Appliance repair service · Elgin, IL · reviewed since 2014
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%84+45.8Reliability 24%76+18.4Value 14%94+13.3Replies to reviews 7%99+7Craft & service penalty83−1.7Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#41 of 60 appliance repairiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 32%
4.8★★★★★2,949 Google reviews · 24 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.85★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.4%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
93%reviews answered by the owner
$176typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate AAA Appliance Service Center 4.8 out of 5 based on 2949 reviews, with the owner responding to 93% of feedback. Customers frequently praise punctual arrivals, clear communication regarding scheduling and diagnostics, and professional technicians who often resolve issues in a single visit. The service handles various appliances, including refrigerators and stoves, with many noting fair pricing and helpful staff. However, some low-star reviews highlight delays in repairs, unexpected fee increases, and instances where technicians were unable to fix issues or directed customers to other providers.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 2,949 reviews (94% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 2,949 Google reviews (2,059 with written comments, 19 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 93% of reviews.
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.
AAA Appliance Service CenterAppliance Repair median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.AAA Appliance Service Center: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
84
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.AAA Appliance Service Center: 76/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.B
76
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.AAA Appliance Service Center: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
83
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AAA Appliance Service Center: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
94
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.AAA Appliance Service Center: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AAA Appliance Service Center: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
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Star ratings
2,949 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars2,76894%
4 stars472%
3 stars181%
2 stars130%
1 star1033%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 2,059 written reviews
97%praise
Praise3,56797%
Complaints1293%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
96%fair
Great price14332%
Reasonable18240%
Overpriced153%
Not sure11325%
$176-35% vs typical appliance repair
Middle half of what 310 customers paid ($29–$310) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1,18332%
Speed & response91725%
Quality & results66218%
Communication39511%
Would recommend3209%
Price & value1283%
Honesty & trust912%
What customers talk about
We read 2,059 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“was punctual, friendly, informative and left the work area spotless when he was done”
“I tried reaching out to him and he was completely rude saying that he already left and he cant come back and he will just reschedule.”
“From the initial conversation to the installation day, AAA service agent and technician were thorough and on time.”
“…ave the work done before some upcoming travel, yet I was not told of delays until I reached out to them.…”
“My experience with AAA appliance was top notch from start to finish.”
“Didn't Fix nothing and kept had the same issue they said they will call me but never did I end up calling them and fixing my own issue.”
“Communications from AAA Home Office were outstanding.”
“Poor communication between the manufacturer and the repair technicians caused a two month delay in getting a technician to service the appliance.”
“We were very pleased with the service and would highly recommend AAA.”
“I cannot recommend this service, as the approach appeared to focus on replacing parts rather than thoroughly diagnosing the underlying problem.”
“I will probably buy new appliance but service fee was worth it to have honest assessment .”
“Then the tech who came to fix it didn’t do the job correctly and overcharged our fridge, so the error code came back on.”
“They are highly professional, honest and trustworthy in their work!”
“I am giving him a one-star rating because he lied to me.”
People customers mention
John30 reviews
Joe28 reviews
Frigidaire26 reviews
Deon26 reviews
Daniel25 reviews
Steven23 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired AAA Appliance Service Center for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Tracey2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 days ago★★★★★
Communications from AAA Home Office were outstanding. From the initial conversation to the installation day, AAA service agent and technician were thorough and on time. The tech even cleaned up after he finished the repairs. I was so Impressed that I shared my great experience with several of my friends. Thank you AAA Appliance Service Center.
Carol1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 days ago★★★★
I called for a service technician to check out my upright freezer that was not cooling properly. He came on time and quickly checked the unit, he found the compressor defective and gave me price for the replacement. It was decided that it would be cheaper the buy a new freezer. That is what I decided. I have…
Paid $150–200Not sureFreezer repair
Jan1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 days ago★★★★★
After reporting our freezer issue to Frigidaire, we were contacted by AAA Appliance. Everyone we dealt with was friendly and helpful. They ordered the necessary part (covered under warranty - so no charge) and installed it quickly. We were very pleased with the service and would highly recommend AAA.
Paid $1–50Great priceRefrigerator/freezer repair
Peggy2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Everyone was so nice from my first phone conversation with this company through the repair visit. Joe was kind and friendly and explained everything to me. I will definitely use this company again!
Chad3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Amazing support, very knowledgeable and timely. Will work with them again every time!
Paid $1–50Great priceRefrigerator/freezer repair
Kathleen8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Excellent, thorough and friendly service. I just used the stove for the first time in months, and start up was smooth, with the replacement of the recalled part.
Great initial response to the issue, diagnosis, and follow-up service. The tech was excellent and professional! Speed Queen has a great warranty servicer in AAA! Thanks, Alan Oates
Services: Dryer repair
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
We're thrilled you had such a positive experience! Thanks for sharing your feedback and for your business.
James Frugoli2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tech arrived on time to fix my noisy refrigerator. Diagnosed the problem as a bad fan motor. He replaced the bad fan motor and now my refrigerator runs like new. And he was in and out in less than 15 minutes. Very satisfied with the AAA service.
Response from the owner · 2 days ago
We are so happy to hear your refrigerator is running perfectly again! Thank you for the kind feedback.
Tracey2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tracey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Communications from AAA Home Office were outstanding. From the initial conversation to the installation day, AAA service agent and technician were thorough and on time. The tech even cleaned up after he finished the repairs. I was so Impressed that I shared my great experience with several of my friends. Thank you AAA Appliance Service Center.
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $350–400
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Repair wait time: 1–2 hr
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We are thrilled our team provided such reliable and professional service.
Cindy Allen10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cindy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have a Thor stove/oven and we use Triple AAA for service needs! They are highly professional, honest and trustworthy in their work! Grateful to have my stove back and making cookies just for fun!!
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
We are so happy your stove is working perfectly again! Thank you for trusting us with your repairs.
Carol Strub1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Carol has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I called for a service technician to check out my upright freezer that was not cooling properly. He came on time and quickly checked the unit, he found the compressor defective and gave me price for the replacement. It was decided that it would be cheaper the buy a new freezer. That is what I decided. I have used them previously and found them excellent and they guarantee their work. I paid the service fee of $175.00 for the call.
Price assessment: Not sure
Price: $150–200
Services: Freezer repair
Repair wait time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · 4 days ago
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your loyalty and are glad our technician provided clear, honest advice.
john stelmach6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews john has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
After reporting our freezer issue to Frigidaire, we were contacted by AAA Appliance. Everyone we dealt with was friendly and helpful. They ordered the necessary part (covered under warranty - so no charge) and installed it quickly. We were very pleased with the service and would highly recommend AAA.
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $1–50
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Repair wait time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · 5 days ago
Thank you for the kind words! We are delighted we could resolve your freezer issue so quickly and efficiently.
Tom Bass3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tom has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Every single person I spoke to at AAA was helpful, kind, and professional. Shout out to Isaac specifically. Now we have a brand new refrigerator again - Highly, highly recommend!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Repair wait time: 1–2 hr
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled Isaac could help resolve everything so quickly.