Appliance Repair in 19121 · North Philadelphia

A used refrigerator, washer or range can be a sound choice if it is checked before it goes in. For a refrigerator, look at the date code on the model plate, then plug it in and let it run for a day. The fresh-food side should be cold and the freezer should freeze; listen for a compressor that runs and shuts off normally rather than clicking. Check the door gaskets for tears and look for oil spots near the compressor, which can hint at a refrigerant leak.

For a used washer, check that the drum turns freely without grinding and that the door seal on a front loader has no tears or mold. Run a full cycle with water and watch the fill, drain and spin. On a dryer, check that it heats and that the drum and belt run quietly. For a range, light each burner and the oven, or test each element on an electric model.

Also look up the model to see if it was recalled. Older units might have had a recall repair done or not, and the manufacturer's site will say. If anything fails a test, a technician can tell you whether the fix is reasonable for that unit's age.

Make sure the appliance is hooked up with water, power and, for gas units, a connection made by a qualified professional before the visit, so it can be tested running. Tell us if the house is under renovation and whether workers or dust will be present. Parking is usually manageable, but note any dumpster or work zone that blocks the curb.