"Reasonable cost, knowledge of the issue, prompt, efficient, very professional. It was a very new experience to have these characteristics in a repair person. I will NEVER call anyone else for appliance repair as long as Saunders is in the area."
Over-the-Range · Built-In · Drawer
Microwave Repair in Huntington, WV
A built-in or over-the-range microwave that won't heat or won't start is worth fixing — it's mounted into your cabinets and costs real money to replace. We repair them in place across Huntington, usually within a day or two.
4.7
(100 reviews)
Family-Owned in Huntington for Nearly 20 Years
97% First-Visit Completion Rate
Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking & Thermador Specialists
Built-In Microwave Service
Microwave Repair for Huntington's Built-In Units
We repair the microwaves that are worth repairing — the ones mounted over your range or set into your cabinets.
We'll say it plainly: a countertop microwave usually isn't worth a service call, and we'll tell you so on the phone rather than charge you to hear it in person. Over-the-range, built-in, and drawer microwaves are different. They're tied into your cabinetry and venting, cost several hundred dollars or more to replace, and most of their failures are a single part Joey can swap in place.
The common repairs are magnetrons, high-voltage diodes, door interlock switches, turntable motors, and keypads that stop responding. We carry the frequent parts for GE, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Samsung, and LG, and order model-specific boards that arrive in three to five days. We also service Wolf and Thermador built-in and drawer microwaves to the manufacturer's spec.
- Magnetron replacement
- High-voltage diode & capacitor
- Door switch & latch repair
- Turntable motor replacement
- Control panel & keypad service
- Interior light & bulb swaps
- Vent fan motor repair
- Built-in trim kit refits
Microwave Not Cooperating?
Microwave Problems We Repair in Huntington Kitchens
On a built-in or over-the-range unit, each of these usually comes down to one replaceable part.
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Runs but Doesn't Heat
A dead magnetron, blown high-voltage diode, or failed capacitor — the most common built-in microwave repair.
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Sparks or Arcs Inside
A greasy or burned waveguide cover, a chipped cavity wall, or metal residue on the rack guides.
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Turntable Stopped Spinning
A worn turntable motor or a broken coupler, replaced from underneath in a few minutes.
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Keypad Dead or Buttons Ignored
A membrane switch that's worn through or a control board that lost a relay, tested before replacement.
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Door Won't Latch or Unit Won't Start
A cracked latch hook or a failed door interlock switch, which the microwave treats as an open door.
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Exhaust Fan Loud or Not Running
Over-the-range vent fans clog with grease and burn out motors — also a common range hood repair.
Fixing It in Place
How Microwave Repair Goes in Huntington
Four steps, and the unit stays mounted the whole time on most repairs.
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Confirm It's a Built-In Unit
Lauren checks it's over-the-range, wall, or drawer so we don't waste a trip on a countertop.
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Discharge and Test the Circuit
High-voltage section safely discharged, then magnetron, diode, switches, and board metered.
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Weigh the Repair Against a New Unit
Part cost versus a replacement, stated honestly before we touch anything.
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Heat a Cup of Water to Prove It
We run a timed heating test and check the door, light, and fan before we leave.
Microwaves in Local Kitchens
Microwave Repair Realities Around Huntington
Mounting, venting, and kitchen age matter more for microwaves than most people expect.
Tight Cabinet Cutouts Over the Range
Older Southside and Westmoreland kitchens have narrow openings, so repairing in place beats hunting for a fit.
Grease and Humidity in the Vent
Ohio Valley humidity plus cooking grease gums up over-the-range fans and filters faster than in dry climates.
Surges on Older Circuits
Shared kitchen circuits in pre-war homes and summer storms take out microwave boards and fuses.
Over-the-Range Units in Rentals
Landlords near Marshall keep the mounted microwave working because tenants expect one on move-in day.
Drawer Microwaves in New Builds
Drawer units in Barboursville and Ona remodels fail at the slide switch and are worth fixing every time.
Honest About Countertop Units
If it's a countertop microwave, we'll tell you on the phone that replacing it is the smarter spend.
Microwave Repair Reviews
What Huntington Homeowners Say About Our Service
"Amazing Service and Professionalism! Joey, the owner, is hands down the most respectable vendor I've ever worked with. His professionalism is unparalleled, and he goes above and beyond in every aspect of his work. Joey is incredibly thorough, communicative, and diligent—traits that make him stand out in the industry. It's rare to find someone who takes such pride in their work and genuinely cares about delivering the best service. I will definitely be using his services again and recommending him to others whenever I can. Truly an outstanding business!"
"Joey Saunders did a great job. I appreciate him staying in contact with me. Jim Boggess"
Microwave FAQs
Microwave Repair Questions Huntington Homeowners Ask
Honestly, no — and we'd tell you the same on the phone. A countertop unit costs less than a service visit plus a magnetron, so repairing one rarely makes sense. Built-in and over-the-range microwaves are a different story: they're expensive, they're attached to your cabinets, and a repair is usually well worth it.
Rest of the Kitchen Lineup
Other Kitchen Appliances Serviced in Huntington
Refrigerator Repair Warm fridges, leaks, and noisy compressors fixed fast Freezer Repair Frost buildup, thawing food, and failed defrost systems Ice Maker Repair No ice, small cubes, or a maker that never stops Oven Repair Heating elements, igniters, and control boards replaced Stove & Cooktop Repair Gas burners, induction, and glass-top elements serviced Dishwasher Repair Won't drain, won't clean, or leaks on the kitchen floor Range Hood Repair Exhaust fans, lights, and switches on kitchen hoods Garbage Disposal Installation New disposals installed and old ones replaced cleanly
Microwave Not Heating?
Built-In Microwave Repair in Huntington, Done in Place
Call today and we'll usually have your over-the-range or built-in microwave tested within a day or two.
Mounted and Working
Book Microwave Repair in Huntington, WV
Let us know if it's over-the-range, built-in, or drawer, plus the brand and what it's doing.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday By Appointment
- Sunday By Appointment
Request Service
Tell us the appliance and what it's doing — we reply during business hours.