Local appliance engineer
Appliance Repair in Ivybridge
We repair domestic appliances in homes across Ivybridge, on the southern edge of Dartmoor beside the River Erme. From washing machines to fridge freezers and electric hobs, we find the fault in your home and agree the cost with you first.
01Local knowledge
Homes in Ivybridge, and what they need
About Ivybridge
The place and its homes
Situated at the southern extremity of Dartmoor National Park along the A38 Devon Expressway, this area is surrounded by a varied and complex landscape of river valleys, farmland and dense woodland. The built environment is mainly characterised by suburban street plans and houses, though the centre features Victorian buildings. In older properties, space for domestic appliances can be limited. A washer dryer is a practical solution when there is no room for a separate washing machine and tumble dryer, while slimline dishwashers help maximise available cabinet space.
In homes like these
What that means for your appliances
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the settlement underwent a period of rapid growth and was designated as the fastest growing town in Europe. In the middle layer of the town, most buildings are semi-detached and built on quite steep roads. More recently, the historic paper mill closed in 2013 and the buildings are being converted to homes and shops. Modern residential conversions often feature integrated appliances fitted behind matching cabinet doors. When an integrated fridge freezer or dishwasher develops a fault, the wooden fascia panel must be removed before the appliance can be pulled out for inspection.
02What we look out for
What these homes mean for your appliances
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Washing machine vibration on suspended timber floors
Older properties with suspended timber floors can amplify the vibrations from a washing machine during the spin cycle. If the machine is not perfectly level, the movement puts extra strain on the drum bearings and suspension legs. Adjusting the feet to stabilise the appliance helps reduce excessive noise and wear.
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Drainage faults in integrated domestic dishwashers
Homes converted from older buildings often have modern kitchens with integrated dishwashers. A failure to drain is a standard fault on these machines, usually caused by a blockage in the filter or the drain pump. Food debris and broken glass can jam the pump impeller, leaving dirty water in the base.
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Fan oven elements failing to heat up
When an electric fan oven blows cold air while the indicator light remains on, the circular heating element has usually failed. The element degrades over time through normal heating and cooling cycles until the internal wire breaks. Replacing the element restores the heat, allowing the oven to bake evenly again.
03Where we go
Ivybridge and around it
Operating from our base in Plymouth, All Appliance Care provides domestic appliance repairs across the surrounding region. We visit homes in Modbury, South Brent and the rural communities bordering the national park. Our coverage includes properties around Harford, Ugborough and Ermington, as well as homes near Cornwood and Bittaford. We also repair washing machines, ovens and fridge freezers in Wrangaton and Lee Mill.
Nearby towns we cover
04Questions
Questions from Ivybridge
Not answered here? Tell us the make, the model and what the appliance is doing.
Call 01752 922765Yes, we cover the town and the surrounding rural communities. Operating from a local 01752 number in Plymouth, we visit homes in Ugborough, Ermington, Cornwood and Bittaford. We also travel to nearby towns like Modbury and South Brent to repair washing machines, dishwashers and electric ovens.
No, we do not work on gas cookers, gas hobs or any gas appliances. Our repair service is strictly limited to electric and induction cooking appliances. We repair electric ovens, electric range cookers, electric hobs and induction hobs, replacing faulty elements, thermostats and cooling fans.
Washer dryers have a smaller drying capacity than their washing capacity. If the drum is completely full from the wash cycle, there is not enough room for warm air to circulate through the wet laundry. Removing half the load before starting the drying cycle allows the clothes to dry properly.
Appliances kept in unheated utility rooms or garages can struggle when the room temperature drops. Many fridge freezers rely on a single thermostat located in the fridge compartment. If the ambient temperature falls below the thermostat setting, the compressor will not run, causing the freezer compartment to slowly defrost.