Washing machine service

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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• isolate power and water and confirm safe working conditions; use PPE and contain any water spillage
• inspect door seal, drum, hoses and inlet valve for wear, blockages and leaks
• clean detergent drawer and pump filter, remove lint and foreign objects
• run diagnostic cycles, read fault codes and test heater, motor and sensors
• replace or refit agreed parts such as seals, hoses, filters or pumps
• provide advice on limescale, detergent use and whether further repairs are needed
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £80 | £120 | First 30–60 minutes on site |
Labour per hour | £45 | £80 | charged for time beyond minimum |
Materials | £15 | £160 | small parts to major components (pump, heater, PCB) |
Disposal | £0 | £25 | small part recycling; full machine disposal is extra |
Extras (e.g. emergency or mileage) | £30 | £90 | out-of-hours, long-distance travel or urgent call-outs |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £120 | £320 | most routine services and minor repairs fall in this range |
Time on Site
Most routine services take 45 minutes–2 hours. Fault diagnosis and parts replacement can extend time to 2–4 hours or require a follow-up visit if parts must be ordered.
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• will you perform a full service or only diagnostic work?
• what is the call-out charge and the hourly labour rate beyond the minimum?
• do you carry common replacement parts for my make and model or will you need to order them?
• what warranty do you provide on parts and labour?
• if you can’t finish the repair today, will there be an additional visit charge?
• how do you handle disposal of replaced parts or a whole machine and is there an extra fee?
How to Avoid Surprises
• clear space around the machine and remove stored items
• have the machine model and serial number and purchase or installation date to hand
• provide parking or access details if on-street or in a restricted area
• turn off power and water supply if it is safe to do so before the visit
• tell the tradie about previous faults, leaks or mould and keep pets away during the visit
• check whether common parts are carried or if a return visit will be needed
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