Edwin Sweet Repair

06/10/2026

A quick thank you to everyone who has followed, liked, shared, commented, and supported this page.

What started as sharing a few repairs has grown much faster than I ever expected. It's clear there is a real interest in these seemingly unconventional repairs and, more importantly, a desire to learn how things actually work.

One of the most common comments and messages I receive is asking how I diagnose faults and track down problems. Many items are thrown away because the failure seems complicated or impossible to repair, when in reality the issue is often something surprisingly simple.

Because of that, I'm considering putting together some repair videos that walk through my troubleshooting process from start to finish. Recently I repaired a fan with a unique fault that completely prevented it from operating, and it might make a great first video to test the waters.

I've also had several people suggest hosting a repair clinic or repair café where we could troubleshoot and repair a few pre-selected items live. The goal wouldn't just be fixing things—it would be helping people understand how their equipment works, teaching safe diagnostic techniques, and building confidence to tackle simple repairs themselves.

Whether you're here to learn, save something from the landfill, get an item repaired, or you're simply curious about how things work, thank you for being part of this growing community.

I'd love to hear your thoughts. Would you be more interested in repair videos, a live repair clinic, or both?

06/08/2026

Today's repair involved a fan that had completely stopped responding. The buttons were unresponsive, and the unit would not power on at all.

The first step was disassembling the control module for a visual inspection. Finding no obvious damage, I moved on to circuit testing—tracing the power path, checking the push buttons for proper operation, and performing live voltage measurements throughout the control board.

During testing, I discovered voltage on both sides of the power button. Normally, only one side should be energized, which indicated a short circuit somewhere on the board.

Further tracing led me to a series of three LEDs connected to the circuit. With the power removed, I tested each LED individually and found that one had failed shorted. After replacing the faulty LED, the fan powered up normally and all functions were restored.

A small component failure had rendered the entire fan unusable, but with a little troubleshooting and repair, it's back in service and ready for many more years of use.

That's one more item kept out of the landfill and one less replacement purchase needed.

If you have electronics, appliances, tools, or other equipment that isn't working properly—or has stopped working altogether—feel free to reach out. You might be surprised what can be repaired.

Don't forget: I also offer free in-town pickup of unwanted electronics, small appliances, dehumidifiers, portable and window A/C units, vacuums, fans, tools, and other e-waste.

05/27/2026

Is your dehumidifier no longer collecting moisture?
Has the compressor stopped kicking on?
Are the buttons on the control panel becoming unresponsive?

If so, reach out and let’s see if it can be repaired before replacing it.

We’ve been seeing a lot of dehumidifiers come in lately with these exact issues, and we keep many common parts on hand to help speed up repairs.

Diagnostic and troubleshooting for dehumidifiers is a flat fee of $40. If the unit is repairable and you choose to proceed, that fee is credited toward the repair cost.

Even if the unit can’t be repaired, at least you’ll have peace of mind — and we can also take care of disposal so it’s not taking up space in your home.

If you have a dehumidifier that’s acting up, send us a message and let’s see what can be done. 🔧

05/20/2026

Today we had a battery-powered stick vacuum brought in for a loss of suction. The customer mentioned, “It sounds like the motor is clogged!”

After taking it apart for inspection, we found the issue wasn’t actually a failed motor at all. The vacuum had recently been cleaned, but the filters were accidentally left out before it was used again. Without the filters installed, dirt and hair were pulled directly into the motor assembly, blocking the exhaust and causing the vacuum to lose suction.

Thankfully this was repairable with a full teardown and cleaning, although jobs like this can be quite time-consuming due to the amount of disassembly required.

A good reminder: always double-check that your filters are installed before turning your vacuum back on after cleaning!

If your vacuum isn’t working properly — whether it needs a deep cleaning, battery replacement, switch repair, filter replacement, or even a custom filter rebuild when parts are no longer available — feel free to reach out.

We also repair small appliances, tools, and electronics.

Don’t forget we offer free in-town pickup of unwanted electronics and small appliances, including:
• TVs
• Gaming consoles & controllers
• CD/DVD/VHS players
• Tablets
• Vacuums
• Microwaves
• Dehumidifiers & humidifiers
• Battery packs
…and more.

05/16/2026

Today I received a call from a customer saying their Hayward pool heater had completely failed — “everything’s dead!” as they put it.

The good news? Total failures are often caused by one single problem hiding underneath it all.

After powering up the heater, it immediately displayed a “CE” communication error. Communication faults can be some of the most frustrating issues to track down, but after some troubleshooting the culprit was found: a failed component on the control board had shorted internally, allowing too much current to pass through a resistor and burn it up.

The damaged board was replaced, the heater was fully tested to make sure the issue wouldn’t repeat itself, and everything fired back up exactly as it should.

Now the customer has a working heater again — and a pool that’ll actually warm up!

Don’t give up on equipment just because it suddenly stops working. Many times, the problem is smaller — and more repairable — than it first appears.

05/07/2026

This is a bit of a repost, due to learning new information from the customer.

After talking with the customer to let them know their clock was repaired they expressed great excitement and told me that the last person they brought it to said it wasn't worth repairing and to just go buy a new one. I found that statement surprising considering how easy the repair was on this clock.

It made me wonder just how many other people have taken on an expensive replacement because they took someone's word for something without seeking a second opinion. This isn't to shame anyone, I myself have been burned by this before too.

This clock has sentimental value for the customer and I'm happy to have been able to help in this case.

Original:

A unique one came through the shop this week — a vintage coo coo clock that had stopped working completely, even with fresh batteries installed.

After carefully opening it up and inspecting the control board, we found the issue: old battery leakage had corroded part of the circuit, breaking the connection needed for it to run.

The board was thoroughly cleaned, and a small repair was made to restore the damaged pathway — bringing this classic piece back to life and ticking once again.

Have something that’s stopped working or been sitting unused? Whether it’s appliances, electronics, tools, or something a little out of the ordinary, feel free to send us a message. We’re always happy to take a look and see what can be saved!

04/29/2026

🔧 **Repair Services You Can Trust – Edwin Sweet Repair**

When something breaks, your first thought is usually *“I guess I have to replace it.”*
But that’s not always the case.

At **Edwin Sweet Repair**, I focus on bringing your items back to life—often for far less than the cost of replacing them.

💡 **What I Do**
I repair a wide range of items, including but not limited to:
• Vacuums (Dyson and more) – cleaning, servicing, and full rebuilds
• TVs – backlight replacement, power issues, HDMI port repair and replacement and diagnostics
• Game consoles and controllers – disc read errors, laser replacements (Xbox 360 and others), HDMI repair/ replacement, power issues, stick drift.
• Small appliances & electronics
- dehumidifiers
- humidifiers warm and ultrasonic (cool mist)
- air fryers
- CD/DVD/VHS players
- kids power wheels
- kids toys
- and more

Even if parts are discontinued or unavailable, I can often **rebuild, adapt, or find alternative solutions** to get things working again.

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🛠️ **Why Choose Me?**
• Honest, straightforward advice
• Repair-first mindset (I’ll tell you if it’s not worth fixing)
• Creative solutions when others won’t take the job
• One-on-one service—you’re not just another ticket number

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💲 **Pricing**
• Diagnostic: $50 (applied toward repair)
• Most repairs fall between $90–$180 depending on the issue

You’ll always know what to expect before any major work is done—no surprises.

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🤝 **Need Help?**
If you’re not sure something can be fixed, feel free to reach out anyway.
Just because a part isn’t available doesn’t mean your item is done for.

Send me a message with what you’ve got—I’m happy to take a look.

Let’s see if we can save it.

📌 Important Notes
Parts are extra (approval by customer required before purchase)
Pay-what-you-can options available in some cases
Not all items are economical to repair — I’ll help you decide
Focused on practical, honest solutions, not upselling

Customer Repair Intake Form

04/27/2026

This week we had a Dyson CY22 Big Ball in for a cleaning and service — and it turned into a great example of why “unrepairable” isn’t always the end of the story.

The customer noticed dust blowing out of the exhaust when the vacuum was running. During our teardown and inspection, we found the issue: the internal HEPA filter had broken down. The paper media was clogged, damaged, and had holes in it — which meant dust was passing straight through and back into the air.

Normally, this would be a simple fix… but in this case, replacement filters (even aftermarket ones) are no longer available.

So instead of calling it done, we took a different approach.

The filter housing was carefully dismantled, new filtration material was sourced and cut to size, and the filter was rebuilt from the inside out before being sealed back together and tested.

And it worked. ✔️

The result:
• A fully functional vacuum again
• Hundreds of dollars saved versus replacement
• One more quality machine kept out of the landfill

Just because OEM parts are discontinued doesn’t mean your equipment is beyond saving. In many cases, components can be rebuilt, adapted, or replaced with alternative solutions — it just takes the right approach.

If you’ve got something sitting at home that you’ve written off because parts aren’t available, don’t be so quick to give up on it.

Reach out and let’s take a look — whether it’s electronics, small appliances, tools, or more. We offer both drop-off and on-site repair options, and we’re always happy to help you figure out if a repair makes sense. 🔧