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5 Best Appliance Repair Companies in Hamilton, ON (2026)

TenBestFind ranks 5 appliance repair companies in Hamilton, ON. Each company was checked against the criteria set out under How we chose. Lists name up to ten companies, and this one stops at 5 because only 5 met them. The list was last reviewed on October 27, 2026.

Sutton & Son Appliances and RTC Appliances lead our Hamilton appliance repair list, two long-running shops with 4.8 stars from 766 and 559 Google reviews. Same Day Fix, Hartek Pro and Pegasus Appliance Repair round out five companies that each hold at least 4.7 stars from 243 or more reviews, read on October 27, 2026.

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The Ranking

Our top 5 appliance repair companies in Hamilton

Hamilton's housing stock runs from century-old downtown brick to Mountain bungalows from the 1960s and 70s, and the appliances inside range from decades-old gas ranges to new smart fridges. Hard water and long winters shorten the life of dishwashers and washers, so a good local repair company earns its keep. Ontario has no general appliance repair licence, so the check that matters is different from the one in a licensed trade. Ask for a written estimate before work starts, which the Consumer Protection Act expects for most repairs. For gas stoves, ovens and dryers, ask whether the technician holds TSSA gas technician certification, and for electrical work ask about ESA requirements. Also confirm the business is registered and insured, and ask whether the service call fee is credited toward the repair.

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  1. 01

    Best for phone-first diagnosis from a long-running Hamilton shop

    Sutton & Son Appliances

    4.8(765 Google reviews)
    Best forPhone-first diagnosis from a long-running Hamilton shop
    In business98 years
    WarrantyManufacturer's warranty offered on repairs for almost all appliance brands, per the company website. Ask for exact parts and labour terms in writing.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.8 from 766 Google reviews, serving Hamilton since 1928 from its own Gage Avenue North head office.

    What we like

    • Free phone analysis before any visit
    • Technicians praised by name in reviews
    • Service call and diagnosis quoted as one price

    Things to consider

    • Weekday-only hours and no published licence or insurance numbers

    Services

    • Refrigerator repair
    • Washer and dryer repair
    • Oven and range repair
    • Dishwasher repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Phone-first diagnosis from a long-running Hamilton shop
    Service area
    Hamilton
    Address
    154 Gage Ave N
    Years in business
    98 years
    Warranty
    Manufacturer's warranty offered on repairs for almost all appliance brands, per the company website. Ask for exact parts and labour terms in writing.
    Credentials
    Manufacturer authorized service for most major brands
  2. 02

    Best for a family owned Hamilton Mountain shop with parts in stock

    RTC Appliances

    4.8(559 Google reviews)
    Best forHomeowners who want a long-established local shop with parts in stock
    In business50 years
    Warranty90 days on functional parts replaced, 6 months on labour for functional parts replaced, and 1 month on the service call for any problem with the appliance.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.8 from 559 Google reviews, family owned since 1976 with a 90-day parts and 6-month labour warranty.

    What we like

    • At the same Upper James address since 1976
    • Reviewers repeatedly praise David's clear explanations
    • Stocked trucks and an in-shop parts counter

    Things to consider

    • Weekdays only, and prices are given by phone

    Services

    • Refrigerator repair
    • Washer and dryer repair
    • Oven and range repair
    • Dishwasher repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Homeowners who want a long-established local shop with parts in stock
    Service area
    Hamilton
    Address
    610 Upper James St
    Years in business
    50 years
    Warranty
    90 days on functional parts replaced, 6 months on labour for functional parts replaced, and 1 month on the service call for any problem with the appliance.
    Credentials
    Member, Canadian Federation of Independent Business (over 40 years)
  3. 03

    Best for honest repair-or-replace advice from the owner himself

    Same Day Fix

    5.0(475 Google reviews)
    Best forFast, honest repair-or-replace advice from the owner himself
    In businessNot listed
    Warranty90 days on labour and 90 days on parts, as stated on the company website.
    EmergencyAvailable

    Why we picked them

    5.0 from 475 Google reviews, with owner-technician Sergiy praised by name and a 90-day warranty.

    What we like

    • Owner Sergiy does the repairs himself
    • Replies within the hour, visits in 2 to 3 hours
    • Will say so when replacing costs less than repairing

    Things to consider

    • No published street address, founding year or licence details

    Services

    • Refrigerator repair
    • Washer and dryer repair
    • Oven and range repair
    • Dishwasher repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Fast, honest repair-or-replace advice from the owner himself
    Service area
    Hamilton
    Warranty
    90 days on labour and 90 days on parts, as stated on the company website.
    Emergency service
    Available
  4. 04

    Best for same-day repair of Bosch, Samsung, LG and Whirlpool

    Hamilton Appliance Repair Hartek Pro

    5.0(257 Google reviews)
    Best forSame-day home repair of Bosch, Samsung, LG and Whirlpool appliances
    In business17 years
    Warranty90-day satisfaction guarantee on parts and labour on every repair, per the company website.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    5.0 from 257 Google reviews, with a 90-day guarantee on parts and labour and hours from 6 AM to 11 PM.

    What we like

    • Paul answers the phone himself
    • Open 6 AM to 11 PM, seven days
    • Free service call when you go ahead with the repair

    Things to consider

    • One lead technician, so booking depends on his schedule

    Services

    • Refrigerator repair
    • Washer and dryer repair
    • Oven and range repair
    • Dishwasher repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Same-day home repair of Bosch, Samsung, LG and Whirlpool appliances
    Service area
    Hamilton
    Years in business
    17 years
    Warranty
    90-day satisfaction guarantee on parts and labour on every repair, per the company website.
    Credentials
    Insured (stated by the company, no policy number published)
  5. 05

    Best for mainstream and high-end brands with an evening-hours diagnostic

    Pegasus Appliance Repair

    4.7(243 Google reviews)
    Best forHamilton homeowners with a mainstream or high-end brand who want a same-day diagnostic
    In business6 years
    WarrantyLimited warranty on parts and labour: 30 days labour on most residential repairs, parts carry the manufacturer warranty (typically 30 days to 1 year), and up to 1 year labour on some premium repairs. Terms are listed on the invoice.
    EmergencyNot listed

    Why we picked them

    4.7 from 243 Google reviews, with a Hamilton Mountain office open since December 2020 and a $99 diagnostic credited to the repair.

    What we like

    • Services Samsung, LG, Bosch, Miele, Sub-Zero and Wolf
    • $99 service call is credited toward the repair
    • Open until 9 p.m. on weekdays and Sundays

    Things to consider

    • Standard labour warranty is only 30 days

    Services

    • Refrigerator repair
    • Washer and dryer repair
    • Oven and range repair
    • Dishwasher repair
    Key details
    Best for
    Hamilton homeowners with a mainstream or high-end brand who want a same-day diagnostic
    Service area
    Hamilton
    Address
    775 Upper Wentworth St, Unit 13
    Years in business
    6 years
    Warranty
    Limited warranty on parts and labour: 30 days labour on most residential repairs, parts carry the manufacturer warranty (typically 30 days to 1 year), and up to 1 year labour on some premium repairs. Terms are listed on the invoice.
    Credentials
    WSIB registered

Side by Side

Compare the top appliance repair companies in Hamilton

Ranking position reflects our editorial review, not customer ratings.

Editorial comparison of the 5 ranked companies. Customer ratings, where shown, come from the source named on each company profile.
RankCompanyBest forKey servicesService areaGoogle ratingEmergencyProfile
01Sutton & Son AppliancesPhone-first diagnosis from a long-running Hamilton shopRefrigerator repair, Washer and dryer repair, Oven and range repairHamilton4.8(765)Not listedView
02RTC AppliancesHomeowners who want a long-established local shop with parts in stockRefrigerator repair, Washer and dryer repair, Oven and range repairHamilton4.8(559)Not listedView
03Same Day FixFast, honest repair-or-replace advice from the owner himselfRefrigerator repair, Washer and dryer repair, Oven and range repairHamilton5.0(475)YesView
04Hamilton Appliance Repair Hartek ProSame-day home repair of Bosch, Samsung, LG and Whirlpool appliancesRefrigerator repair, Washer and dryer repair, Oven and range repairHamilton5.0(257)Not listedView
05Pegasus Appliance RepairHamilton homeowners with a mainstream or high-end brand who want a same-day diagnosticRefrigerator repair, Washer and dryer repair, Oven and range repairHamilton4.7(243)Not listedView

Coverage

Appliance repair companies serving Hamilton and nearby areas

Most companies in this ranking work across Ontario and the surrounding suburbs. Coverage and travel fees vary, so confirm your address is inside the service area before scheduling.

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Nearby rankings

Service coverage across Hamilton. Individual company areas are listed on each profile.

Methodology

How we chose the best appliance repair companies in Hamilton

We searched Google Maps for appliance repair in Hamilton and kept companies with a working website of their own, a rating of 4.5 or higher, at least 50 Google reviews, an operational listing and a real Hamilton presence. We rejected template and doorway sites, retailers, HVAC firms and companies that serve Hamilton only as a sideline. Only five companies passed, so this list has five entries rather than ten. Entries are ordered by Google review volume among those that passed. Ratings and review counts were read on October 27, 2026. No company paid for a place.

Read our full ranking methodology
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Hiring

How to choose an appliance repair company in Hamilton

  1. Have the model number ready

    It is on a sticker inside the door or on the back. With it, a technician can tell you on the phone whether they service the brand and stock the part.

  2. Ask about the diagnostic fee

    Most companies charge one. Ask how much it is and whether it is taken off the repair if you go ahead.

  3. Check the warranty first

    If the appliance is still under the manufacturer's warranty, an unauthorized repair can void it. Ask whether the company is an authorized servicer.

  4. Get the repair priced before work starts

    Parts and labour should be quoted once the fault is found, not added up at the end.

  5. Compare repair against replacement

    On an older machine, a repair that costs more than half of a new one is rarely worth it. A good technician will tell you so.

  6. Ask what the repair warranty covers

    Parts and labour are often warrantied separately, for different lengths of time.

Questions to ask before hiring

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Red flags

  • A refusal to say what the diagnostic visit costs
  • Pressure to replace the appliance before it has been looked at
  • A repair price that changes after the work is done
  • No warranty on the repair at all
  • Payment demanded for a part before it is ordered, with no receipt

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FAQ

Appliance repair companies in Hamilton FAQs

Is there a licence for appliance repair in Hamilton?

No, Ontario has no general appliance repair licence, so there is nothing to look up for most repairs. For gas stoves, ovens and dryers, ask whether the technician holds TSSA gas technician certification, and for electrical work ask about ESA requirements. Also ask for proof of insurance and a written estimate before work starts, which the Consumer Protection Act expects for most repairs.

Is it worth repairing an old appliance instead of replacing it?

Often yes when the repair costs well under half the price of a comparable new unit and the appliance is under about ten years old. Regular upkeep such as cleaning dryer vents and fridge coils also extends life. Ask the technician for a written quote and an honest repair-or-replace opinion before you agree to work.

Do Hamilton appliance repair companies cover Dundas, Ancaster and the Mountain?

Most of the companies on this list serve the lower city, the Mountain, Dundas, Ancaster, Stoney Creek and Waterdown. RTC Appliances works from Upper James Street on the Mountain and Sutton & Son from Gage Avenue North. Confirm your postal code and any travel fee when you book.

Editorial Record

About this ranking

Originally published
October 2026
Last reviewed
October 2026
Companies evaluated
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