Poweron Appliance Repair
18 yrs in businessTorrance, CA
5.01,290 reviewsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 1290 reviews
Refrigerator Repair · Washer Repair · Dryer Repair +9 more
LicensedInsured
Brand · Mid-range tier
Sharp appliance repair
Sharp builds microwaves, including the drawer-style built-in format the brand is best known for, along with cooking, dishwashers and refrigeration. 2 directory businesses in 2 states name Sharp among the brands serviced. Have the model and serial number ready — on a mid-range machine that is what decides which part the technician brings, and whether it is already on the van.
- Sharp pros
- 2
- States
- 2
- Appliance lines
- 4
- Licensed
- 1
- Average rating
- 4.4
- Price tier
- Mid-range
Top-rated Sharp repair pros
All 2 listed businesses servicing Sharp, sorted by rating then review count.
Henry's Appliance Repair
87 yrs in businessSpringfield, IL
3.850 reviewsRated 3.8 out of 5 from 50 reviews
Washer Repair · Dryer Repair · Refrigerator Repair +4 more
What servicing a Sharp involves
Price tier and parts channel decide who can realistically do the work — read this before you compare quotes.
The microwave drawer is what makes this brand a separate conversation. It is a built-in appliance with a motorised drawer mechanism, installed into cabinetry under a counter or beneath a wall oven, and that means two things. First, it is serviced like built-in equipment rather than like a countertop microwave, with the installation itself carrying value and the repair usually clearing the bar as a result. Second, a fault splits cleanly into two families — the drawer mechanism, and the cooking side. They have different parts and different prices, and saying which one you have saves a visit. Everything else about microwave safety applies unchanged: the cabinet is not homeowner territory.
- Price tier
- Mid-range · 1× typical new price
- Parts usually come from
- General parts retailers
- Brand-authorised technician
- Not usually required
- Appliance lines built
- 4
Who can do the work
Any qualified technician can take the job. Factory-authorised service mainly matters while the machine is still in its warranty period — outside it, an experienced independent is usually faster and cheaper.
Before you call about your Sharp
- On a drawer unit, say whether the problem is the drawer opening and closing or the food not heating. They are separate repairs with separate parts.
- The microwave cabinet is not homeowner territory at any skill level — the high-voltage capacitor stores a lethal charge with the unit unplugged.
- A drawer that opens partway or stops mid-travel points at the mechanism, its sensors or an obstruction rather than at the cooking side.
- A drawer microwave is fitted to cabinetry. Ask whether removal and refit are inside the labour figure.
- Because replacing a built-in means paying for fitting again, a repair here often makes sense where the same fault would total a countertop unit.
- Have the model number ready; drawer units are sized to their opening and the parts list follows the exact model.
Sharp appliance lines, and who services them here
What the nameplate covers, against how many listed businesses actually repair that category.
| Appliance | Sharp line | Listed pros | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher repair | Yes | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Microwave repair | Yes | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Oven & Range repair | Yes | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Refrigerator repair | Yes | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Dryer repair | Not this brand | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Freezer repair | Not this brand | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Washer repair | Not this brand | 2 | Parts & prices |
| Garbage Disposal repair | Not this brand | 1 | Parts & prices |
| Ice Maker repair | Not this brand | 1 | Parts & prices |
| Range Hood repair | Not this brand | 1 | Parts & prices |
| Trash Compactor repair | Not this brand | 1 | Parts & prices |
Common faults on Sharp categories
44 step-by-step guides cover the categories Sharp builds, spread across 4 of them below. Work through one before you pay a diagnostic fee.
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.
Oven Not Heating Evenly
Oven & RangeModerate45–90 minutes plus preheat timeDIY $0–$80Pro $150–$400
If the elements test good, the sensor matches its chart, the door seals and the oven still cannot hold a steady temperature, the relays on the control board that switch the elements are the usual remaining suspect — and a board is worth having confirmed by measurement before you buy one, since they run $150–$400 and are rarely returnable once fitted. On a gas oven, uneven baking that comes from a partially blocked burner tube, an incorrect orifice, or a burner that lights unevenly along its length is licensed trade work; a yellow, lifting or lazy flame in particular should be looked at by a qualified technician rather than adjusted at home.
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.
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.
Microwave Sparking Inside
MicrowaveEasy15–30 minutesDIY $6–$40Pro $150–$350
If arcing continues after a new waveguide cover, a clean cavity, and no metal present, the damage has reached the waveguide or the magnetron antenna cap. That is professional work — and on a countertop microwave costing $90 to $250 new, replacement almost always beats a $200 repair. Over-the-range and built-in units are worth having a technician assess. Any cavity with rust perforating the wall should be replaced rather than repaired, regardless of unit type, because a compromised cavity cannot contain microwave energy.
Oven Not Heating At All
Oven & RangeModerate30–75 minutesDIY $15–$110Pro $180–$450
On a gas oven, the safety valve is the part downstream of the igniter, and replacing it means opening the gas circuit. That is licensed work in most jurisdictions and should not be attempted as a DIY repair — call a qualified technician or your gas utility. On any oven, a failed control board or relay board is a $150–$400 part that should be confirmed by measurement rather than bought on a guess. And if any part of the wiring, terminal block or range cord shows scorching, that is an electrician's job before it is an appliance job.
Dishwasher Not Draining
DishwasherEasy20–60 minutesDIY $0–$80Pro $150–$350
If the drain path is clear end to end and the pump hums without moving water, the drain pump needs replacing — a $60–$150 part that is a moderate DIY job on some models and a machine-out, tip-it-over job on others. If the pump is completely silent during a forced drain and you have confirmed power at the machine, the control board is not commanding it, and that is a diagnosis worth paying for. A drain line that backs up into the sink as well as the dishwasher is a plumbing problem.
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.
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Sharp parts: cost and where to buy
The best-stocked parts situation in the trade. OEM components are easy to source, aftermarket equivalents exist for most of them, and a technician will often have the common failure on the van rather than ordering it.
For Sharp, 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.
| Part | Appliance | Typical price | DIY difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Filter | Refrigerator | $25–$60 | Easy |
| Door Gasket | Refrigerator | $30–$80 | Easy |
| Condenser Fan Motor | Refrigerator | $50–$150 | Moderate |
| Spray Arm | Dishwasher | $15–$40 | Easy |
| Inlet Valve | Dishwasher | $15–$40 | Moderate |
| Bake Element | Oven & Range | $15–$40 | Easy |
| Oven Temperature Sensor | Oven & Range | $15–$30 | Easy |
| Turntable Motor | Microwave | $15–$30 | Easy |
| Evaporator Fan Motor | Refrigerator | $40–$120 | Moderate |
| Start Relay and Overload | Refrigerator | $12–$45 | Easy |
| Water Inlet Valve | Refrigerator | $30–$95 | Moderate |
| Defrost Thermostat | Refrigerator | $15–$50 | Moderate |
| Defrost Heater | Refrigerator | $30–$95 | Advanced |
| Thermistor | Refrigerator | $10–$35 | Moderate |
| Ice Maker Assembly | Refrigerator | $80–$260 | Moderate |
| Main Control Board | Refrigerator | $90–$340 | Moderate |
| Drain Pump | Dishwasher | $35–$120 | Moderate |
| Door Latch and Switch Assembly | Dishwasher | $20–$80 | Easy |
| Heating Element | Dishwasher | $25–$85 | Moderate |
| Float Switch | Dishwasher | $10–$35 | Easy |
| Door Gasket | Dishwasher | $20–$75 | Easy |
| Rack Roller and Adjuster Kit | Dishwasher | $12–$50 | Easy |
| Detergent Dispenser | Dishwasher | $30–$100 | Moderate |
| Circulation Pump and Motor | Dishwasher | $90–$330 | Advanced |
| Broil Element | Oven & Range | $20–$75 | Easy |
| Oven Igniter | Oven & Range | $25–$90 | Moderate |
| Surface Burner Igniter | Oven & Range | $20–$95 | Moderate |
| Radiant Surface Element | Oven & Range | $25–$100 | Moderate |
| Infinite Switch | Oven & Range | $20–$70 | Moderate |
| Oven Door Gasket | Oven & Range | $20–$80 | Easy |
| Oven Door Hinges | Oven & Range | $30–$120 | Moderate |
| Electronic Control Board | Oven & Range | $90–$380 | Moderate |
| Door Interlock Switch Set | Microwave | $10–$40 | Moderate |
| Turntable Coupler and Roller Ring | Microwave | $8–$30 | Easy |
| Grease and Charcoal Filters | Microwave | $12–$45 | Easy |
| Cavity Lamp and Socket | Microwave | $5–$25 | Easy |
| Vent Fan Motor | Microwave | $40–$140 | Moderate |
| Control Board or Touchpad | Microwave | $50–$220 | Moderate |
| Magnetron | Microwave | $55–$190 | Advanced |
| High-Voltage Diode and Capacitor | Microwave | $10–$60 | Advanced |
Prices are typical ranges for the category, not Sharp quotes. OEM parts sit toward the top of each range; aftermarket toward the bottom.
Sharp repair by state
Every state with a listed Sharp business. Each opens the full list for that state with ratings, licensing and phone numbers.
More ways to find a Sharp technician
Only 2 listed businesses name Sharp directly. These indexes cover the whole directory — most general technicians will take the job. Ask when you call.
By appliance
Refrigerator repair676Dryer repair674Washer repair673Oven & Range repair672Dishwasher repair664Freezer repair402Microwave repair209Ice Maker repair147Garbage Disposal repair110Wine Cooler repair56Range Hood repair24Trash Compactor repair14
By state
Alabama AL18Alaska AK9Arizona AZ21Arkansas AR11California CA53Colorado CO24Connecticut CT16Delaware DE9Florida FL44Georgia GA19Hawaii HI13Idaho ID18Illinois IL18Indiana IN20Iowa IA9Kansas KS15Kentucky KY14Louisiana LA17Maine ME8Maryland MD16Massachusetts MA15Michigan MI24Minnesota MN21Mississippi MS11Missouri MO16Montana MT10Nebraska NE15Nevada NV13New Hampshire NH9New Jersey NJ18New Mexico NM9New York NY20North Carolina NC25North Dakota ND8Ohio OH29Oklahoma OK14Oregon OR17Pennsylvania PA21Rhode Island RI8South Carolina SC15South Dakota SD9Tennessee TN22Texas TX58Utah UT12Vermont VT8Virginia VA22Washington WA19West Virginia WV10Wisconsin WI15Wyoming WY8
Sharp repair — common questions
Do I need a technician authorised by Sharp, or will any repair company do?
Sharp sits in the mid-range tier. Any qualified technician can take the job. Factory-authorised service mainly matters while the machine is still in its warranty period — outside it, an experienced independent is usually faster and cheaper. 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 Sharp parts expensive, and where do they come from?
The best-stocked parts situation in the trade. OEM components are easy to source, aftermarket equivalents exist for most of them, and a technician will often have the common failure on the van rather than ordering it. For Sharp 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.
The drawer will not open properly. Is that expensive?
It is a mechanism fault rather than a cooking fault, which is generally the better of the two to have. The drawer runs on a motorised assembly with sensors confirming its position, and the usual causes are an obstruction, a worn or failed drive component, or a sensor no longer reporting correctly. Say exactly what it does — does not move at all, opens partway, opens and will not close, makes a noise — because those separate the possibilities before anyone arrives.
Should I repair a drawer microwave or replace it?
The install pushes this one toward repair more often than a countertop unit. A drawer microwave is sized to its cabinet opening and fitted into it, so replacement means the appliance plus the fitting, and sometimes discovering that current models do not match the opening. Get a like-for-like replacement-and-fit figure and judge the repair quote against that rather than against what a countertop microwave costs.
It heats unevenly. Is that a repair?
Check the simple causes first: an overloaded or badly positioned dish, a power level set below full, and whether the food had a chance to stand. Genuine uneven heating — cold in the middle with the edges scalding, consistently, across different foods — is worth a technician looking at, and it belongs to the cooking side rather than the drawer mechanism. Say which it is when you book, and never investigate inside the cabinet yourself.
How do I find Sharp repair near me?
This page lists 2 listed businesses across 2 states whose profile names Sharp 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 Sharp appliances can be repaired?
Sharp builds microwaves, including the drawer-style built-in format the brand is best known for, along with cooking, dishwashers and refrigeration. Listed Sharp pros currently cover refrigerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher, oven & range, microwave 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 Sharp 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 drawer unit, say whether the problem is the drawer opening and closing or the food not heating. They are separate repairs with separate parts. That is usually enough for a technician to quote accurately over the phone instead of quoting a range.
Is it worth repairing my Sharp appliance, or should I replace it?
The volume tier. These are the machines most technicians see most days, which is the single biggest advantage they have. The site's value estimator prices mid-range machines at 1× 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.
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Need Sharp 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.