When a fridge from today gets wedged into a 1920s kitchen, it usually has no room to vent heat. And a front-loader at the bottom of a narrow staircase is a pain to replace, which is one more reason to try fixing it first. Our article on appliance trouble in older homes covers this from a Cleveland angle, but the houses are much the same.
Before you buy a new fridge for an old kitchen, measure the opening and leave an inch at the back and top. Without that gap, even a brand new one runs too hot.
Akron ZIP codes on our route
- 44302Akron
- 44303Akron
- 44304Akron
- 44305Akron
- 44306Akron
- 44307Akron
- 44308Akron
- 44310Akron
- 44311Akron
- 44313Akron
- 44314Akron
- 44320Akron
That's twelve ZIP codes in all. A few of them spill past the city line, 44306 for example reaches into Coventry Township. We go there too.
Fairlawn and Copley use mail addressed to Akron but they're separate places, and we cover them the same way.
Close to half of Akron rents
Census numbers say about 49 percent of homes in Akron are rented. So there's a fair chance the person who lets us in isn't the one paying. That's fine. Let us know whose name is on the lease and whose wallet covers the repair. The quote then goes to the right person.
Property managers can put several units on one visit. For the money side, read who pays for repairs in a rental.
Lake Rockwell water
Akron's tap water comes from Lake Rockwell, up past Kent, along with a few reservoirs on the upper Cuyahoga. It's surface water rather than wells.
Washers and dishwashers still collect some residue over the years. Cleaning the dishwasher filter every month or so does more for it than most people think.
Faults typical of older Akron houses
These faults are common in houses of this age, wherever they are. Every machine is its own case, though, so we test before guessing.
Washers in the basement
A washer that won't drain often has a sock in the pump. In older basements, a laundry tub that backs up can look like a washer problem when it's actually the drain line.
Dryers that take forever
Long ducts snaking across a basement ceiling collect lint. Fix the airflow first, then see if the heat side still has trouble.
Fridges running warm
Dusty coils and no room to breathe make a fridge struggle. Defrost parts and fans are the next things we check.
Gas ranges
Old gas stoves in Akron kitchens get weak igniters. The burner clicks but nothing catches. Usually it's a part we carry.
For deeper reading, see washer repair or range repair.
Something leaking or smoking right now
Send us a request any day, Saturday included, even though the technicians aren't out that day. From Sunday to Friday we're on the road 7 am to 11 pm, and an early weekday call is the most likely to turn into a same-day visit in Akron.
Washer flooding the floor
Turn off the hot and cold taps behind it. Then unplug it if the floor around the outlet is dry.
Burning smell from the dryer
Stop the cycle and unplug it. Leave it off until we look.
You smell gas
Walk outside first. From the sidewalk, dial 911 or the gas company. Call us when they've cleared it.
Do you cover all of Akron?
We drive to the 12 Akron ZIP codes shown in the tiles on this page. If your ZIP isn't one of them, give us a call and we'll tell you straight away whether we can come.
How long does it take to reach Akron from Parma?
About 47 minutes with no traffic, close to 28 miles. Calling first thing in the morning on a weekday gives you the best chance at a same-day slot.
Is it worth repairing an appliance in an old Akron house?
Often it is, especially downstairs. A new washer has to come down the basement steps and the old one has to go up. Fixing a pump or a belt costs far less than that whole job. When the numbers don't work, we'll say so.
Can a tenant book the repair?
Sure. Mention the landlord's name and who signs off on the cost. We can send the quote and the bill to the landlord or the property manager.
How much does appliance repair in Akron cost?
We can't give a number until we know what's broken. The technician diagnoses it and then gives you one total for parts and labor. You decide from there. Veterans and seniors get $30 off.
Which brands do you repair in Akron?
Most household brands. Our technicians handle Whirlpool and GE daily. Samsung and LG are routine as well, and premium names like Sub-Zero aren't a problem.
Do you service businesses in Akron?
Yes. We repair coolers in restaurant kitchens, and commercial ovens too. So is laundry equipment in apartment buildings. We can schedule around your hours.
My Akron fridge clicks on and off and stays warm. What is it?
On many fridges that pattern points to the start relay on the compressor or to a condenser fan that quit. Pull it out and listen at the back. If you hear the click but no hum, call us.
Type in your street and ZIP. Then name the appliance and what it is doing, and we ring you back.
We will call you shortly to confirm a time for your repair.
An Akron repair from start to end
A family team, not a call center.
Phone or write
Say what happened and, if you can, read off the model tag.
We set the time
Morning calls have the best shot at an afternoon visit. The technician rings ahead.
A clear quote
The problem gets found and priced first. You say go.
Done and guaranteed
A single trip handles most jobs. Our warranty runs 90 days.
Akron appliance services
Basement laundry and old-kitchen refrigerators make up a big share.
Refrigerator repair
Fridge wedged into a 1920s kitchen
Freezer repair
Upright freezer warming in the garage
Ice maker repair
Ice maker stuck mid-cycle
Washer repair
Basement washer with a jammed pump
Dryer repair
Lint-choked duct over the basement
Dishwasher repair
Dishwasher that leaves grit on plates
Oven repair
Oven door that will not seal
Range repair
Old gas stove with a weak igniter
Double oven repair
Wall double oven with a dead top
Cooktop repair
Gas cooktop flame too low
Ask about disposals and wine fridges too. All services
Akron businesses and landlords
Restaurant kitchens book us for coolers and ovens. Apartment owners call about shared laundry.
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Brands we fix in Akron
Choose a logo for the faults that make tends to have.
Brand missing? Snap the rating plate and send it.
Akron and the towns around it
Cuyahoga Falls to the north and Fairlawn to the west are part of the same run.
Phone, or fill in the form and include your Akron street. Weekend requests get answered too.
(216) 352-3935