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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 Do We Rate A&E Factory Service?

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

Our 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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295 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Hong W
4/6/2021
A&E is so bad to give even a 1 star. Their technician came for my refrigerator and found the compressor is broken and under LG manufactory warranty. They charged $305 for this finding and asked me to contact LG. I called LG and was told the technician should call LG to get the parts for the compressor. After that the technician never showed up again. I called A&E many times. They seems either totally lost about the service request, or they promise something but never happened. Instead of repairing my refrigerator, every tome they try to market and sale siding to me. Now after 2 weeks I have to find another service provider. Avoid A&E!


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Patty D
4/2/2021
Do not use them. They are a scam company. There calls to contact them go to Mexico and the Philipines. They cannot help you. Our repair person lied to Home Depot after coming to our house 7 times for the same repair. Home Depot paid A and E alot of money for 7 visits and denied our claim for a damaged refrigerator


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john k
3/23/2021
The service and support form their phone line is below marginal. I have a brand new damaged fridge. After seven weeks and three orders they finally sent the right part (new door and facade for ice maker). Repair man came and left and after he was gone I noticed a problem - he was gone five minutes. I called them immediately and was told my ticket was closed and there is nothing more they can do. Excuse me? your worker did a S*****ss job and there in nothing you can do? They told me I had to call LG back, but I made them get an LG person on the phone and they told me I had to talk to A&E. I gave them a half star only because I cannot submit this with no stars


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Ernest T
3/10/2021
3/10/21 Antoine M. Was out to repair a prior unsuccessful repair. His service and professional job was excellent. An asset to your Company.


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JOANNE W
3/9/2021
I had an appointment with A&E to repair my dishwasher. the appointment was made over 3 weeks in advance. i took off work for the 8-12 times. at 10 am i receive a text...not a call...but a text to tell me the repair person was not coming. they then booked me for 3/24! i guess they think no one has a job or that everyone works like they do...show up when you feel like it. i do not recommend this repair company.


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Mike B
3/4/2021
This is the worst company i have delt with in a long time. Waited a lknth to get my refrigerator repaired. And it is not repaired, have to wait 8 more days for them to come back out to diagnose the problem again then i get back in line for them to come out and repair it again. This is ridiculous!!!!!!!!! To top it off they try to sell me on new services everytime i call on my refrigerator. Dont use them for anything if u dont have to.


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Susan D
3/3/2021
Had many appointments with four hour windows. No one would show up - no phone call texts or emails. Highly recommend not using thru Best Buy or any other appliance distributor. Do not buy service agreements. They don't honor them]


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Sophia
3/2/2021
A&E FACTORY SERVICE IS THE WORST COMPANY EVER!! I’ve never had warranty on appliances before decided well maybe I should this time around. OMG I’ve never had to deal with such terrible customer service. I’ve been waiting about 2 months to have my dishwasher repaired! First appointment, technician took a look, broke a part while putting the dishwasher back together and ordered parts. 2/25 was my appointment to have a technician come and repair only to have no one show up, I took the day off waiting for them! I called and they said since all the parts didn’t show up they cancelled my application without letting me know!! And now the parts all came in, the one part that goes outside of the... Read More


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Brenda H
2/25/2021
The most terrible and inefficient company I have seen in a long time. I have been waiting for over 2 months for my washing machine to be repaired. Every time I set an appointment it is at least 2 weeks out. The first technician was having panic attacks because he was taking too long and already late to his next appointment after being here for 10 minutes. They have ordered the wrong part and now THEY cancelled due to weather but won't let me make an appointment until after this one expires in their system. STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY AT ALL COSTS. I would give them negative stars if I could. Do not buy an extended warranty if this is the company the appliance company is associated... Read More


Alisa F
2/23/2021
No show for an appointment. Took time off work waiting for the service tech. They also ordered the wrong part which meant things were delayed even longer; we've been dealing with this for three months now. Called customer service and they had no update on the part and was told to contact the business I bought my appliance from. Long story short..appliance was under warranty, I did not need to waste my time going to the store I bought the appliance from just needed to contact warranty company. Part showed up in my driveway the next day so basically A & E either screwed up and didn't order the part until I started calling and asking a bout it or they just really had no clue or didn't... Read More



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