Portsmouth, RI
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Refrigerator Repair · Washer Repair · Dryer Repair +3 more
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Rhode Island
Appliance repair in Portsmouth, RI
One company on record. Rinfret's Appliance Service is listed below with a direct number — there is no lead fee and no middleman.
Typical cost: $50–$120 for the diagnostic visit and $100–$500 for the repair itself, depending on the appliance — Rinfret's Appliance Service services dishwasher, dryer, freezer and 3 more.
Listed Portsmouth addresses fall in ZIP code 02871. Vans travel well past their own ZIP, so give yours on the call and ask whether a trip charge applies.
- Repair pro
- 1
- Average rating
- 4.5
- Reviews
- 20
- Licensed
- 1
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1 repair pro in Portsmouth
The only company on file with a Portsmouth address.
What the record shows about Rinfret's Appliance Service
Taken from this company’s own listing — including what it leaves out.
“BBB A+ accredited Portsmouth appliance repair. Serving Aquidneck Island and southeastern Rhode Island.”
Rinfret's Appliance Service, on its own listing
Rinfret's Appliance Service is the only appliance repair company on file with a Portsmouth address, at 151 Chase Road #1 in ZIP 02871. It lists 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM on weekdays and is closed at weekends. Its own profile names Newport, Middletown, Tiverton, and Little Compton in the area it covers, so it is not limited to Portsmouth — though that is its claim rather than a boundary we can verify. The record carries both a licence and liability insurance, 6 appliance types it services, 8 brands it works with, and a direct phone number. It does not say how long it has been trading — worth asking on the call, and see the checks below before you book.
- Serving Aquidneck Island
- Has website
With no second company in Portsmouth, a weekend breakdown means calling one based elsewhere in the state — ask whether it will travel to your ZIP and what the trip charge is.
Places Rinfret's Appliance Service says it covers
Its claim, not a verified boundary — and not a distance: this directory holds no coordinates.
- Newport
- Middletown
- Tiverton
- Little Compton
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What appliance repair costs in Portsmouth
Every appliance Portsmouth pros service, with the diagnostic fee, the typical repair, and what a replacement would cost instead.
| Appliance | In Portsmouth | Diagnostic | Typical repair | New unit | Avg. life |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher repair | 1 | $50–$100 | $150–$300 | $700 | 10 yrs |
| Dryer repair | 1 | $50–$100 | $100–$350 | $750 | 12 yrs |
| Freezer repair | 1 | $50–$120 | $150–$400 | $600 | 15 yrs |
| Oven & Range repair | 1 | $50–$120 | $100–$500 | $1,000 | 14 yrs |
| Refrigerator repair | 1 | $50–$120 | $200–$400 | $1,200 | 14 yrs |
| Washer repair | 1 | $50–$100 | $150–$350 | $800 | 11 yrs |
Diagnostic and repair figures are national ranges, not quotes. New-unit prices and service life are the averages behind our appliance value estimator. The pro count is the number of listed companies here that name that appliance.
These are national bands, not quotes for Portsmouth, RI — labor tracks local wages while the part costs much the same anywhere. What each repair costs breaks the figures down by appliance, and repair or replace sets a quote against what the appliance is still worth.
Check what your appliance is worthCommon faults, and what you can fix yourself
Matched to the appliances Portsmouth pros actually service. Every guide states the DIY cost against the pro cost.
- Dishwasher Not Cleaning — Find Out What It Is Short Of · DishwasherDIY $0–$70
- Dryer Not Heating — Electric and Gas, Diagnosed in Order · DryerDIY $5–$70
- Freezer Frost Buildup — Diagnose the Defrost System · FreezerDIY $15–$150
- Oven Not Heating Evenly — Map the Problem Before You Fix It · Oven & RangeDIY $0–$80
- Refrigerator Not Cooling — Narrow It Down Before You Buy Parts · RefrigeratorDIY $0–$150
- Washer Won't Drain — Work the Blockage Path in Order · WasherDIY $0–$130
How to choose an appliance repair pro in Rhode Island
Six checks that take a few minutes on the phone and decide whether the rest of the job goes well.
We publish what a company states about itself and link to its own number — we do not sell leads and we do not vet anyone on your behalf. With one company based here, the verification below matters more than usual: confirm the paperwork, then the price, in that order.
- Ask for the license number, then verify it yourself
- Get proof of liability insurance, not a verbal assurance
- Require EPA certification for any sealed-system work
- Separate the diagnostic fee from the estimate
- Put the warranty term on the estimate
- Pay on completion, and keep the itemized invoice
Portsmouth coverage and ZIP codes
The ZIP codes on file and the other Rhode Island cities in the directory.
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How much does appliance repair cost in Portsmouth?
A diagnostic visit runs $50–$120 and the repair $100–$500, depending on the appliance — the table on this page gives the band for each one Rinfret's Appliance Service services. These are national ranges, not quotes for Portsmouth.
Who repairs appliances in Portsmouth, RI?
Rinfret's Appliance Service is the only appliance repair company on file with a Portsmouth address, at 151 Chase Road #1, and can be reached on (401) 324-6159. Its own profile also names Newport, Middletown, Tiverton and Little Compton in the area it covers. No other company in Rhode Island names Portsmouth in its service area, so if it cannot take the job, work down the other Rhode Island cities listed here and confirm your ZIP on the call.
Which appliances does Rinfret's Appliance Service work on?
Its record names 6 appliance types: dishwasher, dryer, freezer, oven & range, refrigerator and washer. The table on this page gives the diagnostic fee and typical repair cost for each, alongside what a replacement would cost instead.
Can I get emergency appliance repair in Portsmouth?
Rinfret's Appliance Service is the only company based in Portsmouth. It lists 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM on weekdays and is closed at weekends. It does not advertise an after-hours line, so for a weekend or late-night breakdown you will need a company based elsewhere in Rhode Island — ask whether it will travel to your ZIP and what the trip charge is.
What appliance brands can be repaired in Portsmouth?
Portsmouth technicians most commonly service Bosch, Frigidaire, GE, KitchenAid, LG, Maytag — Bosch alone is listed by 1 of the 1 companies in Portsmouth. Confirm your exact model before scheduling — built-in and luxury units often need a brand-authorized technician.
Are Portsmouth appliance repair technicians licensed and insured?
Rinfret's Appliance Service lists both a license and liability insurance on its record, and carries BBB A+ Accredited. Appliance repair is licensed state by state and sometimes by city or county, never nationally, so ask for the number it works under and verify it with the issuing authority. Sealed-system refrigerant work legally requires an EPA Section 608 certified technician anywhere in the US.
Is it worth repairing an appliance in Portsmouth or should I replace it?
Replace once the quote passes about half the price of a comparable new unit and the appliance is past roughly two-thirds of its service life. Under both thresholds, repairing wins; the table on this page carries both figures.
What if no Portsmouth company covers my ZIP code?
Appliance repair companies routinely travel beyond the city they are based in. Providence (3 pros), Johnston (2 pros), Saunderstown (1 pro) and Warwick (1 pro) are also listed in Rhode Island — call and confirm they cover your ZIP and ask whether a trip charge applies outside their core area.
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