Appliance Repair

Ideas, costs, tips and plans - the information you need for a successful Appliance Maintenance project

December 2021

Homeowners have many important questions about their Appliance Maintenance Project. How much will it cost? How long will it take? What problem areas do I need to watch out for? Can I recover my Appliance Maintenance investment when I sell? Can I do some of the work myself? What can I do to make sure that the work is done right?

Costs, materials and best practices for the example Appliance Maintenance project will help you answer these questions. Use this information to develop a budget, bid requirements, hiring contracts and a project plan.

Appliance Maintenance - Project Overview

Important considerations for this project are summarized below.

Project descriptionCommon home appliance installtion, maintenance and service projects.
Project sizeAverage appliance service call
First year Return on Investment - ROIReturns vary widely and are affected by the range of home prices in your neighborhood, the overall condition of your home and sensible design choices. A high quality Appliance Maintenance project in an appropriate neighborhood can return as much as 77% - 91% of its initial cost.
First year Return on Investment - ROIReturns will be impacted by the range of home prices in your neighborhood, the overall condition of your home and sensible design choices. A high quality Appliance Maintenance project can return as much as 67% - 78% of its initial cost
Green ratingAppliance Maintenance projects can employ renewable resources and environmentally friendly construction materials. Efficient lighting, HVAC, insulation and appliance choices can significantly reduce the energy footprint of your home.

Appliance Maintenance - Project Plan and Details

The following list includes major work tasks commonly performed during Appliance Maintenance. Use this list to understand the timing and sequence of different steps in the Appliance Maintenance project. Click any task name for task details and an up-to-date Homewyse example cost estimate for the task - this essential information will help you control Appliance Maintenance project cost and quality.

Do you expect to spend more than $250 on your Appliance Maintenance project? If so, it is important create and manage a detailed plan for all project activities.

TaskService ProviderTimeDifficulty-
Install Electric CooktopAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install Gas CooktopAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install Trash CompactorAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install RangeAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install Vent HoodAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install Washing MachineAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Replace Washing MachineAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install RefrigeratorAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Repair AppliancesAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Repair DishwasherAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Repair DryerAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Repair RefrigeratorAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Replace Built-In RefrigeratorAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Replace Trash CompactorAppliance Service and Repair Technician1 d-
Install Waste DisposalPlumber1 d-
Install Ice MakerPlumber1 d-
Install DishwasherPlumber1 d-
Install Garbage DisposalPlumber1 d-

Appliance Maintenance - Proven Ideas and Project Tips

Review these tips, design suggestions, options and lessons learned before finalizing your Appliance Maintenance project plan.

  • To keep Appliance Maintenance costs low and quality high, specify simple wall and ceiling transitions and use common surface finishes
  • For best home resale value, follow a consistent design and decorating theme throughout the home
  • Perform major Appliance Maintenance work with permits to help protect value at resale time
  • Identify and consider construction materials and components that will qualify for tax credits or utility company rebates
  • Consider eco friendly appliances with the Energy Star certification
  • Match appliances and fixtures to electrical circuit, hot water and gas capacities

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