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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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gailhayesdavis
6/14/2021
This company is terrible! I asked for a repair person for an ice maker. The person they sent told me he knew nothing about Icemaker’s, and left. I received an invoice which I disputed in 2 letters with no reply. They have now turned me into a collection agency. Total scam!


mario.carrillo1977
6/11/2021
Scheduled an appointment with LG to repair my LG refrigerator. A&E tech called, explained the problem, said nothing they can do, then told LG that repair completed. Scam company that does not repair items but charges the big companies.


mario.carrillo1977
6/11/2021
Scheduled an appointment with LG to repair my LG refrigerator. A&E tech called, explained the problem, said nothing they can do, then told LG that repair completed. Scam company that does not repair items but charges the big companies.


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Jill
6/11/2021
have been rescheduled 6 times in the last 20 days to report my refrigerator that is not working at all, they hang up on me when we try to reschedule and when I ask why they keep cancelling they laugh it has been over 90 degrees her for the last 10days how would they like to be without a refrigerator? would not use them. except they are the only people LG uses for warranty work


Susan R
6/8/2021
A & E is unreliable, unprofessional and deceitful. My experience was totally unprofessional. I waited seven weeks for parts. Several service appointments were no shows without reason. The last appointment on Jun 7,2021 was very disturbing. Two service trucks, two technicians , one of the technicians was in a very angry state. He and his colleague decided to leave part way through the appointment. He stated he would be back in the afternoon-maybe. I took an entire day off work for this appointment. Shortly thereafter he had a colleague call and say there would be no technician available for me. They sent an email with a computer generated signature that was supposed to... Read More


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Carolyn S
6/7/2021
After reading all these reviews I see what I am dealing is their common practice. I was scheduled for repair on my LG washer on June 7 between 7am & 11am. Rep called on June 5 cancelling appointment. Reason given no technician available, Why was I given this appointment if no one was available to full fill this agreement? Does not anyone want to service my city, East St Louis , IL 62203. I purchased my LG washer and extended service warranty from Best Buy in Fairview Heights, IL 62208. C Stacker 6/7/2021


Hope C
6/7/2021
I requested a service call on a GE microwave 2 years old, Tech came out, was here 5 min, never touched the microwave only observed what I showed him (3 buttons were not working) and told me it would be $650. I only paid $750 When I told him I would talk to GE, he said I owed him $270 for the service call. EITHER HE IS A THIEF OR THE COMPNAY IS A RIP OFF. could YOU TELL ME WHICH OF THOSE IT IS??????


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Michelle
6/2/2021
Do not use a&e !! Have LG refrig. They use A&E for LG repairs. First visit was late n didn’t have parts he said no one told him was compressor he ordered parts said come back in 3 weeks. His schedule is full. May 21 no show or text or a call from A&E. I called them at end of day was told tech canceled appointment. Reschedule June 1 I now going on a month with no refrig or freezer. Again no show but tech did call me saying will still come at 6pm. He calls me back n said supervisor said can’t come that late n he would come 7:30am next day. Again no show. Called A$E 8am. Their notes from tech said I canceled day before cuz too late in the day. He lied!!!!! I called LG customer service.... Read More


suzjane2
5/26/2021
This company is a scam. I have been on the phone with them for days. They have given me other numbers to call which were disconnected. One number was for a credit union.


Mary B
5/22/2021
a&e buyer beware, this is the true meaning of customer no service!. i am 72 have hired countless service persons. this company is the worst i have had the displeasure of dealing with, they(a&e) give new meaning to being the worst company.you get no answers to questions no response ever. try to get a manager to help resolve issues , good luck, it cant be done. i am writing this so another victim doesent fall prey to the worst company. so please dont fall in to this utterly crap company.



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