Pricing & Policies
No hidden fees, no surprises. Here is exactly how I charge.
Diagnosis and Repair
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Diagnose and repair in one visit | $150 plus parts |
| Diagnosis call, when the repair needs a separate visit | $100 if the appliance is accessible and ready for testing; otherwise the standard rate of $150 per hour, 1-hour minimum |
| Repair call after a separate diagnosis | $150 per hour, 1-hour minimum, plus parts |
Parts are billed in addition to labor and are discussed with you before they are ordered. If parts must be ordered, I'll discuss prices with you first and order only with your approval; most parts arrive within 2-3 days.
Installations and Conversions
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Basic dishwasher installation | Starts at $250 |
| Basic stove, washer or dryer installation | $200 |
| Basic LP gas conversion | Starts at $250 |
| Over-the-range microwave replacement (only when the new unit matches the previous unit's mounting) | Starts at $250 |
| Haul away the old appliance (washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves and microwaves, only with an installation) | $50 additional |
| Refrigerator installation or haul-away | Not offered |
Appliance Inspections
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Appliance inspection (about 1 hour per appliance) | Standard rate, $150 per hour |
| Each additional appliance inspected at the same visit | $50 off |
Discounts
I offer a $25 discount off the final invoice for active military, law enforcement, fire department and EMS personnel.
Refrigerators
Refrigerator Policy Statement
At Extra Wrench, fairness comes before sales. Refrigerators are uniquely complex, and often risky, to repair. Diagnosing them over the phone isn't reliable, and many issues require multiple visits due to:
- Interdependent systems: problems often involve overlapping parts, making isolated diagnosis difficult.
- Temperature adjustments: units need up to 24 hours to stabilize, delaying resolution.
- Defrosting and access: repairs may require repeated defrosting and emptying, costing time and inconvenience.
I recommend careful consideration before pursuing out-of-warranty refrigerator repairs. Diagnosis calls are $100, assuming the unit is accessible, empty, and ready for testing. Otherwise, the standard rate is $150/hr (1-hr minimum). All repair calls are billed at standard rates plus parts. I do not perform sealed-system repairs, and I do not install or haul away refrigerators.
What I Do and Don't Do
I perform no service that requires any alteration to your home. My repair starts and stops at the appliance. Plumbing, electrical, gas lines and valves, carpentry and ducting at the service location are not services I provide.
Service Area
I actively serve communities near Bangor. Some outlying areas are served case by case, address by address; please contact me before booking. See service areas.