How to find somebody to fix your fridge (appliances, refrigerator)

[robertpasa]

I might need refrigerator repairs. I used Google and Yelp, and predictably I got dozens of results, and it was hard to tell one apart from the other. The only thing I can think of, is to call some of them and get a feel for it. Of course the best thing is to ask people you know and trust.

Can you recommend anything beyond what I've done?

I guess there's no well-known chain business who fix appliances in your house?

[vincenze]

I know there was a service at SEARS that fixed their brands.

Why wouldn't you search on your refrigerator brand website first?

[1200RT]

Ask neighbors for recommendations

[Voebe]

Well, if you bought it in your city, call that store and ask for recommendations.

Ask your plumber for recommendations.

Ask a good hardware store for recommendations.

Ask your neighbors for recommendations.

If you like authorized dealers (I don't, but some people do), call authorized dealers for your brand.

I haven't had luck with Angie's List, but some people like that.

[robertpasa]

I went to the Frigidaire site. It seemed like I couldn't find out about charges etc. unless I set up an appointment.

Catch-22.

[vincenze]

If you know what part of the fridge malfunctions, you can watch YouTube videos about its repair.

Sometimes, repairs can be costly.

The computer board is $431, for example.
https://www.frigidaireapplianceparts...918538/1795237

I doubt any technician will take a board like this and tell you, "I will change this transistor and that capacitor. It'll cost you $10."
Of course, he will just replace the whole thing.

[Voebe]

Originally Posted by robertpasa

I went to the Frigidaire site. It seemed like I couldn't find out about charges etc. unless I set up an appointment.

Catch-22.

Call them. And call the store, if you bought it in L.A.