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Appliance Repair in Portland, ME

Compare 4 local appliance repair pros. Typical service: $117–$265.

Top Appliance Repair Companies in Portland

  1. 1.Metropolitan Services

    4.8★ (76 reviews)

    4.8★ from 76 reviews

  2. 2.Downeast Home Appliance Center

    4.2★ (86 reviews)

    4.2★ from 86 reviews

  3. 3.Appliance Repair Portland ME

    4.2★ (5 reviews)

    4.2★ from 5 reviews

  4. 4.Downeast Appliance Service & Parts

    3.4★ (5 reviews)

    3.4★ from 5 reviews

Appliance Repair Cost in Portland

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

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Appliance repair$117–$265/job
Diagnostic service call$74–$159/visit
Refrigerator repair$159–$424/job
Washer or dryer repair$138–$371/job

Appliance Repair prices in Portland run about 6% 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 4 companies serving Portland, rated 4.1★ on average across 172 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Portland's weather means for scheduling appliance repair.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 9
Annual precipitation
47.25"
Heating degree days
7,106
Cooling degree days
360
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan13.4°31.2°3.38"
Feb16.4°34.6°3.25"
Mar24.9°42.1°4.24"
Apr34.7°53.3°4.32"
May44.2°63.5°4.01"
Jun53.6°73.2°3.79"
Jul59.4°78.8°3.61"
Aug58.2°77.7°3.14"
Sep50.3°70°3.69"
Oct38.9°58.7°4.87"
Nov30.9°48°4.93"
Dec20.4°37.3°4.02"

NOAA station data 5.99 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in ME

  • Maine does not license handymen or general home contractors
  • Any home construction or repair job over $3,000 needs a written contract signed by both parties, with down payments capped at one-third
  • Electrical, plumbing and heating work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state license; written contract required over $3,000

Sources: www.maine.gov

Appliance Repair FAQs for Portland

How much does appliance repair cost in Portland?

A typical appliance repair in Portland runs $117-$265, including the service call and common parts.

How many appliance repair companies serve Portland?

We track 4 appliance repair companies serving Portland.

Is appliance repair in Portland more expensive than average?

Appliance repair in Portland runs about +6% versus the national average.

Why do refrigerators fail in Portland summers?

With highs near 79F 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 $117-$265 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 ME need a license?

In ME, Maine does not license handymen or general home contractors. 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 13F, 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 $117-$265.