Microwave running but not heating, sparking, or not starting when you shut the door? We repair over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves in homes and condos across Vaughan, Concord, Maple, Kleinburg and Woodbridge.
Aria Appliance Repair provides in-home microwave repair throughout Vaughan, Ontario, including over-the-range, built-in and wall, and drawer microwaves. A technician diagnoses the problem on site, explains the cause and the price, and only proceeds once you approve. Completed repairs are backed by a 1-Year Parts & Labour Warranty on Completed Repairs.
From microwaves that run but won’t heat to sparking, door switches and dead controls, these are some of the most common microwave problems we diagnose in Vaughan homes.
The light is on, the turntable turns, but the food stays cold.
The usual causes are the magnetron (the part that makes the heat), a high-voltage diode or capacitor, a door switch, or a blown thermal fuse. These parts carry high voltage, so a technician should test them.
Most often a dirty or burned waveguide cover (the small panel on the inside wall), food build-up, metal in the cavity, or chipped interior paint.
Stop using it, because ongoing sparking can damage the magnetron.
A microwave won’t start unless its door switches say the door is shut.
A worn switch can stop it from starting, make it cut out mid-cook, or blow a fuse. A door that won’t latch is often a broken latch hook or spring.
Usually the turntable motor, a worn drive coupler under the glass tray, or a roller ring that’s out of place.
Check that the tray is seated on the coupler first.
A blown fuse or thermal cut-out, a door switch, or the control board.
Check the outlet and breaker first.
A worn touchpad, a control board, the vent fan motor, or a light socket.
On over-the-range models, the fan and light matter for cooking too.
From your first call to a microwave that heats properly again, here’s what to expect.
and whether it’s over-the-range, built-in or drawer. The model number is usually inside the door frame.
Same-Day Service AvailableThe diagnostic visit covers the testing. Diagnostic regularly $129, now $99, and always waived when Aria does the repair.
Diagnostic regularly $129, now $99before any work begins.
Before any work beginsWe remount it and run a heat test. Completed repairs are backed by our 1-Year Parts & Labour Warranty.
1-Year Parts & Labour WarrantyAria services over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves only. They’re sized to your cabinets, many are part of a matching set, and the over-the-range ones also work as the range hood for the stove below. Replacing one means finding a model that fits the same opening and trim, so repairing it is usually the better value. We take the unit down or out carefully, fix it, and remount it.
Our technicians test the major microwave high-voltage, door, drive and control components.
MagnetronRuns but doesn’t heat, or a loud buzz while running.
High-voltage diodeNo heat, or a buzzing sound with no heating.
High-voltage capacitorNo heat, or the microwave blows its fuse.
High-voltage transformerNo heat, a burning smell or a loud hum.
Door switchesWon’t start, stops when the door is touched, or blows a fuse.
Thermal fuseNo power at all, or it shuts off after overheating.
Turntable motorTurntable won’t turn, or turns unevenly.
Keypad & touchpadButtons don’t respond, or some keys stopped working.
Control boardBlank display, error codes, or it starts by itself.
Vent fan motorOver-the-range vent fan won’t run or is noisy.That includes over-the-range and built-in models like GE microwaves, Whirlpool microwaves, Samsung over-the-range microwaves and Wolf microwave drawers. Don’t see your brand? Call with your model number. Aria is independent and not affiliated with these manufacturers.
Over-the-range
Built-in & wall
Microwave drawers| Repair | Typical range | |
|---|---|---|
| Lower cost | ||
| Thermal fuse or cut-out | $100–$190 | |
| High-voltage diode | $100–$230 | |
| Door switch | $120–$200 | |
| Cooling or vent fan motor | $120–$280 | |
| High-voltage capacitor | $110–$270 | |
| Turntable motor | $130–$220 | |
| Mid range | ||
| Keypad or touchpad | $180–$300 | |
| Control board | $180–$350 | |
| Higher cost | ||
| Magnetron | $250–$400 | |
| High-voltage transformer | $250–$450 | |
* Typical ranges in CAD, before HST. Final price confirmed before work; brand, model and parts affect cost.
Diagnostic regularly $129, now $99, and always waived when Aria does the repair.
Completed microwave repairs are backed by our 1-Year Parts & Labour Warranty on Completed Repairs, which is rare in appliance repair.
If the job needs a new outlet or circuit, new vent ducting, or cabinet changes, we’ll tell you before any work starts.
For over-the-range, built-in and drawer models, most repairs are well worth it compared with the cost of replacing and refitting. If a magnetron or transformer repair on an older unit would cost close to a new one, we’ll say so.
An older microwave with rust inside the cavity, a damaged door or repeated failures may not justify a major repair.
Door switch, fuse, diode, turntable and fan faults are often practical to repair. Magnetrons, transformers and control boards cost more.
Parts for some older or discontinued models are limited or slow to source.
We compare the repair price with the cost of a comparable new microwave and tell you plainly if replacing makes more sense.
If replacing makes more sense, we can install your new microwave. Call 1-888-642-0352 to book.
We install over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves from $129, including mounting and connecting an over-the-range vent to existing compatible ducting. See microwave installation for what’s included.
Microwave installation starts from $129. Final pricing depends on the microwave type, model, installation requirements and existing connections.
What’s included: Mounting to the wall plate or into the cabinet or trim kit, connecting to an existing compatible outlet, connecting an over-the-range vent to existing compatible ducting where applicable, and a test run.
Before installation day: Check that the new microwave fits the existing opening or space above the range and that there is a compatible outlet. Tell us if it’s over-the-range with outside venting or needs a trim kit when you book so we can confirm the scope.
Old appliance removal: Ask when you book and we’ll let you know if haul-away is available.
Aria provides in-home microwave repair and installation throughout the City of Vaughan, including Woodbridge, Maple, Concord, Kleinburg, Vellore Village, Patterson, Sonoma Heights, Carrville, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, Elder Mills, Islington Woods & Thornhill. See our Vaughan, Ontario appliance repair page for local details.
Need microwave repair near me? We fix over-the-range, built-in and drawer microwaves where they're mounted, in homes across Vaughan, Woodbridge, Maple, Kleinburg and Concord. Please don't open the case yourself. Parts inside can hold a charge after it's unplugged.
We also serve Thornhill.
Call 1-888-642-0352Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
Book OnlineSee also: Range Hood Repair, Oven & Stove Repair and Appliance Installation.
Tell us which appliance you need repaired or installed and we’ll help arrange your appointment.
