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Appliance repair for Dyess AFB families

Moving in, moving out or settling in near Dyess Air Force Base? We repair washers, dryers, refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers and microwaves, with 10 percent off labor for military families.

Do you repair appliances for Dyess families?

Yes. Dyess Air Force Base sits on the southwest side of Abilene, and many military families live in Abilene, in Tye and in rentals around the base. We repair the appliances in those homes and give military families 10 percent off labor.

We work in homes off base. If you live in base housing, check with your housing office first, because they may handle repairs themselves. Call us before you visit with any question about access.

Military moves are hard on appliances. A washer that sat unused during a move, a dryer vent that was never cleaned or a fridge that was unplugged too long can all fail within weeks. We see the same few faults again and again and fix them quickly.

Dyess families at a glance

TopicDetail
Discount10 percent off labor for military families
Diagnostic fee$79, credited to the repair when you approve it
PriceWritten, and approved by you before work starts
Warranty90 days on parts and labor
HoursMonday to Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM
Where we workHomes and rentals in Abilene, Tye and nearby towns

What appliances do we repair for Dyess families?

Every major home appliance. Click through for the common faults and typical costs.

Refrigerators

Warm fridge, ice maker faults, leaks and noisy fans. See refrigerator repair.

Washers

Not draining, not spinning, leaks and shaking. See washer repair.

Dryers

No heat, long dry times, noise and vent problems. See dryer repair.

Ovens and ranges

Bake element, igniter and burner faults. See oven and range repair.

Dishwashers

Standing water, dirty dishes and leaks. See dishwasher repair.

Microwaves

Not heating, sparking and door faults. See microwave repair.

What affects appliances in rentals near Dyess?

Many families near Dyess rent, and rentals bring their own set of problems.

Older appliances in rentals

A landlord appliance can be ten or fifteen years old. When it fails, a repair often costs less than a replacement, but not always. We give you the written price and tell you plainly when a repair is not worth it. For help deciding, see our cost guide.

Who pays for the repair?

In a rental, the landlord usually owns the appliance and may need to approve the repair. Ask your landlord or property manager first, and we can send the written price to them.

Hard water

The City of Abilene reports water hardness around 240 mg/L. Scale clogs ice makers, dishwasher valves and washer inlet screens in every part of town.

Heat, dust and storms

Abilene summers run past 90 degrees on about 95 days a year, and spring storms cause power surges. Clean the dryer vent and fridge coils twice a year and use a surge protector on valuable appliances.

What happens when you book a repair for Dyess families?

The same six steps apply to every visit.

  1. You call or book online and tell us the appliance, brand, model and symptom.
  2. We give you an arrival window and text you when we leave.
  3. We test the appliance, find the fault and show you the failed part.
  4. You get the written price and approve it or not before any work starts.
  5. We fix it, run a full cycle and clean up.
  6. You get the warranty terms in writing, and we check in after 7 days.

Dyess family questions

Do you give a military discount?

Yes, 10 percent off labor for military families.

Do you repair appliances inside base housing?

We work in homes off base. For base housing, check with your housing office first, and call us before you visit with any access question.

How much does appliance repair cost near Dyess?

There is a $79 diagnostic, credited to the repair when you approve it. Most repairs run $120 to $450 depending on the appliance. See our cost guide.

I rent. Do I need my landlord to approve a repair?

Usually yes, because the landlord owns the appliance. We can send the written price to your landlord or property manager.

Do you serve Tye?

Yes. Tye is next to the base, and we serve it as part of our regular route. See appliance repair in Tye.

Is there a warranty?

Yes, 90 days on parts and labor.

Appliance down? Call [phone] or request a visit online.

Tell us the appliance, the brand and what it is doing. We reply within 30 minutes during business hours.