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Best Appliance Repairs in South Auckland

We assessed 16 appliance repair services in South Auckland and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The 10 listed below hold 1,400 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 22 August 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

Ask for the callout fee and hourly rate before booking, and check whether the callout is credited against the repair if you go ahead. A good technician will tell you when a fix is not worth it against the price of a replacement. For anything still under manufacturer warranty, use the brand's authorised agent so you do not void the cover.

Top 5 Appliance Repairs in South Auckland

The top 5 appliance repair services in South Auckland are TechnoFix, SB Appliance Servicing, Axial Appliance Servicing, Ajax Appliance Repairs, and SOS Appliance Repairs, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you book.

  • 1

    TechnoFix - Manukau

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    ★ 4.5 508 reviews +30 Top5 Score 171 +9
    5★ 418 4★ 24 3★ 14 2★ 6 1★ 46

    TechnoFix turns around phone screen replacements, battery swaps, and TV repairs quickly, with several customers reporting fixes completed within 20 minutes to a single day. Pricing comes in below what nearby competitors charge, and discounts are offered at the counter without customers needing to ask.

    Reviews most often describe: Phone and TV repairs needing same-day turnaround

    • ✓ TV repairs completed and returned within one business day
    • ✓ Phone repairs finished in 20 minutes or less on the spot
    • ✓ Prices undercut nearby competitors without haggling required

    location_on 12 Lambie Drive, Manukau City Centre, Auckland

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  • 2

    SB Appliance Servicing

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    ★ 4.7 241 reviews -1 Top5 Score 165 +1
    5★ 212 4★ 13 3★ 3 2★ 4 1★ 9

    SB Appliance Servicing fixes washing machines, dishwashers, ovens, and fridges with a consistent pattern of same-day or fast-turnaround results that save customers from buying new. Technicians text ahead of arrival, carry common parts on the van, and walk customers through repair costs and findings before starting work.

    Reviews most often describe: Household appliance repairs avoiding costly replacements

    • ✓ Technician texts 15 minutes before arriving so you are not left waiting
    • ✓ Parts carried on the van allowing same-visit repairs on many jobs
    • ✓ Itemised quotes given on-site before any repair work begins

    location_on 8/18 Harrison Road, Mount Wellington, Auckland

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  • 3

    Axial Appliance Servicing

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    ★ 4.4 358 reviews +10 Top5 Score 165 +13
    5★ 275 4★ 36 3★ 2 2★ 6 1★ 39

    Axial Appliance Servicing sourced parts others could not, including a fan motor for a Westinghouse fridge, oven components shipped from Italy, and washing machine seals ordered and stocked locally. Technicians diagnose on arrival and have resolved fridge cooling failures, washing machine cycle faults, dryer problems, and rangehood issues in single visits, with staff calling ahead and following up when parts come in.

    Reviews most often describe: Tracking down hard-to-find parts for complex repairs

    • ✓ Parts tracked down and stocked locally when suppliers go silent
    • ✓ Technicians call ahead and arrive within the stated time window
    • ✓ Staff identify the correct part from a verbal description at the counter

    location_on 2/59 Carbine Road, Mount Wellington, Auckland

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  • 4

    Ajax Appliance Repairs

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    ★ 4.9 83 reviews +7 Top5 Score 155 -1
    5★ 81 4★ 1 1★ 1

    Ajax Appliance Repairs covers washing machine faults, dishwasher repairs, fridge and freezer problems, and oven work, including parts sourcing for obsolete models. Tama arrives with the right parts already in hand, explains the fault in plain terms before starting, and prices the job clearly from the outset.

    Reviews most often describe: Clients wanting upfront pricing and same-week fixes

    • ✓ Arrives with correct part already sourced for the specific model
    • ✓ Explains the fault and cost clearly before beginning any work
    • ✓ Responds to enquiries and books the job within the same day

    location_on 56b Wallace Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland

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  • 5

    SOS Appliance Repairs

    ★ 4.7 67 reviews +2 Top5 Score 149 +4
    5★ 60 4★ 2 2★ 1 1★ 4

    SOS Appliance Repairs gets washing machines, dryers, ovens, dishwashers, and fridges fixed fast, with Vance booking most jobs the next day and carrying parts on the van to resolve faults in a single visit. Customers who felt embarrassed about user error found him patient and non-judgmental, which sets the experience apart from a standard repair call.

    Reviews most often describe: Next-day bookings with parts already in the van

    • ✓ Next-day bookings confirmed after the first phone call or enquiry
    • ✓ Common parts carried in the van, avoiding return visits for repairs
    • ✓ Kept old appliances running instead of customers replacing them

    location_on 43A Fratley Avenue, Farm Cove, Auckland

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Before you book an appliance repair service in South Auckland

Drawn from 177 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.

What does appliance repair typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more

Callout or diagnostic fees in New Zealand run from $80 to $150 including GST, and Auckland sits at the higher end of that range. Labour rates add $90 to $180 per hour on top, depending on the trade and appliance type. Washing machine repairs land between $150 and $400 all up, fridges between $150 and $500, and ovens between $100 and $350, with parts charged separately. Weekend or after-hours callouts attract a premium, and if a repair quote approaches more than half the cost of a new equivalent appliance, replacement is worth considering instead.

How is an appliance repairer held accountable for a faulty repair? expand_more

Appliance repair is not a licensed trade in New Zealand, so your main legal protection is the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, which requires repair work to be carried out with reasonable care and skill. If the same fault returns shortly after a repair, the business is obliged to fix it at no extra charge, and reviews here show at least one case where a fault returned on the final day of a three-month warranty, which became a dispute. Any electrical work beyond basic plug and cord replacement must be done by a registered electrician, and you can verify this on the Electrical Workers Registration Board website before anyone starts work. If your appliance is still under the manufacturer's warranty, using an authorised service agent is essential, as an unauthorised repair can void that warranty entirely.

When is it worth repairing an appliance instead of replacing it? expand_more

The practical rule is that if the repair quote exceeds roughly half the price of a new equivalent model, replacement usually makes more financial sense over the long run. Age matters too: washing machines and dishwashers have expected lifespans of around 10 to 15 years, fridges up to 20 years, so a repair on a machine well within that window is generally worthwhile. A trustworthy repairer will tell you honestly when a fix is not economical, and several reviews here specifically praise technicians who gave that straight advice rather than pushing ahead with expensive repairs on older machines.

What are the warning signs of an appliance repairer you should not use? expand_more
  • –No callout or diagnostic fee quoted before arrival, leaving you with a surprise charge you cannot contest.
  • –Parts ordered at the first visit but never actually logged, with no follow-up contact from the business for weeks.
  • –A diagnosis that does not match the symptoms, such as blaming refrigerant loss when only one compartment has failed.
  • –A technician spending significant time on personal phone calls during a paid diagnostic visit.
  • –An appliance returned in worse condition than it arrived, with the business denying responsibility.
  • –A warranty period offered but disputed the moment you return on the final day of that cover.
What should you ask before booking an appliance repair? expand_more
  • –Ask for the callout or diagnostic fee upfront, and confirm whether it is credited against the total cost if the repair goes ahead.
  • –Ask if they stock or can quickly source parts for your specific brand and model before they come out.
  • –Ask whether both the labour and the replacement part carry a separate warranty, and get the duration in writing.
  • –Ask if they can give you a rough repair-or-replace steer over the phone once you provide the model number and fault description.
  • –Ask whether they are the manufacturer's authorised service agent if your appliance is still within its warranty period.
  • –Ask for an itemised written quote separating diagnostic fees, labour, and parts before you authorise any work.

Appliance Repairs ranked 6 to 10 in South Auckland

They scored below the top 5 on the same public review record.

  • 6

    C-Jays Services

    ★ 4.8 38 reviews +2 Top5 Score 143 +1
    5★ 35 4★ 1 3★ 1 1★ 1

    C-Jays repairs coffee machines from brands like DeLonghi, Nespresso, and Braun, as well as Kenwood mixers, sourcing replacement parts and couriering appliances back to customers who cannot drop in locally. Kelvin and the team are noted for keeping customers informed throughout, and have gone as far as coordinating warranty replacements directly with manufacturers when repairs alone could not resolve persistent faults.

    Reviews most often describe: Coffee machine and small appliance repairs with courier

    • ✓ Couriers repaired appliances back to customers after the fix
    • ✓ Sources and fits replacement parts for specific machine models
    • ✓ Communicates by both call and text throughout the repair process

    location_on 1/6 Keith Hay Drive, Manukau City Centre, Auckland

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  • 7

    Ararimu Appliance Services

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    ★ 4.7 39 reviews Top5 Score 142 +3
    5★ 35 3★ 2 1★ 2

    Ararimu Appliance fixes washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, and fridges, and David is known for resolving faults over the phone when a visit is not necessary, sometimes without charging for the time. Quotes come in at the agreed price, same-day turnarounds happen regularly, and customers have kept his card on the fridge for years and returned when the next fault appeared.

    Reviews most often describe: Washers, dryers, dishwashers needing fast honest advice

    • ✓ Phone diagnosis resolves some faults without a visit or fee
    • ✓ Same-day repairs completed by afternoon on washing machines and dryers
    • ✓ Quotes matched final price on washing machine part replacements

    location_on 13 Norrie Road, Drury

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  • 8

    eRepair

    ★ 5.0 27 reviews +2 Top5 Score 141 +1
    5★ 26 4★ 1

    eRepair fixes washing machines, fridges, dryers, and vacuum cleaners, with multiple customers getting a technician on-site and the fault resolved within hours of their first contact. They carry replacement parts in the van, arrive within a 24-hour window, and also offer weekend drop-off for jobs that need more time.

    Reviews most often describe: Same-day repairs for washing machines, fridges and vacuums

    • ✓ Technicians arrive within hours of an online or text inquiry
    • ✓ Replacement parts carried in van for on-site same-day fixes
    • ✓ Weekend drop-off and pick-up available for multi-day repairs

    location_on 12 Lambie Drive, Papatoetoe, Auckland

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  • 9

    Norwest Appliance Services East/South

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    ★ 4.9 28 reviews +1 Top5 Score 140 -1
    5★ 27 1★ 1

    Norwest Appliance repairs fridges, dishwashers, washing machines, and ovens, with multiple customers returning across years and referring family and friends based on their own experience. Technicians like Lito and Jay arrive on time, resolve faults in a single visit, and the front-of-house team coordinates bookings and sourcing clearly from first contact.

    Reviews most often describe: Repeat customers needing a trusted long-term repair team

    • ✓ Multiple appliance types fixed across repeat visits for same customer
    • ✓ Technicians arrive promptly and resolve the fault in one visit
    • ✓ Office staff proactively coordinate parts sourcing and keep customers updated

    location_on 17/325 Ti Rakau Drive, East Tāmaki, Auckland

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  • 10

    South Auckland Washing Machine and Stove Repairs

    ★ 5.0 11 reviews Top5 Score 129
    5★ 11

    South Auckland Washing Machine and Stove Repairs gets dryers and washing machines back in action fast, with parts sourced and fitted in under an hour on at least one recorded job. Customers booking in find the technicians arrive on time and price the work fairly, making them a straightforward call for South Auckland households dealing with a broken appliance.

    Reviews most often describe: Quick fixes for washing machines, dryers, and stoves

    • ✓ Jobs completed with replacement parts fitted in under an hour
    • ✓ Technicians arrive on time without customers needing to chase
    • ✓ Pricing described as fair by multiple customers independently

    location_on 25 Waiari Road, Conifer Grove, South Auckland

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About this ranking

How are the top appliance repair services in South Auckland chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for appliance repair services in South Auckland. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. See how we rank for the full method.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 22 August 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. See what a subscription includes.

Why isn't my business listed? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for appliance repair services in South Auckland. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 10 businesses listed here was 11. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.