Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Appliance Experts in Nanaimo
Established in 1989, Barron's Appliance has grown from a small Gabriola Island operation to Vancouver Island's premier one-stop appliance shop. Our family-owned business combines decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge technical expertise, offering comprehensive solutions for appliance installations, repairs, and parts. With a team of over 25 certified professionals, including technicians holding specialized certifications in refrigeration, HVAC, and electronics, we serve residential and commercial clients across Central Vancouver Island.Our unique capabilities include Western Canada's only electronic board repair clinic and factory-trained technicians who provide 30-day labour warranties on all services. Recognized by the Best of Nanaimo Business Awards for four consecutive years, we maintain a commitment to innovation while preserving the personalized service that defines our family business ethos.
Services
Appliance Installations
Electronic Board Repairs
Parts Sales
Refurbished Appliance Sales
In-Shop Repairs
Coin-Op Machine Service
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30-day labour warranties on all appliance repairs
- Our technicians provide 3-hour service windows for convenience
- Western Canada's only electronic board repair clinic
- Family-owned business with 35+ years of local expertise
- Factory-trained technicians with specialized refrigeration certifications
Services
Appliance Installations
Professional appliance installations performed by licensed technicians who ensure proper fitting, leveling, and code compliance. Our team coordinates with sales and plumbing representatives to complete installations seamlessly, offering 30-day warranties on all work. Featured in Home and Kitchen magazines for our precise installation services across Vancouver Island.
Electronic Board Repairs
Factory-trained technicians repair appliance electronic boards at 50% off retail prices with matched manufacturer warranties. Our Western Canada-exclusive repair clinic tests and certifies boards for refrigerators, washers, and more, offering 90-day warranties on refurbished components shipped nationwide.
In-Home Repairs
Comprehensive in-home appliance repairs with 30-day labour warranties. Our certified technicians handle warranty, non-warranty, and extended warranty items using premium parts. We offer 3-hour service windows and charge 50% off base service calls for refurbished appliance replacements.
Parts Sales
Extensive inventory of new and refurbished appliance parts with full manufacturer warranties. We stock functional and aesthetic components including elements, water filters, and venting supplies. Special orders available for hard-to-find parts with expedited shipping options.
Coin-Op Service
Specialized maintenance and repair services for coin-operated washers and dryers. Our technicians provide weekday service at residential rates with 30-day labour warranties, ensuring reliable operation for commercial laundry facilities across Vancouver Island.
People
Keith Barron
Co-Owner
Co-owner and General Manager with 35+ years in the appliance industry. Oversees daily operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in technical service delivery.
Lisa Barron
Co-Owner
Co-founder and Shop Manager instrumental in growing the business from Gabriola Island origins to Central Vancouver Island's leading appliance center.
Maranda
Director of Operations
Manages office operations and system digitization while serving as primary liaison with manufacturer warranty partners and handling branding initiatives.
Paul
Certified Appliance Technician
Senior technician with 23 years' experience holding Class C Gas Ticket and Computer Science degree. Specializes in electronics department repairs and road service.
Brian
Electronics Repair Specialist
Established Canada's only electronic board repair clinic with 50+ years combined experience in electronics manufacturing and engineering technology.
Questions
What services does Barrons offer for major appliances?
We provide installations, repairs, maintenance programs, and parts sales for all major gas and electric appliances, including specialized electronic board repairs.
Do you offer warranty coverage for repairs?
All our repairs come with a 30-day labour warranty, with electronic board repairs including a 90-day warranty.
Can you service commercial coin-operated machines?
Yes, we offer Monday-Friday service for coin-operated washers and dryers at residential rate pricing.
Do you provide in-home service outside Nanaimo?
Our service area extends from Duncan to Deep Bay with 3-hour service windows available across Central Vancouver Island.
Are your technicians certified for specialized repairs?
Our team holds certifications in refrigeration, HVAC, and electronics, including CFC licences and gas tickets for complex repairs.
Do you sell refurbished appliances and parts?
Yes, we offer quality refurbished appliances with 50% off service calls and sell tested refurbished electronic boards with warranties.
