Appliance & HVAC repair in Mar Vista
Mar Vista homeowners call West Appliance Service when a refrigerator stops cooling, a dryer won't heat, or the furnace quits on a chilly marine-layer morning. We're a family-owned, independent repair company based nearby in Playa del Rey, and for more than ten years we've repaired kitchen, laundry, and heating and cooling equipment across the Westside, from Mar Vista to Santa Monica, Brentwood and Pacific Palisades.
- Google rating
- 4.8★ · 192 reviews
- Service call
- $95, credited to repair
- Warranty
- 90 days to 1 year
- Open
- 24/7, same-day visits
Postwar homes and updated kitchens
Much of Mar Vista is made up of single-story homes built in the years after World War II, along with duplexes, apartments and newer two-story rebuilds. Many original kitchens have been remodeled, so it's common to see a mix: a newer stainless refrigerator and dishwasher next to an older gas range, or a full set of built-in appliances in a recent renovation. Laundry is often in the garage or a converted closet, with stacked or compact units where space is tight. We work on all of it, from freestanding ranges and over-the-range microwaves to built-in refrigerators and wall ovens, plus the forced-air furnaces, wall heaters and ductless systems these homes rely on.
Mild weather, coastal air and older systems
Mar Vista sits a few miles from the ocean, so the weather is mild most of the year, with a morning marine layer and cool evenings. Moisture and salt in the air can corrode exposed parts over time, especially outdoor condensers and appliances kept in a garage. Many homes were built before central air was common, and heating equipment that sits idle for months can struggle when the first cold night arrives. Late-summer and fall heat waves are the real test: air conditioners and refrigerators run hard, and weak capacitors, dirty coils and refrigerant problems tend to show up then. In older homes, aging wiring and gas connections also deserve a careful look during any repair.
What Mar Vista homeowners call us about
In the kitchen, the most common calls are refrigerators that run warm or leak water, ice makers that stop producing, dishwashers that won't drain, and gas burners or ovens that won't light. In the laundry room, it's washers that won't spin or drain and dryers that run but don't heat, often tied to a clogged vent. For heating and cooling, we see furnaces that won't ignite after sitting all summer, wall heaters that need attention, and air conditioners or mini-splits that blow warm air during a heat wave. Every visit starts with a diagnosis, and the $95 service call goes toward the repair, so you know what's wrong before you decide.
From our service calls
What we fix in Mar Vista
Rated 4.8 on Google from 192 reviews
★★★★★
Our freezer stopped working recently. When I called West Appliance Service they came to my home to assess the problem within 1 hour of calling. They were able to come back the next day to complete the repairs once they knew what parts they needed. The service was quick, smooth, and well done. We had a great experience working with Ivan and highly recommend anyone to use their services. We will definitely be a repeat customer if our appliances need repair.
★★★★★
West Appliance Service were awesome! They came out super fast and fixed my Wolf oven when it suddenly stopped heating. Great guys, quick work, no hassle. Definitely recommend!
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How a visit works
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Call or book online
We answer 24/7. Same-day visits when the schedule allows.
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Diagnosis at your home
The $95 service call is credited toward the repair.
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A quote before work starts
You see the price and decide. No surprise charges.
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Repair with a warranty
90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work.
Questions from Mar Vista homeowners
Do you offer same-day appliance repair in Mar Vista?
Yes, whenever the schedule allows. We're open 24/7 and based nearby in Playa del Rey.
How much is a service call in Mar Vista?
$95 for the visit and diagnosis, credited toward the repair if you go ahead.
What warranty do you give?
90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on compressor and sealed system work, and 18 months for HomeCare members.