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Appliance Repair in Portland, OR

Compare 7 local appliance repair pros. Typical service: $130–$296.

Top Appliance Repair Companies in Portland

  1. 1.AAA Appliance Service Inc.

    4.7★ (215 reviews)

    4.7★ from 215 reviews

    +15037776450Website

  2. 2.All About Repair

    5.0★ (145 reviews)

    5.0★ from 145 reviews

    +19712367004Website

  3. 3.Universal Appliance Contractors Portland

    4.8★ (23 reviews)

    4.8★ from 23 reviews

    +15039124647

  4. 4.Premier Appliance Services

    4.7★ (21 reviews)

    4.7★ from 21 reviews

    +19719304477

  5. 5.Best Appliance Repair Portland

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19715328600Website

  6. 6.Franklin Appliance Repair Service

    +19716068339

  7. 7.Maple Street Appliance Repair

    +19715454713

Appliance Repair Cost in Portland

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Appliance repair$130–$296/job
Diagnostic service call$83–$178/visit
Refrigerator repair$178–$474/job
Washer or dryer repair$154–$415/job

Appliance Repair prices in Portland run about 19% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 7 companies serving Portland, rated 4.8★ on average across 405 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Portland's weather means for scheduling appliance repair.

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

  • Oregon requires a Construction Contractors Board license for paid construction work; only casual, minor work under $1,000 on one project is exempt
  • The exemption disappears for anyone who advertises as a contractor
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Oregon CCB license (exemption under $1,000)

Sources: www.oregon.gov, oregon.public.law

Appliance Repair FAQs for Portland

How much does appliance repair cost in Portland?

A typical appliance repair in Portland runs $130-$296, including the service call and common parts.

How many appliance repair companies serve Portland?

We track 7 appliance repair companies serving Portland.

Is appliance repair in Portland more expensive than average?

Appliance repair in Portland runs about +18.5% versus the national average.

Why do refrigerators fail in Portland summers?

With highs near 80F in Portland, a refrigerator in a garage or a warm kitchen runs its compressor almost constantly, and condenser coils clogged with dust are the most common cause of summer failures.

Is it worth repairing an appliance in Portland or should I replace it?

At $130-$296 for a typical repair in Portland, repair usually makes sense unless the appliance is past about two-thirds of its expected life or the quote exceeds half the price of a new one.

Do appliance repair technicians in OR need a license?

In OR, Oregon requires a Construction Contractors Board license for paid construction work; only casual, minor work under $1,000 on one project is exempt. Gas appliance work in Portland should go to a technician qualified for gas connections.

Does Portland winter cold affect washers and dryers?

Washers in unheated spaces can freeze when Portland lows reach 37F, cracking valves and hoses, so garage laundry setups need the supply lines protected.

What does a diagnostic visit cost in Portland?

Most Portland appliance technicians charge a diagnostic fee that is credited toward the repair when you proceed; typical total repair costs run $130-$296.