Cost guide, updated October 5, 2026
Appliance repair cost in San Jose
Every number on this page comes from prices that local repair companies publish on their own websites. Nothing is estimated or averaged from national data.
Service-call and diagnostic fees
A diagnostic fee pays for the technician's visit and for finding the fault. 22 of the 71 companies listed here publish one. Fees run from $45 to $100, with half charging $85 or less.
34 of the 37 companies that mention the fee say it is waived or credited once you approve the repair, so the visit often costs nothing extra if you go ahead.
3 companies also list a separate trip charge, usually for addresses outside their core area.
Diagnostic fee by appliance
Companies that offer the service and publish a diagnostic fee. Open a service to compare the companies.
| Service | Companies | Publish a fee | Lowest | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator Repair | 67 | 20 | $45 | $85 |
| Oven Repair | 64 | 20 | $45 | $85 |
| Dryer Repair | 63 | 18 | $45 | $83 |
| Washer Repair | 62 | 17 | $45 | $85 |
| Dishwasher Repair | 59 | 17 | $45 | $85 |
| Range & Stove Repair | 59 | 19 | $45 | $85 |
| Cooktop Repair | 46 | 17 | $45 | $85 |
| Microwave Repair | 43 | 11 | $50 | $85 |
| Freezer Repair | 40 | 16 | $45 | $85 |
| Ice Maker Repair | 36 | 15 | $50 | $85 |
| AC Repair | 32 | 11 | $45 | $85 |
| Furnace & Heating Repair | 29 | 11 | $45 | $85 |
| Wine Cooler & Beverage Center Repair | 26 | 15 | $45 | $85 |
| Heat Pump Services | 15 | 9 | $59 | $85 |
| Water Heater Services | 13 | 4 | $45 | $75 |
Published repair prices
Most companies quote after diagnosis. These are the companies that put repair prices on their websites, grouped by appliance.
Refrigerator Repair
And 5 more. Open a company profile for its full price list.
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Dryer Repair
And 2 more. Open a company profile for its full price list.
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
AC Repair
And 2 more. Open a company profile for its full price list.
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Washer Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Oven Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Dishwasher Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Furnace & Heating Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Range & Stove Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Ice Maker Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Commercial HVAC
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Microwave Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Range Hood Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Heat Pump Services
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Thermostat Installation & Repair
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Commercial Refrigeration
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
General repair prices
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Maintenance plans and tune-ups
A few companies sell preventive maintenance for appliances or HVAC. It can make sense for older systems or for a full set of built-in kitchen appliances.
Maintenance and memberships
And 3 more. Open a company profile for its full price list.
Prices as published on each company's own website. Confirm before booking.
Warranties
29 of the 71 companies publish a warranty on their repairs. 9 offer 12 months or more on parts or labor.
- 3 mo. parts and labor12 companies
- 12 mo. parts and labor5 companies
- 6 mo. labor3 companies
- 144 mo. parts and labor1 company
Questions about repair costs
How much does an appliance repair service call cost in San Jose?
22 of the 71 listed Bay Area companies publish a diagnostic or service-call fee. It ranges from $45 to $100, with a median of $85. 9 of them charge under $80.
Is the diagnostic fee waived if I go ahead with the repair?
Usually, yes. 34 of the 37 companies that mention a diagnostic fee (92%) say it is waived or credited when you approve the repair. Ask before the visit, because some only waive it for repairs over a set amount.
How much does the repair itself cost?
Most companies quote the repair after diagnosis, so few publish repair prices. 12 companies do. Published examples include refrigerator repair ($295 to $480, $265 to $480), dryer repair ($195 to $275, $245 to $375), ac repair ($150 to $400, $1500 to $3000) and washer repair ($285 to $380, $185 to $255). Parts for built-in and high-end brands usually cost more.
What warranty should I expect on a repair?
29 of the 71 companies publish a repair warranty. The most common is 3 mo. parts and labor (12 companies). 9 offer 12 months or more on parts or labor.
How can I pay less for an appliance repair?
Pick a company that waives the diagnostic fee with the repair, check for online-booking or senior discounts (29 companies list a discount or coupon), give the brand, model number and symptom when you call so the technician brings the right part, and compare two or three quotes for big jobs. 5 companies mention financing.
How these numbers were collected
We read the pricing, service and FAQ pages of all 71 companies in the directory and recorded only prices they publish themselves, as of October 5, 2026. Where a company gives a range, the lowest figure is used for the fee comparison. Prices change, so confirm with the company before booking. More about how the directory works.