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A&E Factory Service Appliance Repair Review


ConsumersAdvocate.org Rating: 3.9 / 5 (Very good)
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A&E Factory Service is a national appliance repair company based in Illinois. Servicing residential and commercial customers, its team of trained technicians and vehicle fleet provides maintenance for all major appliance brands. A&E Factory Service is a BBB accredited business with an A+ rating.

How is A&E Factory Service rated?

Breakdown

4.0/5
Appliance Repair Services
0.0/5
Customer Service
4.0/5
Additional Services
0.0/5
Warranty
0.0/5
Location and Reach

Overall Rating: 3.9 / 5 (Very good)

Founded in 1926, A&E Factory Service provides appliance repair solutions for residential and commercial customers nationwide. Users can schedule servicing through the company’s barebones website or by calling their customer service line. For a $99 consultation fee, a specialized technician visits the property to assess the equipment and provide a repair solution and estimate. As a subsidiary of the Whirlpool Corporation, A&E works with all major appliance brands and most household devices.

A&E Factory Service Appliance Repair Services

Appliance Repair Services - 4 / 5

A&E Factory Service provides appliance repair programs for residential and commercial customers throughout the U.S. It services all the major brands and most types of household appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, ranges, ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers. Through the company’s website, users can book repair appointments, check status updates, and establish payments. A $99 diagnostic fee is applied for the initial technician's visit. During this time, they will provide a repair estimate. If the customer proceeds with the repair, the fee will be added to the total cost. If the service is declined, the $99 will still be charged. The website does not state if irreparable equipment is replaced or hauled off.

Appliances Included

Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Dishwasher
Stove
Range
Oven
HVAC
Freezer
Water Heater
Furnace
Microwave
Appliance Replacement if Unable to Repair
No
Repair Appliance Not Bought in Store
Yes
Technician Call Out-Fee
$99.00

A&E Factory Service Additional Services

Additional Services - 4 / 5

In addition to the common household appliances mentioned above, A&E Factory Service handles other types of equipment, such as window air conditioners, garbage disposals, wine coolers, and trash compactors. Furthermore, the company provides repair service solutions for organizations and corporations. These include on-site or carry-in capabilities, as well as product refurbishing and calibrations.
Home Improvement
Heating and Cooling

A&E Factory Service Customer Service and Reputation

Customer Service/Reputation - 4 / 5

Although A&E Factory Service has an A+ rating from the BBB, negative online reviews are not hard to come by (as is often the case for any service provider). Most complaints stem from communication problems, particularly regarding missed service appointments and a frustrating rescheduling process. Nonetheless, the company has a customer service line available Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST and an online form to rate the service experience.
Year Founded
1926
BBB Rating
A+
Number of BBB Positive Reviews
1
Number of BBB Negative Reviews
41
Date Collected
2018-07-20
Customer Service Hours
Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST
Contact Method
Phone
Schedule Appointments Online
Yes
Protection Plan/Warranty
No

Company Profile

Full Name
A&E Factory Service Appliance Repair
Company Website
Headquarters
5500 Trillium Boulevard, Hoffman Estates, IL, 60179

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293 Customer Comments & Reviews

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lyndasatter
9/16/2024
The most horrible technician came to my home. You cannot get a hold of a live human person only a robot. My freezer is not working, and they had to order parts. The Technician was supposed to be here on Friday never called never showed. I tried to get a hold of a human and was unable too. I went on the website and was unable again to find a phone number to contact a human. I rescheduled the appointment which was hard to do since the site already showed an appointment was set up for me. It took forever to try to get another appointment. When the horrible technician came, he accused me of losing a part and he quote stated " You lost a part" while he was walking out the door, I was... Read More


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Brenda L
9/5/2024
Scheduled appointment on 8/28 for service on Maytag washer . They were unable to repair it that day & ordered the part to be delivered to my house. I received part following day on 8/29 but my next appointment with them was for today, 9/5, to replace it. In meantime, I had paid them in full ($408.00). I received emails & texts almost daily re this appointment. At 5:30 today, Brian the repairman called to tell me he had to reschedule my appointment for SEPTEMBER 9! At this point I am approx 2 weeks without a washer. I called customer service & registered my complaint- nothing they could do & no one in management to talk to. Customer service is terrible & they could care less about... Read More


j_averna
7/29/2024
The absolute worst company to deal with! Just read through all these different reviews and I can say it’s all true. This company is the only company I could get to service a LG washer dryer in Seaside Oregon. I shouldn’t say service, that’s the worst word I should use. The service comprised of multiple appointments all weeks apart because they don’t have the right parts on their trucks, coupled with two no shows after waiting 7 hours each time. The service guys only remarks about the poor service is the company is really screw up since new ownership and everyone is having issues. Today after weeks of waiting for a technician to show and for the second time having a no show, I... Read More


Amanda G
7/9/2024
If I could leave zero stars I would. I’ve been dealing with A&E Sears Appliance Repair for 3 months. The wrong parts were sent, the technician Ronnie T. was a no show twice where I had to sit and wait for 11-12 hours each time for him to not show up. After holding on the phone for an hour here and an hour there, we were finally assured a different technician would be at our home in 2 weeks. Nope, they sent Ronnie again and they evidently told him we requested someone else because he was very rude the entire time he was at my home. I keep my house very cool inside but he complained the whole time about how hot my house was. When he said he was done, my husband asked him if he was going to... Read More


Abraham T
7/3/2024
I have a contract with Choice Home Warranty, who contracted you to do the inspection of the AC. Your technician was here on Monday and a different one on Tuesday. It was determined that the system has a freon leak. A report was sent to Choice Home Warranty in order to get approval for the repair. CHW is  asking for some additional information, a request was sent to your technician yesterday morning and they have not gotten a response. I spoke to your people, spent over an hour on the phone speaking to 4 to 5 people and no one seems to know how to get the issue resolved. No one knew how to get in touch with technician. The only thing I heard is that they wait 24-48 hrs. In the mean time... Read More


Joe S
4/22/2024
I have been trying to get my refrigerator replaced since Jan 2024! I now will have to purchase one myself (cost wise) since they have told me for months they are having a system upgrade and can't put any orders thru! This is a RIP OFF when they have to honor their contract for replacement!This company has NO leadership and you can't understand what their saying. I WILL "NEVER' BUY THERE PROTECTION AGREEMENT " again! I have been working since October 23 to get a repair which led to a replacement and I'm still hearing about a system upgrade!


Diane W
2/8/2024
Four times to my house to fix a refrigerator (Edmar) since 01/10/2024 and guess what still not fixed. Cannot talk to a human just a repairman who doesn't seem to know squat


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Melissa
1/2/2024
A&E Factory Services is the worst business that I have ever dealt with. I had an appointment scheduled with them that gave me a 7:00am to 4:00pm window of time for their technician to arrive. At 4:30pm, they sent me a text telling me that my appointment has been canceled and rescheduled for a date 2 weeks from today. This is the THIRD time they have done this to me, and from reviews I have read on other websites, including the BBB, this is very common. It is extremely difficult to speak to a live agent at A&E Factory Services. Once you do, they are completely incapable of offering any help or service. Today I asked to be transferred to a supervisor. I was told that they have no supervisor... Read More


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tweety44
12/8/2023
This repair company gave two different prices, plus lied about having to change a board to choice Warranty saying it was an upgrade because the compressor was bad. Called LG and they said it wasn’t true, was trying to charge me triple the amount. Bought a new refrigerator. Stay away from them, they can’t be trusted!!


jklm2
10/22/2023
they came out, four weeks later no microwave or repairman, they have not responded to any comments or emails . but state on the online status check they repaired it



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