Jimmy R.

Appliance Repair Technician  ·  Advantage Appliance

WashersDryersDishwashers

About Jimmy R.

Jimmy R. is an Advantage Appliance technician working the Naugatuck Valley and central Connecticut corridor, covering Waterbury, Cheshire, Meriden, Watertown, Prospect, Middlebury, Cromwell, and surrounding towns. His job history is heavily weighted toward washers — mechanical diagnostics, gearcase replacements, pressure system faults, and communication errors — as well as dryer heating and drum work, and dishwasher pump and seal repairs. Customers consistently note his thoroughness in explaining what was found and what was done.

Service Area:  Waterbury, CT  •  Cheshire, CT  •  Meriden, CT  •  Watertown, CT  •  Prospect, CT  •  Cromwell, CT  •  and surrounding central CT communities

Jimmy R.

Advantage Appliance Repair Inc. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 418 customer reviews

We serviced a
MAYTAG DRYER
Model MEDC215EW1
Near Naugatuck, Connecticut 06770
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Ran dryer and found when unit would heat up it would start making a squealing noise, removed drum and found rollers ceasing up on shafts. Replaced all parts with Repir kit lubed rollers and ran unit thew a cycle finding all operations now working to specs ; used 1 4392065 (DRYER REPAIR KIT) from stock"
We serviced a
WHIRLPOOL WASHER TL
Model WTW4950XW3
Near Meriden, Connecticut 06450
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Ran washer and found unit would come on and start making a loud grinding noise when trying to shift into a sensing cycle, ran diagnostics and found error F7e5 shifter fault. Checked shifter and cam finding shifter arm broken causing cam to grind, replaced both parts and ran unit thew a calibration cycle then a wash and spin all operations are now working to specs ; used 1 W10721967 (CAM KIT) from stock"
We serviced a
MAYTAG WASHER TL
Model MVWC465HW4
Near Wolcott, Connecticut 06705
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Tested unit and found washer would start a cycle then start to grind when slowing down from a spin, checked cam and found cam plastic ground down from actuator not advancing fully. Replaced cam and actuator ran a calibration cycle then a wash and spin finding all functioning now working to specs; used 1 W10913953 (ACTUATOR), and 1 W10721967 (CAM KIT) from stock"
We serviced a
KITCHENAID RANGE
Model KFDS936SSS00
Near Waterbury, Connecticut 06706
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Tested oven and found both front duel burners would not light properly and when lit they would click due to flam going in and out. Adjusted burners and tried to get flams correct and they just would not stay and stop clicking inspected burner heard and found both are warped and not sitting properly. Opened oven door and found door not closing properly found hinges and oven outer liner bent at hinge area found hinges bent hitting when door would close. Unit will need new burners, hinges, inner Liner, screws, extra time and orifices holders advised we would call when in due to some parts out of stock ; ordrng 2 W11436986 (Burner head)s and 1 W11036772 (Door liner) and 1 W11096978 (Hinge left) and 1 W11096977 (Hinge right) and 4 W10898280 (Screw)s and 1 W11729467 (Burner left) and 1 W11729475 (Orifice holder right)"
We serviced a
WHIRLPOOL WASHER TL
Model WTW6157PB0
Near Waterbury, Connecticut 06708
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
Advised cutsomer on arrival that the warranty they had expired and there would be a charge for the visit and parts needed cutsomer advised me they had an extended warranty I tried to look up and there is nothing she tried to call but I could not wait around she will call and let us know advised she has to tell them she had an extended and they need to send someone out for her
We serviced a
WHIRLPOOL WASHER TL
Model WTW7500GC2
Near Watertown, Connecticut 06795
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Tested unit and found washer would not start it would just beep and sit there, ran diagnostics and found errors ust F5e1 lid switch fault lid up, f5e2 lid not locking or lid lock failure. Found latch not engaging causing unit to not start a cycle. Replaced latch and recalibrated unit ran a wash and machine is now locking and working to specs ; used 1 W10810403 (DOOR LOCK) from stock"
We serviced a
AMANA WASHER TL
Model NTW4605EW0
Near Thomaston, Connecticut 06787
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Tested washer and found when machine would go into a spin cycle it would start to wobble and then shake out of control going off balance. Checked suspension and found unit bouncing around like a pogo stick suspension faulty. Replaced suspension and recalibrated unit, ran a wash then a spin and all operations are now working to specs"
We serviced a
MAYTAG WASHER TL
Model MTW4205SW0
Near Bristol, Connecticut 06010
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/07/2026
"Tested unit and found when washer would go into a spin and shift it would start to grind and spin slowly checked actuator and found hanging up on cam. Replaced actuator and find capacitor leaking replaced capacitor and ran unit finding unit is now washing but still making a funny noise when spinning. Checked voltage to motor and found 100v checked voltage at control to motor and 110v will order new control and harness advised we would call when in due to part out of stock; ordrng 1 W11734307 (Cntrl) and 1 W11729561 (Lower harness), used 1 W10913953 (ACTUATOR), and 1 W11395618 (CAPACITOR/INTER COIL) from stock"
We serviced a
FRIGIDAIRE REFRIGERATOR FDB
Model GRMG2272CF01
Near Watertown, Connecticut 06795
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/06/2026
"Checked over unit due to freezer would randomly stop freezing and go warm fridge would stay cold and work the whole time the freezer was warm then it would start freezing items again. Checked temps and found reading 0 in freezer 38 in fridge found high temp alarm flashing in Control, checked compressor and found running drawing proper amperage checked and reset 3 way coil valve and valve went into neutral then back into home position and started to release Freon. Coil valve and controls are causing unit to not switch and cool when calling for cold will order new 3 way valve, inverter, extra time, and control parts tentative p/a ; rqstng P&A on 1 5304529531 (Valve) and 1 5304536563 (Cntrl main) and 1 5304519115 (Pc cntrl) and 1 5304533506 (Inverter), states that autho needed"
We serviced a
WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR
Model MFW2055FRZ02
Near Bristol, Connecticut 06010
Jimmy R.
Job Details: 10/06/2026
"Tested unit and found left side of freezer door not closing causing no cooling in unit, removed door and found left side rail screws had come loose causing track to hit screw and not close. Fixed screw and replaced front screw with bigger screw to stop from loosening up and falling out, tested door and it is now closing and sealing to specs"
Southington, Connecticut
WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR FDB
KRFC302ESS02
10/09/2026
Bristol, Connecticut
WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR
MFW2055FRZ02
Jimmy was very courteous and friendly. He knew what was wrong and fixed it quickly. I was very pleased with his work.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Sandra! We are delighted to hear that Jimmy provided you with courteous and effective service. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased that you are satisfied with the repair. If you have any more appliance needs in the future, please don't hesitate to contact us.
10/08/2026
Waterbury, Connecticut
KITCHENAID DISHWASHER
KDTS424SJP0
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Joseph! We're glad to hear that Jimmy was able to quickly diagnose and resolve the issue with your KitchenAid dishwasher. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
10/08/2026
Thomaston, Connecticut
AMANA WASHER TL
NTW4605EW0
Thank you for sharing your experience, David! We're glad Jimmy was able to solve the issue with your washer and that it's now working properly. If you have any more concerns, feel free to reach out to us.
10/08/2026
Cheshire, Connecticut
WHIRLPOOL WASHER FL
WFW6720RUO
Jimmy was great! speedy & knowledgeable!
Thank you so much, Kathleen! We're glad to hear that Jimmy provided you with a swift and knowledgeable service. We appreciate your feedback!
10/08/2026
Mike Devitt
Southington, Connecticut
MAYTAG WASHER TL
MTW4205SW0
Jim did a great job
Thank you for your kind words, Michael! We're glad to hear that Jim provided great service for your MAYTAG washer. If you need any further assistance, feel free to reach out to us.
10/02/2026
Southington, Connecticut
WHIRLPOOL RANGE
WFE515S0ES0
Jimmy was very professional and quick. We were very happy with his work. Our stove works great now.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Lucy! We are thrilled to hear that Jimmy provided you with professional and quick service. We're glad your stove is now working great! If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
10/01/2026
Susan
Cheshire, Connecticut
MAYTAG WASHER TL
MVW4505MW2
Jimmy was very professional. Easy to talk to and arrived on time.
Thank you for your kind words, Susan! We're glad to hear that Jimmy provided professional and punctual service for your Maytag washer. Feel free to reach out if you need any further assistance.
10/01/2026
Watertown, Connecticut
WHIRLPOOL WASHER TL
WTW4307SW0
Good Jupp come time
Thank you for your feedback, Naser! We're glad to hear that Jimmy was able to resolve the issue with your Whirlpool washer efficiently. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need any further assistance.
10/01/2026
Wolcott, Connecticut
WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER
WDT970SAKZ3
Friendly and kind
Thank you for your kind words, Blerina! We strive to provide excellent service and are glad to hear you had a positive experience with Jimmy R. Let us know if you need any further assistance in the future.
10/01/2026