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Last updated: 22 May 2024
Appliance repair cost guide
From washing machines and tumble dryers to fridge freezers, appliance repair prices are typically a lot less than replacing them. Let's take a look at the cost to repair your faulty appliance.
When domestic appliances go wrong, it can be a complete nightmare. In this guide, we look at the average domestic appliance repair cost for popular appliances in the UK.
From washing machines and tumble dryers to fridge freezers, appliance repair prices are typically a lot less than replacing them.
Fast Facts
Appliance repair costs can range from £50 to £400
On average, appliance repair call-out fees tend to cost around £60 - £150
The exact cost of repairs will depend on the type appliance and the problem
Domestic appliance repair services are more available than ever, now that the UK has introduced the right-to-repair scheme. Find out more about right-to-repair here.
How much does domestic appliance repair cost?
Below are some of the average domestic appliance repair costs in the UK:
| Domestic appliance | Range - Low | Range - High | Average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher repair | £115 | £300 | £200 |
| Fridge repair | £60 | £400 | £150 |
| Oven repair | £50 | £300 | £130 |
| Cooker hood repair | - | - | £100 |
| Washing machine repair | £70 | £400 | £125 |
| Tumble dryer repair | £50 | £400 | £150 |
| Domestic appliance repair per hour | £40 | £80 | £60 |
| Call out fees | £60 | £150 | £105 |
| Vacuum cleaner repair | £10 | £100+ | £50 |
| Last updated: April 2025 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |||
What is the average cost of appliance repair per hour?
The average appliance repair cost per hour in the UK is somewhere in the region of £40 - £80.
The exact cost per hour will depend on where you live and the experience of the individual tradesperson.
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Factors affecting appliance repair average costs
The average cost of domestic appliance repair is usually broken down into three parts:
Any call-out fee to have an engineer come to inspect the broken appliance
The cost of any additional parts that might be needed
Additional labour due to any complex repairs
You’ll also want to consider other factors that can affect the total domestic appliance repair price. They include:
Type of appliance
Age and condition
Make and model
Extent of damage
A warranty or insurance covering the damage
Where you live
If you have an issue with an appliance that is plumbed in you may also need the services of a plumber. For more information on plumber fees, check out our guide to plumber call-out fees.
Domestic appliance engineer call-out fees
If you have a domestic appliance that needs fixing, you'll likely need the help of a domestic appliance engineer.
An appliance engineer's call-out fee will depend on where you live, the manufacturer of the appliance and how urgently you need their services.
For common white goods, such as dishwashers, washing machines, and fridge freezers, average call-out fees are around £60 - £150.
Dishwasher repair costs
| Item | Range - low | Range - high | Average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supply and fit new pump | £115 | £160 | £138 |
| Supply and fit new motor | £210 | £300 | £255 |
| Supply and fit new heating element | £200 | £280 | £240 |
| Call-out fee | £60 | £150 | £105 |
| Last updated: May 2024 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |||
Nobody wants to have dirty pots and pans stacking up in their kitchen, so if your dishwasher breaks it’s time to get an engineer to fix it.
The average cost for repairing a dishwasher is around £200. Although it can often range from £115 to £300, depending on the exact problem.
For more detailed information take a look at our dishwasher repair cost guide.
Fridge repair cost
| Item | Range - low | Range - high | Average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supply and fit new door seal/gasket | £95 | £150 | £130 |
| Supply and fit new thermostat | £60 | £130 | £100 |
| Replace defroster | £80 | £165 | £130 |
| Repair ice maker | £70 | £420 | £250 |
| Repair compressor | £300 | £480 | £400 |
| Call-out fee | £60 | £150 | £105 |
| Last updated: August 2024 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |||
A broken fridge freezer is probably one of the most urgent domestic appliance repairs you’ll need to organise. Within hours, food can start spoiling, so you want to act fast.
Various causes can lead to a broken fridge, with fridge repair prices ranging from £60 to £400– with an average appliance repair cost around £150.
You can see a list of common fridge repair prices in our fridge repair cost guide.
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Oven repair costs
| Type of repair | Timescale | Average cost |
|---|---|---|
| Electric fan oven – supply and fit new element | 1 hour | £80-£170 |
| Electric fan oven – supply and fit new thermostat | 1 hour | £50 - £150 |
| Electric fan oven - supply and fit new fan | 1 hour | £75 - £130 |
| Electric oven - supply and fit new oven bulb | 10 min | £30 - £50 |
| Gas oven repair | 1 hour | £100 - £300 |
| Gas oven repair - supply and fit new thermocouple | 1 hour | £80 - £170 |
| Gas oven repair - supply & fit new burner | 1 hour | £120 - £190 |
| Gas hob repair - supply & fit new flame head and burner cap | 1 hour | £120 |
| Last updated: January 2025 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | ||
From broken fan elements and thermostats to damaged controls and cracked glass, oven repair covers a range of problems to be fixed.
The average cost of oven repair is usually around £130. However, depending on the issue, it can commonly rangefrom £50 to £300.
To find out more, check out our oven repair cost guide. And, if you have an issue with a gas oven, you should have this checked as soon as possible.
If it’s the cooker hood you need repairing, the average appliance repair price is around £100. Check out ourcooker hood repair cost guide for more information.
Washing machine repair costs
| Cost provided item | Price range - Low | Price range - High | Average UK cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| New door seal | £70 | £100 | £80 |
| New motor brushes | £70 | £100 | £80 |
| New motor | £250 | £390 | £325 |
| New pump | £70 | £110 | £85 |
| Drum repair | £105 | £255 | £180 |
| Last updated: May 2024 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |||
Clean laundry is something we often take for granted until our washing machines break. Especially if you have small children who can rack up dirty clothes by the hour.
As with many domestic appliances, there are several common reasons you could need to have your washing machine fixed.
From replacing the door seal to installing a new pump, a local domestic appliance engineer can help.
The average appliance repair cost for washing machines is around £125, but can often rangefrom £70 to £400.
See more detailed repair prices in our guide to washing machine repair costs.
Tumble dryer repair costs
| Tumble dryer repair costs | Cost + VAT (Range low - high) |
|---|---|
| Tumble dryer repair cost (Within 1 year warranty) | Usually free |
| Tumble dryer repair cost | £50 - £400 |
| Supply and fit new heating element | £130 - £190 |
| Tumble dryer replacement cost | £150 - £2,000 |
| Dryer repair service cost (e.g. Currys) | £130 |
| Hotpoint tumble dryer repair cost | £130 |
| Call out fee | £60 - £150 |
| Last updated: May 2024 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |
Broken tumble dryers may not be the most urgent appliance repairs to make, but it can still be a pain. Especially if you don’t have much room to hang your clothes to dry.
To fix a tumble dryer, the average repair cost is around £150, depending on the exact problem.
Total tumble dryer repair prices can range from £50 to £400. Check out our tumble dryer repair cost guide for more details on prices.
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