How Much Does Appliance Repair Cost in Brisbane?

Most appliance repairs in Brisbane cost between $219–$1,500, depending on what’s broken and which appliance we’re fixing. Some jobs are simpler and cheaper (like replacing a door seal), while others involve parts that cost more (like a compressor regas or a drum bearing replacement).

Here’s the honest bit: the final cost depends on:
– What’s actually broken — a thermostat replacement is different from a compressor failure
– Which parts you need — genuine parts (especially for premium brands) cost more than aftermarket
– The brand — Miele, Bosch, and Liebherr repairs are typically pricier because parts are premium quality
– How old the appliance is — older units sometimes need parts that cost more to source

We diagnose the fault, tell you the fixed price, and you approve before we start. No surprises, no hidden fees. All prices shown are estimates only — your actual cost will be quoted upfront after diagnosis.

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Fridge Repair Costs

Fridge repairs usually run $269–$1,500, depending on what’s failed.

Thermostat/temperature control replacement — $269–$449
Door seal replacement — $269–$329
Compressor regas — $800–$1,500 (leak repair + recharge)
Fan motor replacement — $317–$459
Ice maker or water inlet valve — $288–$1,200

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Compressor regas (leak repair + recharge) — 800–$1,500

Washing Machine Repair Costs

Washer repairs typically fall in the $239–$998 range.

Drum bearing or bearing kit replacement — Top loader: $409–$689, Front loader: $998
Drain pump replacement — $317–$362
Door lock or strike replacement — $269–$319
Motor replacement — $419–$598
Control board/PCB replacement — $339–$689 — $288–$1,200

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Dishwasher Repair Costs

Dishwasher repairs average $269–$695.

Drain pump replacement — $308–$500
Inlet valve replacement — $269–$459
Heating element or thermistor — $319–$495
Spray arm and bearings — $269
Control board replacement — $495–$695
Door latch or seal — $288–$495

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Oven & Cooktop Repair Costs

Oven and cooktop repairs range from $288–$559.

Element replacement — $288–$429
Thermostat or temperature sensor — $317–$395
Fan motor — $339–$395
Note: We do not service gas appliances
Control board — $429
Grill element or heating coil — $288–$429

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Dryer Repair Costs

Dryer repairs typically cost $269–$459.

Thermal fuse replacement — $269
Heating element replacement — $409
Belt and pulley kit — $279
Drum rollers or bearing — $359
Thermistor or temperature sensor — $269–$409
Motor replacement — $459

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Rangehood Repair Costs

Rangehood repairs usually run $239–$459.

Motor replacement — $459
Capacitor replacement — $239
Control board — $429
LED or halogen light replacement — $219–$269
Damper or flap valve — $219–$289

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What Affects the Cost of an Appliance Repair?

Type of Fault

Simple fixes (a door seal, a light globe) cost less. Electrical or mechanical failures (motors, compressors, control boards) cost more because the parts are pricier and take longer to replace.

Parts Needed

Genuine parts — Original manufacturer parts for Miele, Bosch, ASKO, Liebherr, or Neff cost more, but they last longer and come with warranty
Aftermarket parts — Cheaper alternatives are available for some appliances, but we always discuss this with you first

Brand & Age

Premium brands (Miele, Bosch, Liebherr) have higher parts costs but are built to last. Cheaper imported brands might be closer to replacement cost if they’re already 6+ years old.

Accessibility

If the part is buried deep inside the appliance or the unit is hard to access, labour time increases, which adds to the cost.

Diagnostics & Callout

We charge a service call fee for diagnosis (usually $219 (includes up to 30 minutes diagnosis)). If you go ahead with the repair, this is often included in the final price. If we can’t fix it, you only pay the $219 callout fee.

When Is It Worth Repairing vs Replacing?

We’ll always be honest with you — we’re not here to upsell.

Repair makes sense if:
– The repair cost is less than 50% of replacement cost
– The appliance is under 8 years old (or it’s a premium brand like Miele or Bosch — these are built to last 12–15+ years)
– It’s a single component failure (not multiple things breaking at once)

Consider replacing if:
– The repair is more than 50% of the replacement cost
– The appliance is over 10 years old AND it’s a budget brand
– The control board has failed on an older, cheaper appliance (control boards are expensive and often indicate the end of life)
– You’re already dealing with multiple faults

We’ll tell you honestly — if it’s not worth fixing, we’ll say so. We’d rather lose a job than sell you a repair that doesn’t make sense.

Our Pricing — How It Works

💰 Upfront Pricing — You Approve First

We diagnose the fault — We identify what’s broken and why
We quote you a fixed price — You see exactly what the repair costs, including parts and labour
You approve — You decide whether to go ahead or not. No pressure, no obligation
We repair it — We fix it at the price we quoted. No hidden costs, no surprises

🔧 Transparent Pricing

If we can’t fix it after diagnosis, you don’t pay for parts — only the diagnostic/service call fee. We stand behind our work.

👨‍🎓 Student & Senior Discounts

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Typical Costs by Severity

Minor repairs — $219–$329
– Door seal, thermal fuse, capacitor

Moderate repairs — $308–$500
– Drain pump, element, fan motor, inlet valve

Major repairs — $495–$1,500+
– Compressor regas, drum bearing, control board, motor replacement

What Our Customers Say

We’ve completed over 200,000 repairs since 2009 and maintain a 4.9 Google rating across 600+ reviews. Customers come back to us because we show up when we say, fix it right, and charge fairly.

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Why Choose Always Prompt for Appliance Repairs?

✅ Upfront pricing — Know the cost before we start
✅ 1-hour arrival window — We book a specific hour and stick to it
✅ Authorised service agent — We’re official for Miele, Bosch, ASKO, Liebherr, Neff
✅ Licensed & insured — Full peace of mind
✅ Transparent pricing — If we can’t fix it, you don’t pay for parts
✅ Same-day often available — Book today, fixed today

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