Absolute Appliance & Aircon Repair in Kempton Park
Same-day service On-site repair Call 072 686 0472
From family homes in Birch Acres and Glen Marais to guesthouses near OR Tambo, Kempton Park keeps us busy. We fix aircons, ovens, dishwashers, washing machines, dryers and fridges on site, with the price agreed before we start.
Updated
🔍 R350 call-out to inspect & diagnose · waived if we do the job⚡ Same-day call-outs · 90% of major spares carriedQuick answer
Absolute Repairs repairs aircons, stoves and ovens, dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, fridges and freezers across Kempton Park, including Birch Acres, Edleen, Birchleigh, Glen Marais, Bonaero Park, Norkem Park, Van Riebeeck Park, Aston Manor and Croydon. The call-out and diagnosis is a flat R350, and you approve a fixed price before any work starts. Our recent Kempton Park jobs include an LG fridge regas in Birch Acres and an LG tumble dryer with worn roller bearings.
What Kempton Park books us for most
Aircons
Not cooling, leaking, error codes and outdoor units that won't start, plus services before summer and new installations. Aircon repair Kempton Park
Stoves & ovens
Ovens not heating, plates not working, thermostats, fan ovens, gas hobs, and stoves that trip the earth leakage. Stove tripping the power?
Dishwashers
Water left in the bottom, dishes not clean, leaks, and Bosch E24/E25 drain codes. Dishwasher repair
Washing machines
Not draining, not spinning, door locks, leaks and noisy bearings on front and top loaders. Washing machine repair
Tumble dryers
No heat, drum not turning, and rumbling rollers, like the LG dryer below. Tumble dryer repair
Fridges & freezers
Not cooling, icing up, leaking and regassing, including the side-by-sides common in newer Kempton homes. Fridge repair
Fridge & dishwasher installation
New fridge or dishwasher installed, levelled and tested, including connecting side-by-side water dispensers and ice makers to the main tap. Installation details
Homes, guesthouses and small businesses
Kempton Park's mix is a little different from the northern suburbs. Alongside family homes in Birch Acres, Edleen, Birchleigh and Glen Marais, a lot of our work is for guesthouses, B&Bs and self-catering units near OR Tambo, and for small businesses around the CBD and the Isando and Spartan industrial areas. When a guesthouse fridge or aircon fails, there's a guest arriving tonight, so we prioritise those calls and can look at several units in one visit.
Ovens and stoves: the Kempton classic
Many Kempton homes still have the solid-plate Defy or Univa stove the house was built with. These are tough and very repairable. A plate switch, element or thermostat is usually all it takes. The one to watch is a stove that trips the earth leakage: it's usually a damp or failed element. Switch it off at the isolator and call us rather than resetting it again and again.
We're based in Kempton Park
Absolute Repairs is based in Kempton Park, so we're close by for call-outs in Birch Acres, Edleen, Birchleigh, Glen Marais, Norkem Park, Bonaero Park and the rest of the area, often the same day.
Washing machine repairs in Kempton Park
Front loaders and top loaders that won't drain, won't spin, leak or show an error code. Usually it's a blocked pump, a worn belt or carbon brushes, a door lock or a motor fault, and we carry most of these parts. Bearings that rumble on spin are worth fixing early, before they damage the drum. More on washing machines that won't spin.
Dishwasher repairs in Kempton Park
Water left in the bottom, dishes coming out dirty, leaks, error codes, or a dishwasher that trips the power or smells of burning. A burning smell is serious: on a recent Kempton Park job (below), a Defy dishwasher had burnt wiring connectors that had melted part of the control module housing. More on dishwasher repair.
Fridge and dishwasher installation in Kempton Park
New fridge with a water dispenser or ice maker? We connect it to your water supply with the right fittings and leak-test it. We also install dishwashers: water inlet, drain and power, levelled and tested with a full cycle. See fridge and dishwasher installation.
Power cuts and surge damage
Being close to the airport doesn't spare Kempton Park from load-shedding and storm spikes. Fridges that hum but won't start, washing machines with dead displays and inverter aircons with error codes after an outage are common, and often repairable. If you're claiming insurance, we do a written surge damage report.
Recent Kempton Park jobs
38 kVA diesel generator cranking but not starting: fault found and fixed
This 38 kVA diesel standby generator in Kempton Park would crank over but never start, leaving the property without backup power. We opened up the canopy and worked through the starting system and fuel supply to find the fault, fixed it, and ran the generator to check it started and took over properly. Tip: a standby generator that only runs during power cuts can sit for weeks. Run it for a few minutes every couple of weeks and have it serviced at least once a year, so it starts when you need it. See our generator repair and service page.
Honda generator general maintenance and check-up
A general service and check-up on a Honda generator in Kempton Park. Our technician checked the battery and starting, took the voltage regulator out to inspect it, and went through the engine and electrical side so the generator would be ready to run when the power goes off. Tip: on an electric-start generator, the battery is the first thing to go flat when the unit stands for a while. Keep it charged, and use fresh fuel, because old petrol is one of the most common reasons a generator won't start.
Siemens side-by-side fridge warm and dispenser leaking: evaporator fan motor and cracked water pipe replaced
This Siemens side-by-side fridge in Kempton Park had two problems at once: the fridge section wasn't getting cold, and the water dispenser leaked every time someone pressed it for water. On a side-by-side like this, the cooling coil (the evaporator) sits behind a cover in the freezer, and a fan blows the cold air from there through to the fridge side. When that fan motor fails, the freezer can still feel cold while the fridge slowly warms up. We took off the cover, which you can see in the first photo, and replaced the faulty evaporator fan motor. The leak was a separate fault: the water pipe that feeds the dispenser had cracked, so water escaped whenever it was under pressure. We replaced the pipe and checked the dispenser for leaks. Both sides were cooling again and the dispenser was dry. Tip: if your fridge is warm but the freezer is fine, listen for the fan at the back of the freezer when the door is closed. If it's silent or noisy, the fan motor is a likely cause, and it's a much smaller repair than a gas fault.
Rooftop aircon rusted through: replaced with a blue anti-corrosion coil unit
This Samsung outdoor unit sat on a flat rooftop in Kempton Park, exposed to full sun, rain and wind all year. When we opened it up, the rust had gone right through the casing corners, the top and side panels, and the internal support frame around the electrical box. At that point, patching the rust isn't worth it: the panels, frame and brackets keep failing, and the coil and electrics are next. We replaced it with a new outdoor unit that has a blue anti-corrosion treated coil, which stands up far better to an exposed rooftop. Tip: for rooftops, pool areas and other exposed spots, choose an outdoor unit with a blue coated coil and coated or galvanised brackets, and have it serviced every year. Read our guide to rusted aircon outdoor units.
Samsung EcoBubble washer not filling: inlet valve replaced
This big 12 kg Samsung EcoBubble washing machine in Birch Acres had stopped taking in water, so the wash cycle couldn't start properly. On Samsung front-loaders, a filling problem usually shows as a 4C or 4E code. We checked the easy things first: the tap was fully open, the inlet hose wasn't kinked, and the small mesh filter where the hose connects was clear. We then took the top off and tested the water inlet valve, the solenoid valve that opens to let water in. It had failed. We fitted a new inlet valve, reassembled the machine and ran it through a fill and wash to make sure it was taking in water properly again. Tip: if your washer won't fill, check the tap and the hose first. If those are fine, the inlet valve or its filter is the most likely cause, and it's a quick, affordable repair.
Ceiling cassette aircon installed in a commercial building
We installed a ceiling cassette aircon in a commercial building in Kempton Park that was being fitted out. A cassette unit sits in or under the ceiling and blows air out in four directions, so it cools a large open-plan space more evenly than a wall unit, and it keeps the walls free for shelving, screens and displays. We hung the cassette on threaded rods anchored into the concrete slab, levelled it so the condensate drains properly, and ran the insulated copper pipes and drain neatly across the ceiling to the outdoor unit. We worked alongside the other contractors on site: electricians were busy with the lighting while we did the aircon. Tip for businesses: if you're renovating or fitting out a space, bring the aircon installer in early, before the ceilings and lighting are finished. Pipe routes, drains and power are much easier and neater to plan at that stage.
Unitherm split aircon installed in an entertainment room
We installed a new Unitherm split aircon in this Kempton Park entertainment room. The indoor unit was mounted high on the wall so it cools the whole room evenly, with the pipe work run neatly in trunking. The outdoor unit went on wall brackets outside, off the ground and with space around it for airflow. After connecting, we vacuumed the system, released the gas and tested it cooling. Tip: keep the outdoor unit clear of plants and clutter. It needs free airflow to get rid of heat, and a blocked unit cools poorly and costs more to run.
Defy dishwasher with burnt wiring connectors: repaired
When we opened up this Defy DDW 173, we found two connectors on the wiring loom that had overheated and burnt, and the heat had melted part of the control module housing. Burnt connectors like these usually start with a loose or corroded contact that heats up every time the dishwasher runs, until the plastic chars. We repaired the burnt connections and damaged parts, and got the dishwasher working again. Tip: if your dishwasher smells of burning plastic, trips the power or stops dead mid-cycle, switch it off at the wall and have it checked. Overheating connections are a fire risk.
Alliance aircon showing E1: defective communication cable
The aircon had stopped working and the indoor unit was showing E1. On Alliance splits, E1 can point to several faults: most often a communication problem between the indoor and outdoor units, but also the main control board, a temperature sensor or the wiring. Rather than guessing and swapping parts, we assessed it and found the communication cable itself was damaged, so the signal wasn't getting through. We replaced the cable, and the unit started working perfectly again, with no new boards and no new aircon. More on this code: what E1 means on an Alliance aircon.
LG side-by-side fridge regassed
This LG side-by-side with an Inverter Linear compressor needed a regas. We checked the sealed system, regassed it to the correct charge, and made sure both the fridge and freezer sides came back down to temperature before we left. LG inverter fridges are well worth keeping going, and the compressor on this model carries a long manufacturer warranty.
LG tumble dryer: worn drum roller bearings
This LG Sensor Dry had become noisy as the drum turned. The drum sits on rollers at the back, and their bearings had worn out from years of use. We replaced the worn roller bearings, and the drum turns smoothly and quietly again. A rumbling or squealing dryer is usually this, and it's far cheaper to fix early than after the worn parts damage the drum or belt.
Where we work in Kempton Park
- Birch Acres, Birchleigh, Birchleigh North
- Edleen, Norkem Park, Van Riebeeck Park
- Glen Marais, Croydon, Aston Manor
- Bonaero Park, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park CBD
- Pomona, Terenure, Allen Grove, Esselen Park
- Isando and Spartan (businesses)
- Nearby: Edenvale, Benoni, Bedfordview
Kempton Park is home: the suburbs we cover
Absolute Repairs is based in Kempton Park, so this is where we're quickest to reach you. Morning bookings in Kempton Park are usually seen the same day, often within a few hours. We work in every part of Kempton Park:
- Birch Acres, Norkem Park and Edleen: busy family suburbs, where most of our calls are ovens and stoves, washing machines, fridges and aircons.
- Glen Marais, Van Riebeeck Park and Terenure: established homes and complexes, with plenty of built-in ovens, dishwashers and second fridges in the garage.
- Bonaero Park, Rhodesfield and Esselen Park: close to OR Tambo, with homes, guesthouses and airport accommodation that rely on aircons and fridges every day.
- Kempton Park CBD, Aston Manor and Croydon: flats, townhouses, shops and offices.
- Isando, Spartan and the industrial areas: staff kitchens, display fridges, bottle coolers, commercial ovens and office aircons.
- Close by: Midstream, Edenvale, Greenstone Hill and Benoni, from the same Kempton Park base.
The jobs Kempton Park books us for most are oven and stove repairs, washing machines that won't drain or spin, dishwasher repairs and installations, fridges that stop cooling, and aircon services, regas and installations. We recently installed a ceiling cassette aircon in a commercial building and a Unitherm split in an entertainment room here, and repaired a Defy dishwasher with burnt wiring.
You can find us on Google Maps. If we've helped you, a Google review helps other Kempton Park residents find a technician they can trust.
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair generators in Kempton Park?
Yes. We repair, service and install petrol, inverter and diesel standby generators in Kempton Park and across Gauteng. Recent Kempton Park jobs include a 38 kVA diesel generator that cranked but would not start, and a service on a Honda generator.
Why is my washing machine not filling with water?
Check that the tap is fully open, the inlet hose isn't kinked, and the small filter where the hose connects isn't blocked. If those are fine, the water inlet valve has usually failed. On a recent job in Birch Acres, Kempton Park, we replaced the inlet valve on a Samsung EcoBubble washer and it filled properly again.
Do I still pay the R350 call-out if you do the repair?
No. The R350 call-out covers the visit and the diagnosis. If you go ahead with the repair, the call-out is waived and you only pay the fixed repair price we quoted. If you decide not to repair, you only pay the R350 call-out.
Do you do oven repairs in Kempton Park?
Yes. Oven and stove repairs are among our most common Kempton Park jobs: elements, thermostats, plate switches, fan motors, door seals and gas hob thermocouples. We are based in Kempton Park, so we're usually there the same day.
Do you install dishwashers in Kempton Park?
Yes. We install and connect dishwashers and fridges with plumbed water in Kempton Park, including the water supply, the drain and levelling, and we repair dishwashers too.
How quickly can you get to me in Kempton Park?
We are based in Kempton Park, so morning bookings are usually seen the same day, Monday to Saturday from 07:30 to 17:30.
Do you repair washing machines in Kempton Park?
Yes. We repair front loaders and top loaders that won't drain, spin or start, leak, or show an error code, at your home in Kempton Park.
Do you install fridges and dishwashers in Kempton Park?
Yes. We connect fridge water dispensers and ice makers to your water supply and leak-test them, and install dishwashers with the water inlet, drain and power, tested with a full cycle.
Are you based in Kempton Park?
Yes. Absolute Repairs is based in Kempton Park, so we can usually reach Birch Acres, Edleen, Birchleigh, Glen Marais, Norkem Park and Bonaero Park the same day.
How much is the call-out fee in Kempton Park?
R350 for the visit and diagnosis. You get a fixed repair price before any work starts.
Do you repair appliances for guesthouses near the airport?
Yes. We regularly work for guesthouses and self-catering units around Kempton Park, prioritise them when guests are booked in, and can do several units in one visit.
My oven in Kempton Park isn't heating. Is it worth fixing?
Usually. Most oven faults are an element, thermostat or switch, which are affordable parts. We diagnose it for R350 and quote before any work.
Do you repair dishwashers in Kempton Park?
Yes, including Bosch, Siemens, Samsung, LG, Defy and Hisense, for drain, heating, leak and error-code faults.
Can you come out the same day?
Often, yes. WhatsApp us in the morning with your suburb and the fault, and we'll fit you onto the East Rand route.
Book a repair in Kempton Park
Tell us the appliance, the brand and what it's doing, and your suburb (Birch Acres, Edleen, Glen Marais and so on). A photo of the rating plate or error code helps. Monday to Saturday, 07:30–17:30.
Brands we repair in Kempton Park
Our technicians repair all the major brands in Kempton Park. Start with your brand below for the usual faults and repair options. Recent jobs here include Samsung, Unitherm, Defy, Alliance and LG appliances. Your brand not listed? We repair all major appliance and aircon brands, so give us a call on 072 686 0472.
Fridges
Washing machines
Aircons
Cookers
Repairs in Kempton Park are part of our Johannesburg route, with the same R350 call-out.
Related pages
Recent jobs across Gauteng
We do the same repairs in every area we cover, for the same R350 call-out. A few of this week's jobs:
- LG aircon outdoor PC board repaired · Krugersdorp
- New Defy washer transit block removed · Sandton
- Defy fridge relay and overload replaced · Sandton
- Cracked Defy hob replaced same day · Fourways
- Rational combi oven fan motor replaced · Pretoria
- 38 kVA diesel generator no-start fixed · Kempton Park
- Honda generator service · Kempton Park
- Commercial dishwasher drain pump replaced · Pretoria
- Smeg washer bearings replaced · Randfontein
- Defy fridge compressor replaced · Halfway House
Book a service call
Tell us what's broken and where you are. We'll call you back to confirm a time, usually the same day.
- Genuine OEM parts fitted wherever they're available, and we tell you upfront if we use a quality equivalent
- Technicians with over 10 years of experience and 10,000+ completed jobs
- 6-month guarantee on every repair and installation
- Flat R350 diagnostic call-out anywhere in Gauteng, waived if you go ahead with the repair
- Fixed price agreed before any repair work starts
- Same-day call-outs, and we carry around 90% of major spares
- Prefer to talk? Call 072 686 0472 or WhatsApp us