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Haier appliance repair

Haier sells refrigeration, freezers, laundry, dishwashers, wine coolers and microwaves in the US, with an unusually large share of the line in compact, undercounter and apartment-sized formats. 23 directory businesses in 10 states name Haier among the brands serviced. Have the model and serial number ready — on a budget machine that is what decides which part the technician brings, and whether it is already on the van.

Haier pros
23
States
10
Appliance lines
7
Licensed
23
Average rating
4.7
Price tier
Budget

Top-rated Haier repair pros

The 20 highest-rated of 23 businesses servicing Haier. Sorted by rating, then review count.

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3 more listed businesses service Haier. Open a state below to see every one of them with ratings and phone numbers.

What servicing a Haier involves

Price tier and parts channel decide who can realistically do the work — read this before you compare quotes.

Haier splits into two service conversations and it matters which one you are having. Full-size machines are serviced conventionally: ordinary components, ordinary access, ordinary parts channels, and any licensed technician can take the job. Compact and apartment-sized units are a different arithmetic. An undercounter refrigerator, a beverage cooler or a stacked apartment washer is a small appliance, and a call-out fee plus an hour of labour is a large fraction of what a new one costs. That is not a criticism of the machine, it is what happens when a fixed cost meets a low value. Get the all-in total before a visit is scheduled rather than the diagnostic fee alone.

Price tier
Budget · 0.7× typical new price
Parts usually come from
General parts retailers
Brand-authorised technician
Not usually required
Appliance lines built
7

Who can do the work

Any qualified appliance technician can work on these. There is no authorised-only network to hunt down, so choose on rating, licensing and how clearly the technician explains the fault.

Before you call about your Haier

  • On a compact unit, ask three things: the diagnostic fee, the labour rate, and whether the fee is credited against the repair. Those numbers usually decide it before anyone arrives.
  • Undercounter units ventilate through a front grille. A blocked grille, or a freestanding unit pushed into a recess, will read as a cooling fault.
  • Full-size Haier machines are serviced normally and their components are readily obtainable — the compact caveat does not apply to them.
  • The rating plate on compact units is often inside the door or behind the kick plate. Photograph it once and keep it on your phone.
  • Stacked or closet-installed apartment laundry needs service clearance. Say how it is installed when you book.
  • Sealed-system work on any refrigeration, compact included, requires an EPA 608 certified technician.

Haier appliance lines, and who services them here

What the nameplate covers, against how many listed businesses actually repair that category.

Common faults on Haier categories

72 step-by-step guides cover the categories Haier builds, spread across 7 of them below. Work through one before you pay a diagnostic fee.

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Refrigerator Not Cooling

RefrigeratorModerate45–90 minutesDIY $0–$150Pro $150–$900

If the coils are clean, both fans run, the defrost circuit tests good and the compressor runs continuously without the evaporator ever getting cold, you are looking at the sealed system — a low refrigerant charge, a restriction in the capillary tube, or a compressor that has lost compression. Telltale signs are a suction line that never gets cold to the touch, frost on only the first few inches of the evaporator, or an oily residue around a weld joint. Opening that system legally requires EPA Section 608 certification and recovery equipment, so it is not a DIY repair. Expect $400–$900, and get that quote before committing on a unit over ten years old.

Freezer Frost Buildup

FreezerModerate45–90 minutes plus a 24-hour defrostDIY $15–$150Pro $150–$450

If the heater, thermostat and drain all check out and the coil still ices over, the control board is not commanding a defrost cycle, and that is a board diagnosis worth paying for rather than guessing at. Call a professional immediately, and do not run the unit, if you find an oily residue anywhere on the evaporator or the tubing — that indicates a refrigerant leak, and sealed-system repair legally requires EPA Section 608 certification. On a chest or upright freezer over ten years old, get the sealed-system quote before assuming repair is the right call.

Washer Won't Drain

WasherModerate45–90 minutesDIY $0–$130Pro $150–$400

If the drain path is completely clear, the pump impeller turns freely, and the pump is still silent when the machine calls for drain, the fault is in the wiring harness, the motor control or the main board — and boards run $150–$400, are rarely returnable once fitted, and are not worth buying on a guess. A burnt-plastic smell from the pump area means the motor has failed and, more importantly, that something ran it stalled for a long time, so find the obstruction before fitting the new part. Water backing up out of the standpipe is a plumbing job, not an appliance repair.

Dryer Not Heating

DryerModerate45–120 minutesDIY $5–$70Pro $150–$400

On a gas dryer, anything past swapping the igniter, flame sensor or valve coils — adjusting the burner, opening the gas valve body, or touching the supply line — is licensed trade work in most jurisdictions and should not be attempted at home. On an electric dryer, get an electrician rather than an appliance technician if the outlet, cord or terminal block shows scorching, if a leg of the 240-volt supply is genuinely missing, or if the breaker trips the moment the element energises. And if every heating component tests good but the element still never gets power, the fault is in the timer or the control board — a diagnosis worth paying for rather than guessing at.

Dishwasher Not Cleaning

DishwasherEasy30–60 minutesDIY $0–$70Pro $120–$400

If the filter, arms and inlet are all clear, the fill level and water temperature are correct, and the machine still leaves food on the dishes, the wash pump or its diverter valve is the likely fault — and on machines that route water between the upper and lower arms with a motorised diverter, a failed diverter starves one rack while the other cleans normally. Diagnosing that properly means running the service test cycle, which is worth paying for rather than replacing pumps on a guess. Grinding from the pump, or a burnt smell during the wash phase, means stop using the machine and get it looked at.

Wine Cooler Not Cooling

Wine CoolerModerate30–75 minutesDIY $0–$120Pro $150–$600

On a compressor wine cooler, if the coils are clean, the fans run, the seal is good and the compressor runs continuously without cooling, the fault is in the sealed system — and that work requires EPA Section 608 certification. Get the quote before authorising it: sealed-system repair often runs $300 to $600 against a replacement cooler at $200 to $800 for typical undercounter sizes, so the maths frequently favours replacement. Control board faults on either type should be confirmed by measurement rather than bought on a guess.

Microwave Runs But Doesn't Heat

MicrowaveAdvanced15–30 minutes for safe checksDIY $0Pro $150–$400

Call a technician for anything past the door latch. Magnetrons, high-voltage capacitors, diodes and transformers are all professional work, not because the parts are complicated but because the stored charge in that capacitor is genuinely dangerous. A technician will also verify the door seals and check for microwave leakage after any repair, which matters and which you cannot do without a survey meter. If your microwave is over-the-range or built in, get a quote — those are worth repairing. If it is a countertop unit, price a replacement first.

Refrigerator Leaking Water

RefrigeratorModerate30–90 minutesDIY $0–$80Pro $150–$400

If the leak is coming from the sealed system — an oily residue around a weld joint, or frost forming on the suction line — stop. That is refrigerant, and repairing it requires EPA Section 608 certification and recovery equipment. Likewise, if you have cleared the drain twice and it keeps freezing solid, the defrost heater or defrost thermostat is failing and the whole defrost circuit needs testing.

64 more guides cover the categories Haier builds. Browse the full library.

Haier parts: cost and where to buy

Components are inexpensive and stocked by every general parts retailer, so a pump, a lid switch or a thermal fuse is a same-week fix. The trap is labour: a $250 repair bill against a $450 machine is rarely worth authorising, so ask for the parts figure and the labour figure separately.

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For Haier, parts are usually sourced through general parts retailers. Aftermarket equivalents exist for many components; ask whether a quote is OEM or aftermarket and what warranty comes with the part.

Commonly replaced parts for the Haier categories the parts library covers, with typical prices and DIY difficulty.
PartApplianceTypical priceDIY difficulty
Water FilterRefrigerator$25–$60Easy
Door GasketRefrigerator$30–$80Easy
Condenser Fan MotorRefrigerator$50–$150Moderate
Thermal FuseDryer$5–$20Easy
Heating ElementDryer$20–$60Moderate
Drain PumpWasher$30–$80Moderate
Lid SwitchWasher$15–$40Easy
Spray ArmDishwasher$15–$40Easy
Inlet ValveDishwasher$15–$40Moderate
Turntable MotorMicrowave$15–$30Easy
Evaporator Fan MotorRefrigerator$40–$120Moderate
Start Relay and OverloadRefrigerator$12–$45Easy
Water Inlet ValveRefrigerator$30–$95Moderate
Defrost ThermostatRefrigerator$15–$50Moderate
Defrost HeaterRefrigerator$30–$95Advanced
ThermistorRefrigerator$10–$35Moderate
Ice Maker AssemblyRefrigerator$80–$260Moderate
Main Control BoardRefrigerator$90–$340Moderate
Door Lock AssemblyWasher$40–$140Moderate
Drive BeltWasher$15–$50Moderate
Water Inlet ValveWasher$25–$85Moderate
Shock Absorbers and Suspension RodsWasher$30–$100Moderate
Motor CouplerWasher$15–$45Moderate
Door Boot SealWasher$60–$190Advanced
Tub Bearing KitWasher$35–$160Advanced
Cycling and High-Limit ThermostatsDryer$10–$40Easy
Drive BeltDryer$12–$45Moderate
Drum Rollers and Idler PulleyDryer$20–$70Moderate
Gas IgniterDryer$20–$65Moderate
Gas Valve Coil KitDryer$20–$65Moderate
Door SwitchDryer$10–$40Easy
Blower WheelDryer$20–$70Moderate
Moisture Sensor BarsDryer$15–$50Easy
Drain PumpDishwasher$35–$120Moderate
Door Latch and Switch AssemblyDishwasher$20–$80Easy
Heating ElementDishwasher$25–$85Moderate
Float SwitchDishwasher$10–$35Easy
Door GasketDishwasher$20–$75Easy
Rack Roller and Adjuster KitDishwasher$12–$50Easy
Detergent DispenserDishwasher$30–$100Moderate
Circulation Pump and MotorDishwasher$90–$330Advanced
Door Interlock Switch SetMicrowave$10–$40Moderate
Turntable Coupler and Roller RingMicrowave$8–$30Easy
Grease and Charcoal FiltersMicrowave$12–$45Easy
Cavity Lamp and SocketMicrowave$5–$25Easy
Vent Fan MotorMicrowave$40–$140Moderate
Control Board or TouchpadMicrowave$50–$220Moderate
MagnetronMicrowave$55–$190Advanced
High-Voltage Diode and CapacitorMicrowave$10–$60Advanced
Start Relay and OverloadFreezer$12–$45Easy
Door GasketFreezer$40–$140Easy
Temperature Control ThermostatFreezer$25–$90Moderate
Defrost ThermostatFreezer$15–$50Moderate
Defrost TimerFreezer$25–$80Moderate
Evaporator Fan MotorFreezer$40–$130Moderate
Defrost HeaterFreezer$30–$100Advanced
Lid Hinge and LockFreezer$12–$60Easy
Cooling FanWine Cooler$20–$70Easy
Thermoelectric ModuleWine Cooler$30–$100Moderate
Door GasketWine Cooler$30–$110Easy
Temperature Control BoardWine Cooler$50–$200Moderate
Compressor Start RelayWine Cooler$15–$55Easy
Door Hinge SetWine Cooler$20–$80Moderate
Interior LED StripWine Cooler$15–$50Easy
Shelf or RackWine Cooler$25–$90Easy

Prices are typical ranges for the category, not Haier quotes. OEM parts sit toward the top of each range; aftermarket toward the bottom.

Haier repair by state

Every state with a listed Haier business. Each opens the full list for that state with ratings, licensing and phone numbers.

Haier repair — common questions

Do I need a technician authorised by Haier, or will any repair company do?
Haier sits in the budget tier. Any qualified appliance technician can work on these. There is no authorised-only network to hunt down, so choose on rating, licensing and how clearly the technician explains the fault. While the appliance is still inside its warranty period, check the manufacturer's terms before you book anyone — using an unauthorised technician can affect a warranty claim.
Are Haier parts expensive, and where do they come from?
Components are inexpensive and stocked by every general parts retailer, so a pump, a lid switch or a thermal fuse is a same-week fix. The trap is labour: a $250 repair bill against a $450 machine is rarely worth authorising, so ask for the parts figure and the labour figure separately. For Haier specifically, parts are usually sourced through: General parts retailers. Whoever you use will need the full model and serial number from the data plate to order the right component.
Is a compact refrigerator worth repairing at all?
Often it is not, and the number that decides it is the total rather than the fault. Add the diagnostic fee to an hour of labour and compare that with a replacement before anyone is dispatched. Cheap mechanical fixes — a door seal, a thermostat, a fan, a control — usually clear the bar. A sealed-system fault on a small unit usually does not. Ask the technician on the phone which side of that line the symptom is likely to fall on; a good one will tell you straight.
My undercounter unit is not holding temperature. What should I check first?
Airflow, before anything else. Undercounter refrigeration takes air in and pushes heat out through a front grille, so if that grille is blocked — or if a freestanding unit has been fitted into a cabinet without the clearance the manual specifies — the machine cannot reject heat and the interior climbs. Clear the grille, check the manual's clearance requirement, and give it a day. That sequence resolves a useful share of these without a visit.
Are full-size Haier appliances harder to service than the mainstream brands?
Not meaningfully. The components are conventional, catalogued and obtainable, and no authorisation or brand account is involved, so any licensed appliance technician can take the job. Give the model number when you call so the correct component is identified, and ask about lead time in the same conversation as the price. That is the same advice that applies to any full-size machine at this tier.
How do I find Haier repair near me?
This page lists 23 listed businesses across 10 states whose profile names Haier among the brands they service, ranked by rating and then review count. Every listing carries a direct phone number — there is no lead form and no referral fee. Compare two or three on rating, licensing and years in business, then call the one that explains the fault most clearly.
Which Haier appliances can be repaired?
Haier sells refrigeration, freezers, laundry, dishwashers, wine coolers and microwaves in the US, with an unusually large share of the line in compact, undercounter and apartment-sized formats. Listed Haier pros currently cover refrigerator, washer, dryer, oven & range, dishwasher, garbage disposal and more. As a rule of thumb, repair is the better value when the quote comes in under half the replacement price and the machine still has a meaningful share of its expected life left.
What should I have ready before I call about my Haier appliance?
The model and serial number from the data plate — photograph it, do not transcribe it. Then the error code if the machine shows one, when the fault started, and whether anything changed just before it did. On a compact unit, ask three things: the diagnostic fee, the labour rate, and whether the fee is credited against the repair. Those numbers usually decide it before anyone arrives. That is usually enough for a technician to quote accurately over the phone instead of quoting a range.
Is it worth repairing my Haier appliance, or should I replace it?
Value nameplates. The machine is cheap to buy, which is exactly why the repair-or-replace maths turns against you early. The site's value estimator prices budget machines at 0.7× a category's typical new price, then depreciates from there, which is the honest way to frame the decision: compare the quoted repair against what the machine is worth today, not against what it cost new. Ask for parts and labour as separate figures so you can see which one is driving the total.

Need Haier repair?

Every business on ApplianceRepairListing is listed free and answers its own phone. Compare two or three, confirm licensing, ask whether the part is OEM or aftermarket, and book the one that explains the fault clearly.