Microwaves are the one appliance where the honest answer is sometimes "replace it," and we will tell you when that is the case instead of billing you for a repair that costs more than a new one. But for built-in and over-the-range units, repair usually makes sense. Winnipeg Appliance Pros services microwaves across Winnipeg, all major brands, with the price quoted before any work.
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(431) 441-3572We book a real arrival window across Winnipeg, diagnose the fault, and quote a firm price before any work.
- Same-day & next-day service
- Firm price before any work
- Service call credited to the repair
- Parts & labour warranty
- All major brands, one-visit repairs
Licensed & insured · Winnipeg & surrounding area
Book a repair
Tell us what’s broken and we’ll come back the same business day with a time and a price.
When repair makes sense, and when it does not
A basic countertop microwave costs $100 to $200 new, so paying $150 to repair one rarely adds up. We will say so on the phone.
Where repair does make sense:
- Built-in and over-the-range microwaves, which cost $400 to $900 to replace and often require removing cabinetry or a trim kit to swap. Repairing a $250 fault on a $700 built-in is an easy call.
- Combination wall-oven microwaves, where replacement is expensive and disruptive.
That honesty is the point of calling a repair company that does not sell appliances.
Common microwave problems we fix
- Runs but does not heat. A failed magnetron, a high-voltage diode, or a capacitor. On a built-in, worth repairing; on a cheap countertop, usually not.
- Sparking or arcing inside. A burned waveguide cover or damaged interior. Stop using it and unplug it.
- Turntable not turning. A cheap turntable motor, an easy fix.
- Buttons or touchpad not responding. Touchpad or control board.
- Door will not latch, or runs with the door open. Door switches, a safety issue worth fixing promptly.
- Loud humming or buzzing. Magnetron or the transformer.
- Over-the-range fan or light not working. Fan motor, lamp, or control, independent of the cooking function.
What microwave repair costs in Winnipeg
Typical Winnipeg parts-and-labour ranges. Exact quote confirmed before work.
| Repair | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Turntable motor | $100 to $180 |
| Door switches | $120 to $220 |
| Diode / capacitor | $130 to $240 |
| Magnetron | $180 to $300 |
| Control board / touchpad | $180 to $300 |
Diagnostic service call typically $90 to $130, credited toward the repair when you proceed. See the cost page.
A safety note
A microwave stores a high-voltage charge in its capacitor even when unplugged, which is why microwave internals are genuinely dangerous to poke at yourself. If it is sparking, humming loudly, or running with the door open, unplug it and let a tech handle it.
Brands we repair
Panasonic, Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, GE, Frigidaire, KitchenAid, Bosch, Kenmore and more, countertop, over-the-range and built-in. See the brands page.
Frequently asked questions
My microwave runs but doesn't heat, what is it?
Usually a failed magnetron, diode or capacitor. On a built-in or over-the-range unit that is worth repairing; on an inexpensive countertop model, replacing is usually cheaper, and we will tell you which applies.
Is it worth repairing a microwave?
For built-in, over-the-range and wall-oven-combo microwaves, yes, because replacement is expensive and disruptive. For a basic countertop microwave, usually no, and we will say so rather than sell you a repair.
My microwave is sparking, is it dangerous?
Stop using it and unplug it. It is often a burned waveguide cover, which is repairable, but arcing can damage the unit further and should be looked at before you run it again.
Do you fix over-the-range microwave fans and lights?
Yes. The fan, light and vent are separate from the cooking function and are commonly repairable on their own.
Reviewed August 2026.
Need it today? Call
(431) 441-3572We book a real arrival window across Winnipeg, diagnose the fault, and quote a firm price before any work.
- Same-day & next-day service
- Firm price before any work
- Service call credited to the repair
- Parts & labour warranty
- All major brands, one-visit repairs
Licensed & insured · Winnipeg & surrounding area
Book a repair
Tell us what’s broken and we’ll come back the same business day with a time and a price.