# Appliance Repairs
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Empire Electrical Contractors · Phone +61468404608 (24/7)

Ovens, cooktops, dishwashers, washing machines and more

Oven not heating? Cooktop element dead? Dishwasher tripping the safety switch? We diagnose and repair the electrical side of household appliances the same visit.

## What's included
- Oven element, thermostat and control repairs
- Cooktop element, hob switch and induction fault diagnosis
- Dishwasher electrical fault and RCD-trip diagnosis
- Washing machine and dryer motor / control repairs
- Refrigerator and freezer thermostat and compressor start faults
- Hard-wired appliance replacement and swap-outs

## Overview
The electrical side of household appliances is licensed electrical work in NSW — a blown oven element, a dead cooktop hob, a dishwasher that trips the safety switch, or a fridge that won't start are all faults an electrician diagnoses and repairs. We carry common oven elements, thermostats, hob switches and starting capacitors on the van, and most repairs are done the same visit.
Common jobs across Sydney: oven not heating (element or thermostat), cooktop with one dead hob (element or switch), induction cooktop with error code (control board or induction coil), dishwasher tripping the RCD (heater element earth leak — extremely common), washing machine that fills but won't spin (motor brushes or capacitor), dryer that runs but no heat (element or thermostat), fridge/freezer that won't start (compressor start relay or capacitor).
Where the appliance is beyond economical repair we say so — no upselling parts into a dying machine. Hard-wired swap-outs of a new oven, cooktop or dryer are also part of our scope, including any circuit or isolator upgrades needed.

## Fixed pricing
$180–$550 AUD per repair. Workmanship warranty 12 months. Typical on-site duration ~1.5 hours.

## Symptoms we hear about
- Oven not heating
- Cooktop element dead
- Rangehood fan won't start

## Common causes
- Failed element
- Faulty thermostat
- Loose terminal connection

## How we handle it
1. **Diagnose** — Isolate the appliance, test elements and switches with a multimeter.
2. **Source part** — Order OEM element or thermostat where available.
3. **Fit and test** — Fit replacement part, functional test at rated load.
4. **Advise** — Written note on remaining life and any additional wear items.

## Applicable standards
- AS/NZS 3760 — In-service safety inspection

## FAQs
**Can any electrician repair appliances?**
The electrical work on hard-wired appliances (ovens, cooktops, hardwired dryers, hardwired dishwashers) is licensed electrical work in NSW. We handle the electrical side — for warranty repairs on modern appliances still under manufacturer warranty, the OEM technician is usually the better call.

**How much does an oven element replacement cost?**
Typically $250-$450 fitted including the element, depending on brand and access. Genuine parts for premium brands (Miele, Gaggenau, Neff) cost more.

**Is my dishwasher tripping the safety switch a big problem?**
It's usually a failed heater element earth-leaking to the tub — very common on dishwashers 5-10 years old. Element replacement is a routine fix on most brands.

**Should I repair or replace my appliance?**
Rule of thumb: if the repair is more than 50% of a new appliance and the machine is more than 8 years old, replace. We tell you honestly on the diagnostic visit — no upselling doomed repairs.

**Can you install a new oven or cooktop I've bought?**
Yes — supply-only install of your new hard-wired oven, cooktop or dryer including any isolator or circuit upgrade required. Certificate of Compliance issued.

**Do you carry parts on the van?**
We carry common oven elements, thermostats, hob switches, motor brushes and starting capacitors for major brands (Westinghouse, Chef, Bosch, Fisher & Paykel, Electrolux). Rare parts are ordered on a 2-5 day turnaround.

## Reviews
Aggregate: 5/5 across 195 Google reviews.
- Shirish Shetty (5/5, 2026-06-01): Absolutely outstanding electrician and genuinely one of the best people to work with. He diagnosed and fixed the issue within a couple of hours. He was professional, efficient, and reliable.
- Jie Z (Jessica) (5/5, 2026-06-01): VERY HIGHLY recommend! We had an issue with power at home and needed someone urgently to restore the electricity service. They responded quickly, showed up on time, and got everything back up and running without any hassle.
- Vin J (5/5, 2026-03-01): I highly recommend Joe, he's very skilled, kind and does honest work. He did a massive last minute job for us, installing an entire 17.4kw ducted aircon system after our old unit broke.
- Jennifer Cornish (5/5, 2025-11-01): Exceptional Service - Highly Recommend! I contacted Joe from Empire Electrical to install new powerpoints and downlights. His professionalism, punctuality, and thoroughness stood out.
- Jasmin Cumming (5/5, 2025-07-01): I am so glad I called Empire Electrical. Joe is a very honest person which is hard to come by. He explained everything to me and charged me an incredibly fair price.