Vienna, VA
Microwave Repair in Vienna, VA
Over-the-range microwave with a stalled turntable, worn buttons, or heat that's fading? We repair microwaves in Vienna kitchens and quote before we start.
Microwave Repair
Schedule service in Vienna
Monday - Friday: 8 AM to 10 PM
Saturday: 8 AM to 10 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 10 PM
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
Vienna notes
Over-the-range microwaves in Vienna
Over-the-range microwaves do a lot of work in family kitchens. The parts that wear first are the ones used most: the turntable motor, the buttons pressed every day and, over the years, the magnetron, which can lose power so heating takes longer.
If food takes noticeably longer than it used to, heat a cup of water for a minute on high. If it's barely warm, the magnetron or the high-voltage circuit needs checking.
Over-the-range units are mounted to the wall and the cabinet above, and some repairs mean taking the unit down. That's a two-person job, and one more reason to leave it to a technician.
The high-voltage capacitor can hold a charge after the microwave is unplugged, so don't open the case.
Countertop microwaves are a different story. They're cheap enough that a repair often costs more than a new one, and we'll tell you so on the phone.
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 Vienna, VA, 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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Nearby coverage
Microwave Repair in Nearby Areas
We also provide microwave repair in Tysons, VA, and serve homeowners in Fairfax City, VA, Falls Church, VA, McLean, VA and Annandale, VA.
This location is part of our microwave repair coverage across the DC metro area — see all appliance services in Vienna, VA.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Vienna, VA: Maple Avenue, Vienna Woods and Dunn Loring.
Frequently asked questions
Microwave Repair in Vienna, VA FAQ
Can someone come fix my microwave today in Vienna?
We're based in Alexandria, about 14 miles from Vienna. 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 Vienna?
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. The diagnostic visit is $75 for a single appliance 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. Typical price ranges by appliance are in our appliance repair cost guide.
What microwave problems do you fix in Vienna?
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.
My microwave takes longer to heat food than it used to. Why?
Usually the magnetron losing strength with age, though a failing high-voltage diode or capacitor can cut power too. The water-cup test above tells you whether it's worth a visit.
Does an over-the-range microwave have to come off the wall for repair?
For some repairs it does, including certain interior parts on many models. Others, like the vent fan, the lights and the control panel, can often be reached in place.
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.