James C Beardsley Appliance Service

Description of Work: Dishwasher would not drain water. Suspected broken pump. He determined pump was good, but there was a clog in the line somewhere and he worked to eliminate the clog--it was likely internal to the pump, After water was drained the pump was giving off a weird sound and he indicated that there was something solid inside or something broken. Washer is at least 8-10 years old and he recommend purchasing a new one instead of repair (he does not sell dishwashers). So, instead of charging a lot for repair, I paid him for the service call.

Description of Work: This is actually the second time we have used James. The first time was to fix the ice maker in our freezer. This time it was to fix our oven. Like other reviewers, our oven stopped working after a cleaning cycle. After talking with him on the phone, he knew exactly what to do. It took a couple of days to get the part and about 20 minutes for him to install. He is probably not the lowest cost provider, but he responds very quickly and shows up when he says he is going to. I think he is honest and we will use him in the future.

Description of Work: My dishwasher had stopped working. Being that the dishwasher was 7 years old and has had lots of use, I was a little concerned that the pricey electronic panel had gone out. I called Mr. Beardsley, he was out to look at the dishwasher the next day, promptly at the time he had mentioned. He quickly diagnosed the problem, ordered a part over the phone, and said he would be back that afternoon to install some do-hicky. The part was much less than we had planned and the dishwasher works like new.

Description of Work: I've used Beardsley twice: both times with the same result - buying a new major appliance. He charges $75 (plus tax) for each estimate, and in both cases, found something that resulted in his stating I needed a new appliance. The date given above is incorrect, but date's a required field for this report. First, it was a refrigerator in an old duplex I owned. It was less than a year old but had been left without electricity and with the door closed for several weeks. He said roaches had gotten in the motor and it would be impossible to clean, might even have some electrical problem. Next, it was a clothes washing machine (the front-loading, expensive kind.) With this, he found a small screw that had caused damage to the large, rubbery sealing gasket around the door, which had nothing to do with the problem I'd called about. The replacement of this was quite expensive (I forget how much since I had immediately decided it was too much, especially coupled with the cost of repairing what I'd called him for, for me to invest on a four-year-old machine,) so I asked him just to fix the part I'd called him about, which had to do with replacing a broken water hose inside the machine which had broken in the hard freeze we had. He said he wouldn't because if I didn't replace the gasket, water might get into the motor and cause a shock. Then he recommended I buy from the same place he'd recommended for a new fridge the last time. He collected his money for the estimate, and left. Things started to bother me later when I reviewed what had occurred. First, Beardsley is a huge man. He has a giant girth. In other words, he's grossly fat. His breathing is even labored. My laundry room is tiny, with little room to move around in. When I thought back to the fridge I'd called him about, I realized he'd have to work in a small area, too. In both cases, he made it sound like there was no hope, other than pay a small fortune, for repairing the appliances. However, I don't trust him. Why was he fooling around the washing machine seal? It wasn't by the pipe where water had been spewing out. With the fridge, why would there be a roach problem now, when there hadn't been one before - especially considering there was nothing there for them to eat? Then it struck me. He'd gotten over $150 from me without having to do much more than look around for a problem. Why should he bother to fix anything when he charges so much for an estimate? The estimate doesn't seem so much when you think it'll be applied to the repair job you expect he'll do, but for doing next to nothing, it does. And why would he have to get down, squeeze his bulk into a tiny space or fiddle around near the floor for a period of time when he can make $75 plus just for showing up and concocting a scenario? Why have I waited so long to report this? Well, I'm pretty easy-going, but this has sizzled somewhere on the back-burners 'til it's gotten good and hot (I've been fooled twice! Shame on.... ) so when this request from Angie's List came up again for a report, I decided to take the time. Sorry I didn't do so sooner.

Description of Work: Mr. Beardsley called me back immediately after my first call and he came the next day. He did a fabulous job in a very quick time. I have no hesitation in recommending him. Great job!

Description of Work: Repair of a Jenn Aire stove top. Mr. Beardley did lots of research trying to find a part or a way to repair a fan switch that is not longer available. He is very honest and goes beyond the call to try to fix things. This was my second time to use him for repair.

Description of Work: He worked on the clothes washer.

Description of Work: Mr. Beardsley inspected a broken dishwasher and drained it to remove stinky water. Because he was headed for vacation the next day, he informed me that he would not be in town the next week when the required part arrived. He referred me to another repair service. He declined to charge because he did not have the resources to complete the job.

Description of Work: Came & fixed the dryer

Description of Work: I needed a repair on a Sears clothes washer. James does not cover the Round Rock area, but ndiagnosed my problemt over the pone was able to refer me to a great local company in Round Rock who came out to do the repair that day.

Description of Work: James has taken care of our appliances for many years and the service has always been excellent.

Description of Work: Quickly and efficiently repaired dryer. He also helped with our stove.

Description of Work: Replaced malfunctioning oven display.

Description of Work: The problem was water leaking underneath the refrigerator. James found the source of the leak and repaired it quickly and efficiently. The charge was very reasonable.

Description of Work: Mr. Beardsley called me back within one hour of my call. He consulted with me by phone concerning my appliance problem. He advised replacement and made some suggestions as to replacement products. This was all at no charge. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable.

Description of Work: Refrigerator was not cooling, Appeared to be either the compressor or electrical problem.