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Microwave repair in Northern Virginia.

Over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves are worth fixing, and we repair them safely in your kitchen.

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Microwave repaired by E&A technicians in Northern Virginia

Over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves

We repair over-the-range microwaves, built-in and trim-kit microwaves, microwave drawers, convection microwaves and combination wall ovens from GE, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Samsung, LG, Bosch, Thermador and other brands.

A small countertop microwave is rarely worth a service call, but an over-the-range or built-in model is a different story: it's mounted or built in, often doubles as the range hood, and costs much more to replace and install. Common repairs include the magnetron, the high-voltage diode and capacitor, door switches, the turntable motor, and the vent fan and lights.

What we repair

  • Over-the-range
  • Built-in and trim-kit
  • Microwave drawers
  • Convection microwaves
  • Combination wall ovens

Brands we repair: GE, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Samsung, LG, Bosch, Thermador, Frigidaire.

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Common problems

Why it runs but doesn't heat.

The microwave problems we're called for most, what usually causes them, and what you can safely check before we arrive.

Microwave not heating, but it runs

The turntable turns and the light is on, but food stays cold. That usually means the magnetron, which makes the microwaves, or the high-voltage diode or capacitor that powers it, has failed. A door switch can also cause it.

Try this firstDon't open the case: microwaves store a dangerous charge even when unplugged.

Microwave sparking or arcing inside

Sparks usually come from a burned or greasy waveguide cover (the small panel on the inside wall), chipped paint inside the cavity, or metal in the dish. Keep using it and the damage can spread to the magnetron.

Try this firstStop using it, switch it off at the breaker if you can't reach the plug, and wipe the inside once it's cool.

Microwave not working at all, no display

A blown internal fuse, often caused by a failing door switch, or a control board fault can leave a microwave completely dead.

Try this firstCheck the breaker and reset it if it has tripped.

Microwave stops when the door is touched

Microwaves use several door switches to make sure they never run with the door open. When one wears, the microwave stops, or won't start, if the door moves at all.

Try this firstMake sure nothing is stopping the door from closing fully.

Microwave turntable not turning

A worn turntable motor or a broken coupler under the tray stops the turntable, and food heats unevenly as a result.

Try this firstReseat the glass tray and the roller ring underneath.

Microwave vent fan or lights not working

On an over-the-range microwave, the vent fan and cooktop lights are part of the unit. A failed fan motor, a switch or the control board can stop them, and grease-clogged filters make the fan work harder.

Try this firstClean or replace the grease filters underneath the microwave.

Repair or replace

Is it worth fixing?

An honest answer, and the price, before any work starts.

Microwaves typically last about nine years. A built-in or over-the-range microwave is usually worth repairing, especially when the fault is a door switch, a fuse, the turntable motor or the vent fan.

A magnetron replacement costs more, so on an older model the technician will help you weigh it against a new microwave, including the cost of installing one.

9

Years: the typical life of a microwave

50%

The repair-or-replace rule of thumb

60

Day guarantee on parts and labor

20+

Years of repair experience

Make your microwave last longer

How a repair works

How a microwave repair works.

Four clear steps, and you know the price before any work begins.

  1. 01

    Tell us what's wrong

    Call (571) 268-5367 or book online, Monday to Saturday, 7 AM to 7 PM. The appliance, the brand and what it's doing is all we need.

  2. 02

    We find the fault

    The technician tests the parts in your home and explains what failed in plain words. You approve the price before any work starts.

  3. 03

    We replace the part

    The right part for your model goes in, and everything goes back together the way it came apart.

  4. 04

    Tested and guaranteed

    We test it and clean up before we leave. Parts and labor are covered for 60 days.

Service areas

Microwave repair across Northern Virginia and the DMV.

From our base in Aldie, across Loudoun, Fairfax and Prince William counties every day.

Our technicians repair microwaves in homes across Loudoun County, in Aldie, Ashburn, Brambleton, South Riding, Leesburg, Sterling and Purcellville; across Fairfax County, in Chantilly, Centreville, Herndon, Reston, Fairfax, Vienna and McLean; in Gainesville, Haymarket and Manassas in Prince William County; and in Arlington.

Elsewhere in the DMV, including Washington, DC and nearby Maryland, we take appointments as the schedule allows. See every area we serve.

Aldiehome Middleburg5 mi Brambleton5 mi South Riding8 mi Ashburn10 mi Leesburg11 mi The Plains11 mi Hamilton11 mi Haymarket11 mi Sterling12 mi Purcellville12 mi Gainesville13 mi Chantilly13 mi Round Hill13 mi Herndon14 mi Marshall14 mi Waterford15 mi Centreville15 mi Reston16 mi Manassas Park16 mi Manassas18 mi Bristow18 mi Great Falls19 mi Clifton19 mi Nokesville19 mi Oakton20 mi Warrenton20 mi Fairfax20 mi Vienna21 mi Fairfax Station21 mi McLean25 mi Falls Church26 mi Annandale26 mi Springfield28 mi Arlington30 mi Woodbridge30 mi Alexandria34 mi

FAQ

Microwave repair questions

Still unsure? Call (571) 268-5367 and ask a real person.

Is it safe to repair a microwave myself?

No. Microwaves store a dangerous high-voltage charge in the capacitor, even when unplugged. Internal repairs should always be left to a trained technician.

Is it worth repairing an over-the-range microwave?

Usually, yes. It's mounted above the range, often doubles as the range hood, and replacing it means removal and installation as well as the new unit. Door switches, fuses and fan motors are very reasonable repairs.

Do you repair microwave drawers?

Yes. We repair microwave drawers from Bosch, Thermador, KitchenAid, GE and other brands, as well as built-in and over-the-range models.

Why does my microwave turn off by itself?

Usually a worn door switch, a cooling fan that has stopped so the microwave overheats, or a control fault. Stop using it and call us if it happens more than once.

How much does microwave repair cost?

It depends on what has failed. The technician diagnoses your microwave in your home, explains the problem and gives you the price before any work begins, so you decide. Call (571) 268-5367 for the current service call fee.

Do you offer microwave repair near me?

If you live in Northern Virginia, almost certainly. We're based in Aldie and repair microwaves across Loudoun, Fairfax and Prince William counties every day, from Ashburn, Leesburg and South Riding to Chantilly, Reston, Fairfax and Manassas, and we take appointments elsewhere in the DMV, including Washington, DC and nearby Maryland.

Other appliances we repair

Book your microwave repair.

Same-day service is available across Northern Virginia. Call or book online, Monday to Saturday, 7 AM to 7 PM.

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