A GE Monogram microwave had a seized turntable and had stopped heating.
Repair: Replaced the magnetron and the turntable motor.
Bethesda, MD
Microwave Repair in Bethesda, MD
We repair over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves in Bethesda, from units that run but won't heat to drawers that won't open. You get the price before any work.
Appliance Surgeon offers same-day and next-day visits to Bethesda homes and buildings. The $75 diagnostic visit is credited to the repair, labor starts at $200 on about 9 in 10 repairs, and every repair carries a 90-day parts-and-labor warranty.
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Same-day and next-day visits.
Open 7 days until 10 PM (Sundays from 10 AM)
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
90-day warranty on parts and labor, and a written quote before any work starts.
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Bethesda notes
Microwave drawers and built-ins in Bethesda
In a lot of Bethesda kitchen remodels, the microwave moved out of sight, into a drawer under the counter or a built-in cabinet next to the wall oven. Those units cost more than a countertop microwave, so a repair often makes sense even for a fault that would mean replacing a cheaper unit.
One job listed below is a good example. A GE Monogram microwave in Bethesda had a seized turntable and had stopped heating, and the fix was a new magnetron and turntable motor. A microwave that runs, lights up and spins but doesn't warm food usually has a magnetron, high-voltage diode or capacitor problem. The high-voltage capacitor can hold a dangerous charge even after the microwave is unplugged, which is why this isn't a do-it-yourself repair.
Over-the-range microwaves have their own issues. They double as range hoods, so grease builds up on the filters and the vent fan. If the vent fan is noisy or the light is out, that's often a simpler repair than the heating side.
Microwave drawers mostly fail at the drawer mechanism: a drawer that won't open, opens partway or doesn't close fully. That's usually a motor, a gear or a latch switch, and it can be done in place.
Completed repairs
Completed microwave repair in Bethesda
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Nearby requests
Microwave repair requests near Bethesda
A Jenn-Air microwave had a dead interior light (an over-the-range unit that has to come off the wall to service).
What our technicians usually find: the bulb or its socket.
A GE microwave had a loose handle coming away from the door.
What our technicians usually find: the door latch, door switches or handle mounting.
Microwave repair in WashingtonCompany data; customer details are kept private. “What our technicians usually find” is the common cause of that problem, confirmed by our team. The technician confirms the cause on site before quoting.
Repair details
Before the technician arrives
The checklist our technicians follow on every visit is on the Microwave Repair page.
Before the visit:
Do not open the cabinet yourself. Unplug the microwave if it sparks, smells burnt or operates with a damaged door.
Helpful guides
Microwave Repair guides from our technicians
Before you book in Bethesda, MD, these guides explain the most common symptoms, which checks are safe to try yourself, and when a technician should take over. All guides.
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Where else do we repair microwaves near Bethesda?
We also provide microwave repair in McLean, VA, microwave repair in Chillum, MD, microwave repair in Washington, DC, microwave repair in Arlington, VA and microwave repair in Rockville, MD.
This location is part of our microwave repair coverage across the DC metro area. See all appliance repair services in Bethesda, MD.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Bethesda, MD: Downtown Bethesda, Woodmont Triangle and Bethesda Row.
Frequently asked questions
Microwave Repair in Bethesda, MD FAQ
Can someone come fix my microwave today in Bethesda?
We're based in Alexandria, about 12 miles from Bethesda. Same-day and next-day appointments are available when the technician route has open windows; call or book online for the earliest option. Appointments cost the same on weekdays, evenings and weekends - our hours run 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 10 PM on Sunday, all at one standard rate.
Many microwave repairs are completed in a single visit once the technician has diagnosed the fault and confirmed the parts on hand. If a specific part has to be ordered, we schedule a short return visit to finish the job.
How much does it cost to fix a microwave in Bethesda?
Appliance Surgeon charges $75 for the diagnostic visit, or $115 for a double unit (such as a double wall oven, washer-dryer combo or stacked laundry), and the fee is credited toward the repair if you approve the quote. Labor starts at $200 and stays there on about 9 in 10 repairs; more complex jobs can reach $450. Parts are extra and listed in the quote. Door switches and diodes are inexpensive; a magnetron costs more but usually still beats replacing a built-in unit and matching the cabinetry. We quote after diagnosis, before any work - and the high-voltage interior is exactly why this is never a do-it-yourself estimate. Typical price ranges by appliance are in our appliance repair cost guide.
What microwave problems do you fix in Bethesda?
Common calls include microwave not heating, turntable not moving, sparking inside, door switch failure, control panel issue and unusual noise. The exact cause is confirmed during diagnosis.
Is it worth repairing a built-in microwave drawer in Bethesda?
Usually, yes. Drawer and built-in microwaves cost a lot to replace and are sized to the cabinet. Common faults like drawer motors, latch switches and magnetrons can be repaired in place. We'll quote the repair so you can compare it to a replacement before deciding.
Can you fix the vent fan on my over-the-range microwave?
The vent fan is part of what we repair. Over-the-range microwaves have a fan, a light and grease filters as well as the cooking side. A noisy or dead fan usually needs a fan motor or switch. Clean the grease filters first, since clogged filters strain the fan.
Should I try to fix the microwave myself first?
Only two checks are safe: the outlet and breaker, and whether the door closes fully. Stop there - the high-voltage capacitor inside holds a dangerous charge even when the microwave is unplugged, which is why this is the one appliance we tell everyone never to open.