Appliance repair
Remote appliance repair expert — get paid to fix washers and fridges live
The call-out fee is often more than the part. Appliance repair is the single most satisfying remote trade: you see the model plate, you know the failure, you tell them the $18 part and which two screws to remove. Fifteen minutes, one happy customer, no truck.
What people call about
The calls waiting for appliance techs
- Washer that won't drain or spin — pump filter, coin trap, lid switch
- Dryer taking three cycles to dry: vent, thermal fuse, or heating element
- Fridge warm but freezer fine — defrost cycle diagnosis
- Dishwasher that leaves grit and won't drain
- Ice maker that stopped and nobody knows why
- Reading the model/serial plate and identifying the exact part number
- Error codes on any modern front-loader
- Is this worth repairing or is it time to replace?
See it in action
A blocked washer filter, cleared together
The customer shares a clear view of the washer through their AI glasses. An appliance expert talks them through draining, cleaning and resealing the filter.
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Typical sessions
What a session looks like — and what it pays
| Session | Length | You keep (85%) |
|---|---|---|
| Won't-drain diagnosis + part number | 15 min | $15 |
| Dryer heat diagnosis | 20 min | $20 |
| Full DIY part-swap coaching | 35 min | $35 |
| Repair-or-replace verdict | 10 min | $10 |
Billing is millisecond-accurate and payouts are instant via Stripe. Figures are illustrative, based on typical US market rates — not a promise of income. Founding Experts pay 0% on their first 20 sessions.
Who this suits
Built for appliance techs
- Independent appliance techs
- Retired service techs with brand-specific memory
- Parts-counter veterans who can identify anything from a photo
Never again
What you leave behind
- Hauling a dolly
- Fuel costs
- Returning for the part you didn't have
Questions
Appliance repair, answered
How do people order the parts?
You read the model plate with them and give the exact part number. Most customers order it the same minute, then book you again for the install walkthrough.
Is the pay worth 15-minute calls?
Billing is per minute, so short calls stack. Several short sessions an evening is a normal pattern for appliance experts.
What if I don't know that brand?
Decline the call. Matching is by category and you're never penalised for passing.