Common Appliance Problems
Find guides and repair info for the issues you're facing — from refrigerators not cooling to dryers not heating. Across Los Angeles and surrounding cities, we diagnose the appliance at the visit and explain what we find.
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Pick your appliance, then the problem you're seeing. Each guide covers the likely causes, the signs to look for and how to book a diagnostic visit.
Refrigerator
Refrigerator Not Cooling
A warm refrigerator points to blocked airflow, a defrost fault, a stopped fan or a compressor that won't start.
Learn More →RefrigeratorRefrigerator Leaking Water
Water under or inside a fridge traces back to the defrost drain, the drain pan or the water supply.
Learn More →RefrigeratorRefrigerator Making Noise
Buzzing, clicking or grinding from a fridge points to a fan, the compressor, the water valve or loose parts.
Learn More →RefrigeratorIce Buildup in Freezer
Frost or ice inside a refrigerator's freezer points to the automatic defrost, a door seal or a frozen drain.
Learn More →RefrigeratorRefrigerator Not Turning On
When a fridge shows no lights and makes no sound, check the outlet and breaker before suspecting the control.
Learn More →Washer
Washer Not Spinning
Soaked clothes from a washer that won't spin point to the load, the drain, the lock or the drive.
Learn More →WasherWasher Not Draining
Water left in the washer drum after the cycle points to a clog, the drain pump or the controls.
Learn More →WasherWasher Leaking Water
Where the puddle forms around a leaking washer points to a hose, the door seal, the pump or the tub.
Learn More →WasherWasher Shaking or Vibrating
Banging, rocking or a washer that walks across the floor during the spin points to balance, leveling or suspension.
Learn More →WasherWasher Won't Start
A dark display, or a washer that beeps but won't run, points to power, the lock or the controls.
Learn More →Dryer
Dryer Not Heating
The drum turns but stays cold, which points to the heater or burner, a fuse or the power supply.
Learn More →DryerDryer Takes Too Long to Dry
Loads that need two cycles point to blocked airflow, a coated moisture sensor or heat that runs weak.
Learn More →DryerDryer Making Loud Noise
Thumping, squealing or grinding from a dryer points to worn rollers, a pulley, the belt or a bearing.
Learn More →DryerDryer Won't Start
A dryer that won't start up points to power, the door switch, a fuse, the belt or the motor.
Learn More →DryerDryer Overheating
A dryer running too hot has blocked airflow or a thermostat, sensor or heater that won't switch off.
Learn More →Dishwasher
Dishwasher Not Draining
Standing water after a dishwasher cycle traces to a clogged filter, a blocked drain path or the drain pump.
Learn More →DishwasherDishwasher Not Cleaning Dishes
Dirty dishes, grit and cloudy glasses point to blocked spray arms, a clogged filter or water that runs cool.
Learn More →DishwasherDishwasher Leaking
Water on the floor near a dishwasher comes from the door seal, a hose connection, a pump seal or overfilling.
Learn More →DishwasherDishwasher Won't Start
A dishwasher that won't start points to power, the door latch, a control lock or the control board.
Learn More →DishwasherDishwasher Making Noise
Grinding, humming or rattling during a cycle points to debris in a pump, a loose spray arm or worn bearings.
Learn More →Oven
Oven Not Heating
Find out why your gas or electric oven stays cold or stalls short of the temperature you set.
Learn More →OvenBurners Won't Ignite
Learn why a gas stove burner clicks without lighting, or won't click at all, and what to check first.
Learn More →OvenUneven Heating or Hot Spots
Cookies scorched on one side or pale on top can trace back to the oven, the pan or the rack.
Learn More →OvenOven Door Won't Close Properly
Hinges, springs, the gasket or a stray rack can leave an oven door gapping, sagging or dropping open.
Learn More →OvenSelf-Cleaning Feature Not Working
If self-clean won't start, quits partway or keeps the door locked, the lock, the sensor or the control is involved.
Learn More →Cooktop
Cooktop Burner Not Heating
A cold electric or induction cooking zone points to the element, its control, the cookware or the power supply.
Learn More →CooktopCooktop Burners Won't Ignite
A gas cooktop burner that clicks without lighting, or won't click, points to the cap, igniter or spark module.
Learn More →CooktopCooktop Glass Cracked
A cracked glass cooktop should not be used, because spills can reach live parts and the crack can spread.
Learn More →CooktopCooktop Sparking
A gas igniter that won't stop sparking and an electric element that arcs are different faults with different risks.
Learn More →CooktopCooktop Controls Not Working
Cooktop controls that won't respond point to the lock, moisture on the panel, the power supply or a control board.
Learn More →Range Hood
Range Hood Fan Not Working
A range hood fan that won't start or only hums points to power, the controls, the motor or the blower.
Learn More →Range HoodRange Hood Lights Not Working
Range hood lights that stay dark or flicker point to bulbs, sockets, the light power supply or the controls.
Learn More →Range HoodRange Hood Loud Noise
A range hood that rattles, grinds or whines points to loose parts, a dirty blower wheel or worn motor bearings.
Learn More →Range HoodRange Hood Weak Suction
A range hood that won't pull smoke points to clogged filters, a stuck damper, a slow blower or the duct.
Learn More →Range HoodRange Hood Buttons Not Working
Range hood buttons that don't respond point to a worn keypad, a greasy touch panel or the control board.
Learn More →Microwave
Microwave Not Heating
Microwave runs but food cold
Learn More →MicrowaveMicrowave Sparking Inside
Sparking or arcing inside microwave
Learn More →MicrowaveTurntable Not Spinning
Turntable stuck or not turning
Learn More →MicrowaveMicrowave Buttons Not Responding
Touchpad or buttons don't work
Learn More →MicrowaveMicrowave Door Won't Latch
Door won't close or latch
Learn More →Freezer
Freezer Not Freezing
A freezer that can't hold 0°F points to airflow, the door seal, the defrost system or the compressor.
Learn More →FreezerFreezer Frost Buildup
Heavy frost in a standalone freezer points to an air leak, a defrost failure or a manual-defrost design.
Learn More →FreezerFreezer Running Constantly
A freezer that never shuts off points to room heat, a dirty condenser, a door leak or a defrost fault.
Learn More →FreezerFreezer Making Noise
A grinding, clicking or rattling freezer points to a fan, the compressor's start parts, ice, or something loose.
Learn More →FreezerFreezer Leaking Water
Water around a freezer points to a blocked defrost drain, a drain pan or plug problem, or condensation.
Learn More →Ice Maker
Ice Maker Not Making Ice
An empty ice bin points to the water supply, a warm freezer or the ice maker itself.
Learn More →Ice MakerIce Maker Leaking
Water near the ice maker traces back to the supply line, the inlet valve or an overfilled mold.
Learn More →Ice MakerIce Tastes Bad or Has Odor
Bad-tasting or smelly ice comes from an old filter, stale ice, freezer odors or the water itself.
Learn More →Ice MakerIce Maker Making Small or Hollow Ice
Small, hollow or slow ice traces back to water flow, freezer temperature or the ice maker's harvest timing.
Learn More →Ice MakerIce Maker Won't Stop Making Ice
An ice maker that keeps going until ice spills has lost track of how full the bin is.
Learn More →Garbage Disposal
Garbage Disposal Not Working
A garbage disposal that makes no sound at the switch points to power, the reset button or the motor.
Learn More →Garbage DisposalGarbage Disposal Humming
A humming disposal that won't spin has power, while a jam or a failing motor keeps the plate from turning.
Learn More →Garbage DisposalGarbage Disposal Leaking
A disposal leak under the sink comes from the sink flange, a hose or drain connection, or the unit's body.
Learn More →Garbage DisposalGarbage Disposal Jammed
A jammed disposal stops grinding, backs water up into the sink and can trip its reset.
Learn More →Garbage DisposalGarbage Disposal Bad Smell
Disposal odor comes from food trapped under the splash guard, inside the chamber or in the drain.
Learn More →Trash Compactor
Trash Compactor Not Working
A compactor that does nothing when you start it has a power, lock, switch or motor fault.
Learn More →Trash CompactorTrash Compactor Door Won't Close
A compactor drawer that won't shut or latch is blocked, off its track or not reaching its switch.
Learn More →Trash CompactorTrash Compactor Ram Stuck
A compactor ram that stops partway down points to a jam, the drive, a switch or the motor.
Learn More →Trash CompactorTrash Compactor Making Noise
Squealing, grinding or clicking from a compactor points to a dry or worn drive, or something loose.
Learn More →Trash CompactorTrash Compactor Won't Compact
A compactor that runs but leaves the trash loose is reversing early, slipping or has too little to press.
Learn More →Don't See Your Problem?
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