Appliance repair service · Santa Clarita, CA · reviewed since 2017
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%93+50.7Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%81+5.7Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 21 TV repair servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 80%
4.9★★★★★910 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.7%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.
82%reviews answered by the owner
$309typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers frequently praise the punctuality, professional communication, and thorough diagnostic processes for appliances like dryers, washers, and refrigerators. Recurring themes include efficient part ordering, fair pricing, and technicians who explain issues clearly. However, some reviews criticize poor communication regarding part arrival times, dismissive behavior, and instances where repairs failed to resolve issues or required multiple visits.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 910 reviews (96% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 910 Google reviews (637 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 82% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 30, 2026.
Service: TV Repair Service serving Santa Clarita, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other TV repair services
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 craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.
Sam Appliance RepairTV Repair Services 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.Sam Appliance Repair: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
93
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.Sam Appliance Repair: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.A
90
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.Sam Appliance Repair: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
95
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.Sam Appliance Repair: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
95
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.Sam Appliance Repair: 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.Sam Appliance Repair: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.A
81
Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
910 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars87696%
4 stars222%
3 stars30%
2 stars30%
1 star61%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 637 written reviews
99%praise
Praise1,32499%
Complaints191%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
94%fair
Great price2919%
Reasonable10168%
Overpriced85%
Not sure117%
$309+2% vs typical TV repair services
Middle half of what 128 customers paid ($124–$442) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response38228%
Staff & attitude31223%
Quality & results18113%
Would recommend15111%
Price & value1269%
Communication1048%
Honesty & trust876%
What customers talk about
We read 637 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Ilya Shaider from Sam Appliance Repair was very courteous, professional, knowledgeable and very efficient.”
“Very professional and did a great job cleaning out the lint from the dryer.”
“Was expensive, very poor communication, very dismissive and kind of rude technicians.”
“SAM Appliance Repair did a great job repairing my refrigerator after Sears left me hanging for over a month.”
“They weren't terrible, just not good.”
“I highly recommend Ilya to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy appliance repair technician!”
“The refrigerator has been working perfectly ever since, and he offered a 1-year warranty for parts and labor at a very reasonable price.”
“Sam’s is pricey, but, the technicians are professional, knowledgeable and personable; and best of all, competent.”
“The team works great together, and the tech (Marcus) was very communicative.”
“Another company might have cashed our check and ghosted us.”
“He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about getting the job done right.”
People customers mention
Arsen22 reviews
Vlad16 reviews
Alex10 reviews
Samsung8 reviews
Appliances8 reviews
Ilya7 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Sam Appliance Repair for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
CColdburger4 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 days ago★★★★★
Excellent mannerisms, solid knowledge of brands with their manufacturing flaws, fixed the tray too, which the previous job never had connected to drainage. Sam the Goat, thanks Alex!
Paid $450–500Great priceDishwasher repair
SShardaLocal Guide · 14 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. · Edited 5 days ago★★★★★
I am glad that I have service with the same appliances. They are nice and courteous and they are being on the time and they take care of the things very well and they update everything. Thank you so much.
Paid $350–400Not sureRefrigerator/freezer repair
GgLocal Guide · 31 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★★★★★
Ilya was a professional. He explained everythingbhevfid..would recommend. Reasonable pricing87
RREgami6 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. · Edited a week ago★★★★★
SAM Appliance Repair did a great job repairing my refrigerator after Sears left me hanging for over a month. Roman came and diagnosed the refrigerator and the next week Alex came and replaced the condenser. I wanted to make sure everything was working and so far I have a working refrigerator. Nice and cold. I…
SSarmen2 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Alexey from Sam Appliance Repair was very friendly and professional. I appreciated his help with the fan and sensor issue and had a great experience. Highly recommend!
LLarold10 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
These guys are great. I took their honest advice and it saved me a lot of headaches and time.
Excellent mannerisms, solid knowledge of brands with their manufacturing flaws, fixed the tray too, which the previous job never had connected to drainage. Sam the Goat, thanks Alex!
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $450–500
Services: Dishwasher repair
Repair wait time: 2–3 hr
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Jodi Frey9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jodi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I am glad that I have service with the same appliances. They are nice and courteous and they are being on the time and they take care of the things very well and they update everything. Thank you so much.
Price assessment: Not sure
Price: $350–400
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Repair wait time: 1–2 hr
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g krayserLocal Guide · 31 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews g has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
SAM Appliance Repair did a great job repairing my refrigerator after Sears left me hanging for over a month. Roman came and diagnosed the refrigerator and the next week Alex came and replaced the condenser. I wanted to make sure everything was working and so far I have a working refrigerator. Nice and cold. I would tell everyone now to stay away from warranty companies and find a good repair shop like Sam Appliance and Repair. It was a big job and it was costly, but cheaper than buying a new fridge. I will be calling them in the future for my appliance care needs.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $500+
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
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Michael Hyatt1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Alexey from Sam Appliance Repair was very friendly and professional. I appreciated his help with the fan and sensor issue and had a great experience. Highly recommend!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $400–450
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Repair wait time: 1–2 hr
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Hi Sarmen,
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We’re glad to hear that Alexey provided friendly and professional service and was able to help with your refrigerator’s fan and sensor issues. Your satisfaction means a lot to our team at Sam Appliance Repair.
We truly appreciate your trust in our service and look forward to helping you again whenever you need us!
Best regards,
Sam Appliance Repair Team
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GEYANEH VARTANIAN1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews GEYANEH has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had a wonderful experience with this appliance repair company, especially with technician Ilya. He was extremely professional, compassionate, caring, and dedicated to his work. Our stove was very old, which made the repair challenging, but Ilya went above and beyond to order all the necessary parts and make sure everything was properly repaired. He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about getting the job done right. I am extremely satisfied with his excellent service and truly appreciate his hard work and dedication. I highly recommend Ilya to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy appliance repair technician!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Stove, cooktop & oven repair
Repair wait time: 4+ hr
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Hi Geyaneh,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re thrilled to hear that Ilya provided such professional, caring, and dedicated service. We understand that repairing an older stove can be challenging, and we’re proud of Ilya for going the extra mile to find the necessary parts and ensure the job was done right.
Your kind words mean a lot to Ilya and our entire team at Sam Appliance Repair. Customer satisfaction is always our priority, and we truly appreciate your trust in us.
Thank you again for choosing Sam Appliance Repair. We’re always here to help with your future appliance repair needs!
Best regards,
Sam Appliance Repair Team
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Larold Rebhun10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Larold has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
These guys are great. I took their honest advice and it saved me a lot of headaches and time.
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $50–100
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Repair wait time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Hi Larold,
Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback! We’re glad our team could provide honest advice and help save you time and unnecessary headaches. At Sam Appliance Repair, we believe in being transparent with our customers and helping them make the best decisions for their appliances.
We truly appreciate your trust and support. Thank you for choosing Sam Appliance Repair, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need our help again!
Best regards,
Sam Appliance Repair Team