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Appliance Repair in Birmingham, AL

Compare 5 local appliance repair pros. Typical service: $103–$234.

Top Appliance Repair Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service

    4.9★ (2,567 reviews)

    4.9★ from 2567 reviews

    +12053221144Website

  2. 2.Atlas Appliance Repair

    4.9★ (2,486 reviews)

    4.9★ from 2486 reviews

    +12056123914Website

  3. 3.Appliance Connection

    4.8★ (1,727 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1727 reviews

    +12053235831Website

  4. 4.Erby Appliance Repair

    4.6★ (54 reviews)

    4.6★ from 54 reviews

    +12057757991

  5. 5.Field's Appliance Repair

    4.0★ (5 reviews)

    4.0★ from 5 reviews

    +12059238126

Appliance Repair Cost in Birmingham

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

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Appliance repair$103–$234/job
Diagnostic service call$65–$140/visit
Refrigerator repair$140–$374/job
Washer or dryer repair$122–$327/job

Appliance Repair prices in Birmingham run about 7% below 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 5 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.6★ on average across 6,839 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Birmingham's weather means for scheduling appliance repair.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

  • Alabama has no handyman license; residential remodeling or home improvement over $10,000 in labor and materials requires a Home Builders Licensure Board license
  • Residential roofing over $2,500 requires the separate HBLB roofers license
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No license for small repairs; Alabama HBLB license for remodeling over $10,000

Sources: hblb.alabama.gov

Appliance Repair FAQs for Birmingham

How much does appliance repair cost in Birmingham?

A typical appliance repair in Birmingham runs $103-$234, including the service call and common parts.

How many appliance repair companies serve Birmingham?

We track 5 appliance repair companies serving Birmingham.

Is appliance repair in Birmingham more expensive than average?

Appliance repair in Birmingham runs about -6.5% versus the national average.

Why do refrigerators fail in Birmingham summers?

With highs near 91F in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham or should I replace it?

At $103-$234 for a typical repair in Birmingham, 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 AL need a license?

In AL, Alabama has no handyman license; residential remodeling or home improvement over $10,000 in labor and materials requires a Home Builders Licensure Board license. Gas appliance work in Birmingham should go to a technician qualified for gas connections.

Does Birmingham winter cold affect washers and dryers?

Washers in unheated spaces can freeze when Birmingham lows reach 34F, cracking valves and hoses, so garage laundry setups need the supply lines protected.

What does a diagnostic visit cost in Birmingham?

Most Birmingham appliance technicians charge a diagnostic fee that is credited toward the repair when you proceed; typical total repair costs run $103-$234.