Universal Appliance Co. provides appliance service throughout Orange County since 1986 with the highest quality of repairs on all major household appliances. We specialize in built-in refrigerators from Sub-Zero, KitchenAid and GE Monogram manufacturers, and our highly trained and experienced staff obtains the knowledge and skills to perform service on any makes and model of major household appliances. Whatever your appliance repair needs, we will provide you with prompt and professional workmanship and no additional service charge for repairs...Also available at our new number (800) 557-7882
Business highlights
39 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Our Services Include: Refrigerator Washer Dryer Dishwasher Gas & electric stoves and ovens Microwave oven
Description of Work: repaired dishwasher. Everything went fine
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
CHANDRA C.
01/2016
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The stacked washer/dryer unit had been temporarily moved out of the hallway closet when the flooring was being replaced in that area. When this unit was placed back in its location, dryer was running but without any heat. Jay determined that the gas had not been turned back on for the washer/dryer. It was fixed within a couple of minutes of his arrival.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$65
Todd L.
07/2014
1.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
When he arrived, his tone was curt and English a bit off, but we really needed the work done and I assumed he was an expert. He did not offer me the broken parts, as required by California law. The repair of the dryer failed immediately. He refused to fix it. We had another repairman out who reported that vent was nearly blocked by the previous repair among other issues that left him scratching his head. The second repairman fixed it properly and charged us $60 less.
Description of Work: Overcharged us, repair immediately failed, refused to honor warranty.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$200
Richard H.
01/2014
4.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Sharon P.
09/2013
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
Very good service, timely, professional.
Description of Work: Replaced compressor
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$182
Dennis O.
07/2013
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
Service call lasted about 1.5 hours. The repair work was done cleanly and professionally. He communicated clearly what he was doing and explained and showed me the problem with my refrigerator system. He explained the options clearly and let me decide the final course of action. I felt no pressure which option to choose. I chose the least cost option and happy about the outcome. I would recommend him to others and use him again when / if I need additional appliance repair work.
Description of Work: Diagnosed why my refrigerator was not cooling down. Provided an estimate of different options. Added refrigerant and monitored the system for 40 minutes after the repair was effective.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$185
KATHY J.
01/2013
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
All went well. We did learn that w/our Bosch oven that replacement parts cost more! But the work was done smoothly, no mess etc.
Description of Work: The hinges on our oven were broken and needed to be replaced. They had to be special ordered and were installed in time so that we could use the oven, especially with Thanksgiving right around the corner. Our technician was very professional and we would use them again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Mary F.
12/2012
5.0
appliance repair
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'Everything went great and the fact that I got this done on the same day I called, could not be happier!!
Description of Work: I called the company on the 18th of December 2012 after signing up on Angie's List. I didn't have a clue on were to turn. I have an Amana refrigerator that is 2 and 1/2 years old. The top fridge(not freezer) was not cold. Seeing as it's the holidays I really needed my fridge to be working correctly. I've had bad luck with appliance's lately, I'm on my 3rd dishwasher in 10 years and as you can see by my fridge was not very old. Too say they aren't making them like they used too is putting it midly, I'm still using my over 20 year old washer and dryer!! But anyway I'm straying. Jeff showed up about 40 minutes later than he said, but this is a same day repair for me so I overlooked that. He found the problem pretty much right away and began the job of repair, I'm very thankful that he had this part on his truck!! Hey did a very effeiciant and neat job and was very friendly. The part was pricey as was the labor, but people and things aren't for free!!! If I do need this type of service in future, I will call back! Kathy
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$332.3
Janet H.
11/2012
4.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
I called Universal, as I had used them before with good results. I was promised a visit form a tech on a certain day, and he never showed up. I called and after they and quot;tracked him downand quot; he was at my door within two hours. He barely looked at the oven and said his tools had been stolen from his truck, so he was unable to do any repairs or estimates at this time. To his credit, I was not charged for the call. I called the company and got the same story, so felt kind of sorry for the guy and I decided to give them another try. Rescheduling was now two weeks out ... BUT he did show up ... at 5:30pm, when his time window was between 2:00 and 5:00. We had dinner guests coming at 6:00, so it was an interetsing mix of folks in the kitchen, as we all got to watch his fairly simple fix of recalibrating the fan on the oven. Entertainment at no extra charge! Although it took four weeks to finally get a technician to our home, he did a fine job on the repair and the price, at $99.00, was certainly fair! I would call them again, as they seem to be the only certified Thermadore techs in our area.
Description of Work: My seven year old Thermadore Professional oven stopped working (the stove top was fine) and as this was a huge investment for us, I needed a repair from a reputable company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
Sandra N.
09/2012
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
,I have a large GE Monogram and things were starting to thaw in the freezer, I was afraid I would be looking at a huge expense to replace or repair it as well as lose all the thawing food. Jay came out late on the same day I called and found a timer that was malfunctioning, it was visibly in need of replacement. Unfortunately this did not totally fix the problem, When I called Jay back he came out the next day and found the coolant needed recharging. He was very pleasant and completed the work quickly, very reasonable price, I would definitely recommend him for appliance repairs.
Description of Work: Replaced malfunctioning timer and added valve and charged cooling system in 10 year old GE Monogram refrigerator.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$290
Yorie K.
08/2012
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
My refrigerator was acting up before I went on my vacation (refrigerator secton was getting warmer). When I came home, some of the food were spoiled and frozen food were all melted. I saw Angieslist on TV several time and I wanted to try it. I joined Angieslist and started looking for a large appliance repair places. I did not know how to pick from the list. I checked several names but I still was not sure which one to pick. So, I went into BBB site and I got the Universal Appliance which was rated A+. Then, I went back to the Angieslist and found the Universal Appliance on the list. I sent an e-mail to them (Friday afternoon) and they called me back the next day. He (Jay) was able to come Saturday afternoon and found out what was wrong with my refrigerator. It was the timing switch that was supposed to defrost the ice periodically. It was not working and ice built up in the freezer panel. He was able to remove the ice and repair the switch within one hour. It has been 5 days since I got the repair, it is working as it should. I am very happy with the Universal Appliance. I would use them again and recommend to all my friends as well.
Description of Work: They replaced the timing device (auto defrosting) and removed ice built up in the freezer panel.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$245
Kenneth L.
07/2012
4.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
They were quick and punctual. They knew how to replace the ice maker and it came with a 90 day warranty.
Description of Work: The appointment was originally set between 2-4 PM. They called at 3:10 PM to say they would be late and arrived after 4 PM. They replaced an ice maker in a Samsung refrigerator in about 30-45 minutes. They did not have any rags or cleaning clothes to wipe up the melted ice. Fortunately, the refrigerator was in the garage. The replacement ice maker was $150, labor was $100. They did give an Angies list discount of 10% and meekly solicited a $10 tip. They did not clean up after themselves and the next day we found items that they had taken out of the freezer and not placed back in the freezer. We lost some homemade burritos because of this.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$235
Glenn B.
12/2010
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
Was done perfectly. Not much more to say. Please note that I have been using Universal Appliance for over 10 years now and every visit has been on time and under budget.
Description of Work: Install of new washer and gas dryer, including gas supply work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Michael F.
08/2005
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THEY HAVE REPAIRED APPLIANCES IN OUR HOME. THEY ARE ALWAYS TIMELY, COURTEOUS AND DO QUALITY WORK AT A VERY FAIR PRICE. I WILL ALWAYS CALL THEM FOR OUR REPAIRS.
Description of Work: THEIR TECHNICIANS REPLACED A SEAL KIT ON OUR WASHER, ALONG WITH A FAULTY WATER PUMP.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$210
08/2005
3.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
HE IS AN INDEPENDENT GUY. I CALLED HIM AND TOLD HIM WHAT I NEEDED. HE WAS IN DIRTY CLOTHES. I JUST PAID HIM TO DO WHAT HE DID. I THINK THAT IT WAS HIGH PRICED, BUT IT DID NOT MATTER.
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Service Categories
Appliance Repair,
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FAQ
UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 AM
UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY does not offer free project estimates.
No, UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY offers emergency services.
Yes, UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY offers warranties.
UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE COMPANY offers the following services: Our Services Include: Refrigerator Washer Dryer Dishwasher Gas & electric stoves and ovens Microwave oven