Appliance Repairs for Hobart Landlords & Property Managers

Quick answer: A broken fridge, oven or washing machine in a rental property is not just an inconvenience — it is a habitability issue that needs a fast, reliable fix and paperwork that makes sense for a managed property. Appliance Care works directly with landlords and property managers: upfront quotes before any work starts, flexible invoicing, and direct communication with tenants to arrange access.

Landlord & property manager accounts: register as a landlord or property manager with us for direct tenant liaison and consistent invoicing across your rental properties — get in touch to set it up.

Why appliance repairs are different for rental properties

When you own the property but someone else lives in it, a broken appliance brings extra pressure most owner-occupiers do not deal with: tenants need it fixed quickly, you need to approve and pay for it without being on-site, and everything ideally needs to be documented for your records. A repair partner who understands that workflow makes the whole process far less stressful.

What to look for in an appliance repair partner as a landlord

• Upfront, flat quotes — so you can approve a repair without a site visit and without surprise costs later.
• Direct tenant communication — someone who can arrange access and appointment times with your tenant directly, without you needing to be the go-between.
• Proper invoicing — clear, itemised invoices you can pass on to owners or file for your own records.
• A genuine guarantee — so a repeat fault does not mean paying twice.
• Fast turnaround — a fridge or oven fault affects someone’s ability to live comfortably in the property, so response time matters.

Common rental appliance issues we see

• Fridge not cooling — often flagged urgently by tenants, and usually a seal, thermostat or airflow issue.
• Oven not heating — a common call in older rental properties with original appliances.
• Dishwasher not draining — frequently a filter or hose blockage rather than a major fault.
• Washing machine leaking — needs prompt attention to avoid water damage to the property.

How we work with landlords and property managers

We can liaise directly with your tenant to arrange a suitable time, diagnose the fault on-site, and provide a flat quote before proceeding — which you can approve by phone or email without needing to attend yourself. Once the work is done, you receive a clear invoice, and the repair is backed by our standard 12-month parts and labour guarantee. If a repair is not worth doing — for example, on an ageing appliance already due for replacement — we will tell you honestly, rather than just replacing parts for the sake of it. See our repair or replace guide for how we approach that call.

Managing multiple properties?

If you manage several rental properties across Hobart, Indiana, get in touch directly and we can set up a straightforward process for repeat call-outs — consistent quoting, invoicing that suits your accounting, and a single point of contact rather than starting from scratch each time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you invoice the property manager or owner directly, rather than the tenant?

Yes — invoicing can be arranged to whoever is responsible for approving and paying for the repair.

Can you arrange access directly with the tenant?

Yes, we can coordinate appointment times directly with tenants once a landlord or property manager has approved the call-out.

Do you provide quotes before starting work, for approval purposes?

Always. You get a flat, upfront quote after diagnosis, so approval can happen quickly without back-and-forth.

What do I get by registering as a landlord or property manager?

Registered accounts get direct tenant liaison and consistent invoicing across all your rental properties, so repeat call-outs do not mean starting from scratch each time.

Register as a Landlord or Property Manager

Fill in your details below and our team will confirm your registration for direct tenant liaison and consistent invoicing across all your rental properties.

Prefer to book a single property directly instead? Book online, or see our appliance repair cost guide for typical pricing.