Appliance repair service · Chicago, IL · reviewed since 2020
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%81+19.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%88+6.2Craft & service penalty81−1.9Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#16 of 31 dishwasher repair servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 50%
4.8★★★★★407 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.4%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.
70%reviews answered by the owner
$315typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, and reasonable pricing as key positives, noting that technicians often arrive on time and explain repairs thoroughly. However, lower-rated reviews highlight concerns regarding diagnostic accuracy and warranty policies, with some customers reporting that issues recurred shortly after service or that they were charged for incomplete repairs. The company maintains a 4.8 rating from 407 reviews and replies to seventy percent of feedback.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 407 reviews (93% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 407 Google reviews (361 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 70% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 13, 2026.
Service: Dishwasher Repair Service serving Chicago, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other dishwasher 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: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
Tiger Appliance RepairDishwasher 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.Tiger Appliance Repair: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.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.Tiger Appliance Repair: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
81
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.Tiger Appliance Repair: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
81
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.Tiger Appliance Repair: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
100
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.Tiger 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.Tiger Appliance Repair: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
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Star ratings
407 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars38093%
4 stars113%
3 stars10%
2 stars51%
1 star102%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 361 written reviews
97%praise
Praise82197%
Complaints273%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
99%fair
Great price2229%
Reasonable4560%
Overpriced11%
Not sure79%
$315+8% vs typical dishwasher repair services
Middle half of what 64 customers paid ($183–$377) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response22326%
Staff & attitude22026%
Would recommend11514%
Quality & results11313%
Price & value708%
Communication648%
Honesty & trust435%
What customers talk about
We read 361 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Tiger dispatched a repairman (Alberto) for same-day service.”
“Arrived late.”
“Alex from Tiger Appliance is completely wonderful, polite, friendly, knowledgeable, and explained the issue clearly.”
“I don't appreciate the lack of customer service or disrespectful pricing for clients in this situation.”
“Super friendly, trustworthy, and professional, I’d highly recommend Tiger.”
“AVOID AT ALL COSTS.”
“A technician came out and fixed it within just a few minutes.”
“I request the service for my LG not working refrigerator.”
“More than fair price, extremely knowledgeable, community focused, pleasant, efficient, and they fit us into their schedule almost immediately.”
“…okay unfortunately I had to pay the price but the price is definitely pricey The part alone was really cheap The work was super quick something I coul…”
“J and Alex were wonderful their communication could not have been any better.”
“Poor communication and unthoughtful pricing for customers.”
“ter looking at everything and checking out a few more, he gave me an honest assessment of everything that needed to be done in order to get my dryer b…”
“Be aware, this business is a scam - they charge you $100 for a visit call and when they get to your place they spend less than 5 mins and quote you an…”
People customers mention
Alex50 reviews
Keven12 reviews
Jay10 reviews
Alberto10 reviews
Kevin4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Tiger Appliance Repair for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
LisaLocal Guide · 21 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 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Alex from Tiger Appliance is completely wonderful, polite, friendly, knowledgeable, and explained the issue clearly. The fix resolved the problem. They did a great clean up. It was a completely positive experience! I would call them again!
MLocal Guide · 63 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 month ago★★★★★
My washing machine wouldn't spin or drain. Tiger dispatched a repairman (Alberto) for same-day service. Alberto was professional, courteous, and proficient. He solved the issue.
Cecil4 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 month ago★★★★★
THANK YOU ALEX!
This was the serviceman that came to my building. After looking at everything and checking out a few more, he gave me an honest assessment of everything that needed to be done in order to get my dryer back to maximum efficiency.
I will follow his instructions and will tackle everything soon.
Paid $100–150Reasonable priceDryer repair
christopher2 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 month ago★★★★★
Our tech was super friendly and speedy with our oven repair. After the job he was kind enough to check out my ice machine that’s been giving me trouble and gave some pointers on how to get it going again. I will definitely be using these guys again in the future.
Paid $300–350Not sureOven repair
EdLocal Guide · 71 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 month ago★★★★★
We were so concerned about our dryer because we would have hated to have to replace and send it to a landfill and Alex was so incredibly knowledgeable and efficient. They were able to repair at a more than fair cost. No worries on replacement, the landfill growing, and we will definitely be using their services regularly.
Paid $400–450Great priceWasher/dryer repair
Vilma6 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 months ago★★★★★
“I had been having an issue with my refrigerator for a long time. A technician came out and fixed it within just a few minutes. I’m very satisfied with the excellent service from Tiger!
Alex from Tiger Appliance is completely wonderful, polite, friendly, knowledgeable, and explained the issue clearly. The fix resolved the problem. They did a great clean up. It was a completely positive experience! I would call them again!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $300–350
Services: Washing machine repair
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
Glad we’ve earned your repeat business Lisa. We strive to do awesome work every single time.
Carl WilsonLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My washing machine wouldn't spin or drain. Tiger dispatched a repairman (Alberto) for same-day service. Alberto was professional, courteous, and proficient. He solved the issue.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $200–250
Services: Washing machine repair
Repair wait time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · a month ago
Tiger fast service is our middle name!
Cecil Murray4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cecil has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
THANK YOU ALEX!
This was the serviceman that came to my building. After looking at everything and checking out a few more, he gave me an honest assessment of everything that needed to be done in order to get my dryer back to maximum efficiency.
I will follow his instructions and will tackle everything soon.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $100–150
Services: Dryer repair
Repair wait time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks for the roaring review Cecil. Alex is great! Good luck with the new dryer vent project.
christopher Simmons2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews christopher has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our tech was super friendly and speedy with our oven repair. After the job he was kind enough to check out my ice machine that’s been giving me trouble and gave some pointers on how to get it going again. I will definitely be using these guys again in the future.
Price assessment: Not sure
Price: $300–350
Services: Oven repair
Repair wait time: 0–1 hr
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks for giving Tiger a shot Chris!
Helen Rubenstein1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Helen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We were so concerned about our dryer because we would have hated to have to replace and send it to a landfill and Alex was so incredibly knowledgeable and efficient. They were able to repair at a more than fair cost. No worries on replacement, the landfill growing, and we will definitely be using their services regularly.
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $400–450
Services: Washer/dryer repair
Repair wait time: 1–2 hr
Response from the owner · a month ago
Glad to become your neighborhood go-to pros Ed. Thanks for the fantastic review.
Gina Iliopoulos10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Gina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
“I had been having an issue with my refrigerator for a long time. A technician came out and fixed it within just a few minutes. I’m very satisfied with the excellent service from Tiger!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $100–150
Services: Refrigerator/freezer repair
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Gracias Vilma! Excellent service is the Tiger way.