A broken appliance disrupts an entire household. Our approach is simple: diagnose the actual fault, quote before we work, and tell you honestly when a repair no longer makes financial sense.
We work on both mainstream Australian brands and European appliances, and we're comfortable with the electronic control boards, sensors and inverter drives found in modern machines.
What we do
In-home diagnosis and repair of major kitchen and laundry appliances
Pump, motor, belt, bearing and element replacement
Control board, sensor and wiring loom fault-finding
Door seal, hinge, latch and interlock repairs
Drainage, water inlet and blockage rectification
Honest repair-or-replace assessments
Services provided
Every appliance repairs service we offer
What each service covers, the faults we see most often, and what you get out of it.
Washing Machines
Front and top loaders — drain pumps, door locks, bearings, belts, inlet valves and control boards.
Common faults
Not draining or spinning
Loud banging on spin
Door won't unlock
Full wash cycles restored without replacing the machine.
Dishwashers
Wash pump, drain pump, spray arm, heating element, door seal and electronic control diagnostics.
Common faults
Dishes coming out dirty
Water left in the base
Error code and beeping
Clean, dry dishes and no leaks under the bench.
Dryers
Vented, condenser and heat pump dryers — elements, thermostats, belts, drum rollers and sensors.
Common faults
Tumbling but not heating
Clothes still damp
Squealing drum
Faster drying cycles and lower power use.
Ovens
Electric and gas oven repairs including elements, thermostats, fans, door hinges and glass.
Common faults
Oven not reaching temperature
Uneven baking
Door won't stay shut
Accurate, even cooking temperatures again.
Cooktops
Gas, ceramic and induction cooktop repairs — ignition, burner caps, elements and touch controls.
Common faults
Burner clicking without igniting
Induction zone not detecting pans
Touch panel unresponsive
Safe, reliable cooking on every zone.
Rangehoods
Motor, switch, filter and ducting repairs for canopy, under-mount and integrated rangehoods.
Common faults
Weak extraction
Motor noise
Lights not working
Kitchen air cleared properly instead of recirculated grease.
Refrigerators
Domestic fridge repairs including fan motors, defrost systems, thermostats and door seals.
Common faults
Warm fridge, cold freezer
Ice at the back panel
Door not sealing
Correct food-safe temperatures throughout the cabinet.
Freezers
Upright and chest freezer repairs, defrost faults, lid seals and thermostat replacement.
Common faults
Heavy frost build-up
Running non-stop
Lid seal perished
Efficient freezing without constant manual defrosting.
Wine Coolers
Dual-zone and integrated wine cabinet repairs, including thermoelectric and compressor models.
Common faults
Temperature drift between zones
Vibration affecting the wine
Condensation on the glass door
Stable cellaring conditions for your collection.
Microwaves
Built-in and freestanding microwave repairs — door interlocks, turntable motors, panels and fuses.
Common faults
Runs but doesn't heat
Sparking inside the cavity
Buttons unresponsive
Safe, working appliance without a costly built-in replacement.
Brands we service
We work on most leading Australian and imported brands
Our technicians train across the major manufacturers and we source genuine or manufacturer-approved parts. If your unit isn't listed, call us — there's a good chance we service it.
Appliances & Refrigeration
Bosch
Fisher & Paykel
Electrolux
Westinghouse
Whirlpool
Haier
Hisense
Miele
Smeg
Common problems
Symptoms and what usually causes them
Appliance won't start
Door interlock, control board fault or a tripped safety thermostat.
Water not draining
Blocked pump filter, kinked hose or a failed drain pump.
Excessive noise or vibration
Worn bearings, loose counterweights or an unlevel machine.
Not heating
Failed element, thermal cut-out or a control relay that has burned out.
Error codes
Sensor or communication fault — the code narrows it down, but it still needs verification.
Leaking water
Perished door seal, cracked hose or a blocked overflow path.
Preventative maintenance
Keep it running, avoid the callout
Clean washing machine and dishwasher filters monthly
Run a hot maintenance wash with cleaner every 6–8 weeks
Clear dryer lint after every load and vent ducting annually
Wipe door seals dry and leave doors ajar between uses
Degrease rangehood filters every month
Vacuum fridge condenser coils twice a year
Why choose RapidFix Solutions
Licensed, insured local technicians who quote before they work, carry common parts on the van and explain exactly what failed. We service Melbourne homes and businesses six days a week, with emergency attendance available after hours.
Our process
How a RapidFix job runs
01
Book & triage
Tell us the brand, symptoms and address. We ask the right questions up front so the correct parts are on the van.
02
On-site diagnosis
A full electrical, mechanical and performance check — not just the obvious fault. You get a plain-English explanation.
03
Approved repair
We quote before we work. Nothing is replaced without your say-so, and we use manufacturer-approved components.
04
Test & handover
Performance tested, readings recorded, work area cleaned, and maintenance advice so the same fault doesn't return.
Residential services
All appliance work is carried out in your home wherever possible. We protect flooring, move appliances carefully, and only take a unit away when a workshop repair is genuinely required.
Commercial services
We also repair laundry and kitchen appliances for small businesses, Airbnb operators and property managers, with invoicing and reporting suited to managed properties.
Before & after
Recent jobs from our technicians
Front loader, Essendon
Before
Machine stopping mid-cycle with water trapped in the drum.
After
Drain pump and blocked filter housing replaced, full cycle completing normally.
Wall oven, Brunswick
Before
Reading 180°C on the dial but measuring 135°C in the cavity.
After
Element and thermostat replaced, temperature verified within 5°C across the range.
Dishwasher, Preston
Before
Dirty dishes on every cycle and standing water in the base.
After
Wash pump impeller and spray arm cleared, drain hose re-routed, spotless results.
What our customers say
Trusted by Melbourne households and businesses
Reviews collected from customers across the northern, western and eastern suburbs.
5.0 average from Google reviews
“Our ducted heater dropped out on the coldest week of the year. RapidFix came the next morning, found a failed ignition probe and had the house warm again before lunch.”
Daniel M.Pascoe Vale
“Two split systems serviced and one re-gassed. Clear pricing up front, drop sheets down, and they showed me the pressure readings before and after.”
Priya S.Brunswick
“Our under-bench fridge failed on a Saturday. They talked us through keeping stock cold, arrived within a few hours and replaced the condenser fan on the spot.”
Marco D.Coburg
“Washing machine wouldn't drain. Honest advice — a pump repair instead of pushing us into a new machine. That's why we keep their number.”
Louise T.Essendon
FAQs
Appliance Repairs questions we're asked most
Do you charge a callout fee?
We quote a diagnostic attendance fee up front when you book, and it's credited toward the repair if you proceed. No surprises on the invoice.
Can you repair European brands?
Yes — Bosch, Miele, Smeg and Electrolux appliances are a regular part of our work, along with Fisher & Paykel, Westinghouse, LG, Samsung, Haier and Hisense.
When should I replace instead of repair?
As a rough guide, if the repair cost approaches half the price of a comparable new appliance and the unit is past two-thirds of its expected life, replacement usually wins. We'll give you both numbers.
How long do repairs take?
Most in-home repairs are completed within the one visit. Where a part must be ordered, we typically return within a few business days.