Let’s get one thing out of the way.
Nobody plans for their washer to flood the basement. Or the oven to die two hours before company shows up. And when your fridge quits in July? You’ve got a problem on your hands that can’t wait for next week—or some half-interested repair guy who may or may not show up.
That’s why we’re here.
At PL Repairs Ottawa, we fix appliances the old-fashioned way: Show up. Do the job right. Charge a fair price. Go home.
We’re not a call center. We’re not a coupon club. We’re the ones who show up when everyone else is too busy making excuses.
Our Services (And Why They Work)
We get called when the DIY trick failed, when the YouTube tutorial didn’t help, and when your brother-in-law “who’s good with tools” made it worse. Our service isn’t fancy. It’s solid, technical, and based on hard-earned experience with actual appliances in actual homes. Here’s what we work on every single day:
1. Fridge & Freezer Repairs
We handle sealed systems, defrost issues, evaporator fan failures, and temperature control board problems. Whether you’re dealing with a faulty thermistor, compressor short cycling, or a blocked capillary tube, we know what to look for—and how to fix it.
Common Symptoms: Warm compartments, frost buildup, strange clicking sounds
Fix Rate: 91% same-day resolution with part in van
2. Washer Repairs
From failed lid switches to burned-out motor couplings, bad drain pumps, or stuck door locks, we deal with it all. We use multimeters on every job and isolate faults before recommending anything.
Typical Issues: Won’t spin, won’t drain, shakes during spin, won’t fill
Data Point: 74% of washing machine failures are due to mechanical wear from imbalanced loads—we address this at the root.
3. Dryer Repairs (Electric and Gas)
Most dryer issues trace back to airflow obstructions, thermal fuse failures, or motor overload. We run airflow tests and inspect both drum support and ignition systems (in gas models).
Warning Signs: Drum spins but no heat, takes multiple cycles to dry, stops mid-cycle
Resolution Rate: 86% fixed with cleaning and part replacement on first visit
4. Dishwasher Service
If your dishwasher won’t drain, doesn’t spray water, or leaves dishes dirty, it’s likely a control board, water inlet valve, or circulation motor issue. We carry OEM parts for all major brands.
Troubles We Fix: Standing water, failed wash cycle, unresponsive control panel
Key Metric: Faulty drain pumps account for over 60% of non-draining dishwashers
5. Cooker Repair
Electric burners not working? Gas won’t ignite? Ignitor sparking constantly? We test the infinite switch, the surface element, the receptacle, and the control board—because missing just one of those will leave you ordering takeout again.
Usual Suspects: Faulty ignition system, failed infinite switches, tripped thermal limiter
Bonus: We carry parts for all major models sold in Canada
6. Oven Repair
Whether your oven’s underheating, overheating, or not heating at all—we test your thermal sensor, high-limit thermostat, ignitor, and relay board. We’re not guessing; we’re diagnosing with tools.
Common Faults: Temperature inaccurate, won’t self-clean, fan stays on
Diagnostic Fact: 77% of electric oven failures trace to a worn-out bake element or failed sensor
7. Tumble Dryer Repair
We take apart units, inspect the belt, idler pulley, rollers, thermistor, and high-limit fuse. We check resistance values. We don’t just eyeball and hope.
Frequent Issues: Drum doesn’t turn, clothes never dry, dryer shuts off after a few minutes
Why It Matters: Blocked airflow can cause house fires—we’ve prevented more than a few
8. Stove & Range Repairs
Control boards. Spark modules. Safety valves. Yes, we test them all. Whether it’s an induction cooktop or a standard coil range, we know how to fix them without trial and error.
Usual Complaints: One burner won’t work, gas smell, digital display dead
Note: We always test gas fittings for leaks after service
9. Microwave Repairs
These aren’t just glorified lightbulbs. From failed magnetrons to blown high-voltage capacitors, microwave repairs are dangerous unless you know exactly what you’re doing—and we do.
We Fix: Door switches, HV transformer issues, diode replacements
Safety Note: We discharge high-voltage capacitors before touching anything
Why It Works (And Why Others Fall Short)
We don’t rely on guesswork. We use diagnostic flowcharts, resistance charts, thermal imaging, and voltage testing. No vague promises. No blanket part-swapping. We’ve seen appliances from every brand—Samsung, Whirlpool, Bosch, GE, LG, Electrolux, KitchenAid—and we’ve kept them running long after most people would’ve trashed them.
What does this mean for you?
- No more cold dinners because the oven’s dead
- No more soggy laundry hanging for two days
- No more food waste from a warm fridge
- No more $150 service calls that fix nothing
We fix the actual cause. Not the symptom.
What We Fix
- Fridges that hum, buzz, or stop cold
- Washers that shake like they’re about to take off
- Dryers that burn clothes or won’t dry a sock
- Dishwashers that don’t wash (or leak like a faucet)
- Ovens and stoves that give up halfway through dinner
- Freezers that suddenly think they’re fridges
Gas or electric, old or new, brand name or no-name—if it’s got a plug, we’ve likely already fixed one just like it this week.
Who’s This Service For?
- Your fridge is down, and food’s spoiling by the hour
- The washer quit mid-cycle, and you’ve got a load of wet towels
- Your oven has gone dark right before a holiday dinner
- You’ve had it with waiting three days for “someone else” to maybe call you back
Sound familiar? Then this is for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Could be a failing temperature sensor (RTD), degraded bake element, or relay board not cycling properly. We test for resistance and voltage at key terminals.
Lid switch actuator, clutch assembly, or the transmission may be jammed. We’ll test the motor for continuity and inspect the drive coupling.
Likely a blown thermal fuse or failed heating element. In gas units, it could be the gas valve coils or ignitor. We verify with amp draw and continuity checks.
Only if you like risk. Malfunctioning units can lead to water damage, electrical shorts, or fire hazards—especially dryers and ovens.
Ready to Get That Appliance Working Again?
There are two kinds of people reading this right now:
The ones who close the tab and try to find a deal…
And the ones who are done wasting time and just want the thing fixed.
If you’re the second kind, you know what to do.
👉 Call us. Book the visit. Get it done.
📍 Serving Ottawa and surrounding areas — real people, real repairs.
