ZIP codes in Southeast Austin
- 78741
- 78744
- 78747
- 78742
- 78719
These ZIPs include the Riverside corridor, Montopolis, the area around McKinney Falls, Onion Creek and the neighborhoods near the airport. Some addresses sit just outside city limits; confirm coverage by entering your ZIP when you request a visit.
Newer homes: check the warranty before you call
Many Southeast Austin homes were built within the last ten to fifteen years. Their appliances may still be under a manufacturer warranty (often one year for parts and labor, with some components covered longer), and builders sometimes carry their own warranty on the house. Practical order of operations:
- Find the purchase date.Closing documents or the original receipt show when coverage began.
- Read what is covered.Warranties vary in what they cover and for how long. Some require repairs to be done by an authorized servicer.
- Call the warrantor first when the appliance qualifies.If you pay an independent technician first, you may lose the right to a free repair.
- Use an independent technician when coverage has ended, or when the issue is excluded (such as a clogged filter or a user-caused problem).
If you are unsure whether coverage applies, contact Austin ApplianceFix and say so; we would rather you check the warranty than pay for something that is covered.
Builder-grade appliances
Some new construction includes entry-level appliance packages. They are not poor appliances, but they often use simpler parts that can be inexpensive to repair or inexpensive to replace. For a basic dishwasher or microwave, a technician’s quote may come close to the cost of a new unit. See our repair-or-replace guide for how to think it through.
Rentals and multi-family housing
Southeast Austin has a large share of apartments, duplexes and rental houses. In a rental, a landlord usually owns the appliances and may have a preferred contractor, so coordinate with them. If you are a landlord, a quick request through us with the unit address and access details saves back-and-forth.
What appliances commonly give trouble in newer homes
- Dishwashers with a new disposal that never had its knockout plug removed. See dishwasher not draining.
- Ice makers in refrigerators installed without a proper water line or with a kinked supply.
- Disposals clogged by construction debris or jammed by fibrous scraps; see garbage disposal repair.
- Ranges installed without an anti-tip bracket or set on the wrong gas type.
How to make the first visit count
- Have the model and serial number photographed, and the date of purchase.
- Note any warranty paperwork you have.
- Describe the problem and when it started.
- Mention any gate codes or HOA rules affecting access.
When you are ready, send your request or return to our list of service areas. Or start with the homepage.
Questions people ask
Should I use my warranty before calling a technician?
If the appliance is still under warranty and the problem is covered, use it first. Paying for repairs elsewhere can affect coverage.
Do you cover Onion Creek?
Onion Creek falls within 78747, which is in our list. Enter your ZIP in the form to confirm.
Do you serve addresses near the airport?
ZIP codes 78719 and 78742 are included. Some addresses are outside city limits, so confirm by ZIP.
Who pays for a repair in a rental?
That depends on your lease and local law. Check with your landlord before arranging a visit.
Last updated October 13, 2026. This page offers general information to help you describe and understand a problem; it is not a diagnosis. Always follow your appliance manual and local safety rules.