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Great guy. Recliner works perfectly now!

Electric recliner repair

$70

Andrew was prompt and friendly and did a great job fixing our chair. I highly recommend him.

Fix a recliner chair

$100

Fantastic work and very quick and efficient. Highly recommended for great handyman.

Electric recliner repair

$300

Great service and very friendly

Automatic recliner repair work request

$120

Very prompt and easy to deal with- great job

Fix recliner chair- leg rest won’t engage, side release won’t work

$100

Thank you Dario for fixing my recliner

Fix my recliner (not electric)

$250

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$100

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$150

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$200

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Why book reclining chair repair through Airtasker?

Recliner chair repairs are often more complex than you’d first think. Each chair usually comes with mechanical and electronic components that can wear down over time (along with upholstery which can wear and tear). Fortunately, you may not need to purchase a new recliner just yet. Instead, work with a professional recliner repair service to restore your favourite chair to good as new in no time!

You’ll find the best handymen on Airtasker who have the skills, expertise, and tools to repair your recliner. Whether you need a lazy boy recliner repaired, rocker recliner, a massage chair, or something else repaired, you’ll find the right person for the job.

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Top Recliner Repair related questions

The average recliner lasts about 10 years, but the lifespan largely depends on how often it's used, whether it’s maintained regularly, and the type of environment it's in.

Most of the time, recliners only need one component replaced for them to work again, which is usually much more affordable than buying a new recliner.

The cable is the part that’s most prone to breakage. It can become dislodged or the handle can become damaged through daily wear and tear. Thankfully, this part can be easily fixed and replaced.

Recliner repair normally takes anywhere between 20-60 minutes. But this will vary depending on the number of chairs you need repaired and the extent of the repairs. Upholstery repair could take much longer.

There are no required qualifications for most recliner repair tasks. However, if the repair includes electrical work, you’ll need to hire a qualified electrician.

The average cost of recliner repair on Airtasker usually costs between $77-$120. But you could pay more or less depending on the type of repairs, the number of chairs, and the total time needed to complete the job.

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What does a recliner repair service include?

Reclining chair repair involves a number of different tasks, depending on the chair’s style and problems. Your handyman will assess your recliner and recommend a solution that will restore it to working order. Here are the most common repair services (aside from upholstery repair):

Cable check/replacement

The cable is a wire that activates the reclining mechanism. It’s normally the first part of the recliner chair to break down or malfunction. Your handyman will first flip the recliner onto its front and release the locks that hold the back of the chair in place. Then they’ll open up the recliner and check the cable, which sits on the inside wall of the chair. This cable is put back into the correct position if it’s been dislodged. In some cases, the cable may need to be replaced entirely. If this happens, your repairer will dislodge the cable hook, separate it from the clips, and remove the screws from the handle to remove the entire cable mechanism. They’ll place new cable through the hole and screw it into place, feeding the cable wire through the same clips and putting the hook back into position.

Reclining mechanism

If the reclining mechanism is damaged, your handyman may recommend replacing the mechanism. To do this, they'll first flip the recliner onto its front and release the locks that hold the back of the chair in place. Then they’ll flip the chair completely upside down and remove the bolts that hold the reclining mechanism to the rail system. This gives your handyman access to the inside of the recliner chair. Next, they’ll remove the cable and bolts that hold the reclining mechanism to the footrest before securing a new reclining mechanism.

Electric recliner repair

First, your chair repairer will connect the transformer and power cord and flip the chair over to check that all the chords are connected to the motor that powers the recline. Most of the time, electric recliners stop working because a plug has become loose. If it still doesn’t work, your handyman will check all the wires and repaired them if damaged. To repair the wires, your handyman will strip them of insulation. They’ll use a soldering iron to reconnect exposed wires and protect them using a heat shrink. Alternatively, if you need your motor replaced, your handyman will disconnect the old one and reconnect a new one in its place.

Recent Recliner Repair tasks

Double recliner repair please

$200

Nirimba QLD, Australia

25th Oct 2025

double recliner. one side not working, the other side doesn’t close or open completely

Recliner repair

$100

Alfredton VIC, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Recliner won’t stay closed

Recliner repair

$70

Kings Park SA, Australia

18th Oct 2025

My old manual recliner keeps “dropping” when I select it to recline in the highest position.

Liam was punctual, had very good manners and was very personable.

Repair reclining chair

$100

Malabar NSW 2036, Australia

16th Oct 2025

I have a recliner chair that has stopped its recliner function. The electrical components are still attached and connected, it’s just not reclining.

Fix my recliner, cable dislodged from broken lever

$100

Camperdown, New South Wales

14th Oct 2025

the inner cord that reclines the chair and footrest has detached from the lever mechanism/handle on recliner, I pulled the chair apart hoping to reattach, but some internal parts of the lever mechanism (which is part of the handle) that holds the cable in place have snapped off.

Recliner repair - something popping out under seat

$50

Brunswick VIC, Australia

9th Oct 2025

Something which feels like a spring / coil has popped up under the seat which makes sitting uncomfortable.

Electric recliner repair

$100

Deer Park VIC, Australia

8th Oct 2025

Electric recliner needs repair. It reclines down but doesn't come back up again

Mobile recliner repairs

$150

Warner QLD 4500, Australia

30th Sep 2025

2 amart recliners. Handles to recline seem to have detached from the mechanism.

Repair recliner chair

$80

Somerton Park SA 5044, Australia

29th Sep 2025

needs electrical repair of recliner chair

Electric recliner repair

$400

Deception Bay QLD 4508, Australia

29th Sep 2025

Our electric recliner stopped working. Friends were over and said they saw some sparks. Maybe the motor shorted out?

Electric Recliner repair

$50

Caboolture QLD 4510, Australia

28th Sep 2025

Needing my electric recliner repaired

Recliner repair one leg part not bending

$125

Carseldine QLD, Australia

27th Sep 2025

One recliner leg part not bending Thanks

Electric recliner repair

$150

Redcliffe QLD, Australia

18th Sep 2025

Electric Recliner not working. Red light on power switch. No movement.

Recliner repair

$500

Camden Park NSW, Australia

17th Sep 2025

Cushioning meeds replacing and reclining mechanism broken

Very efficient communication and less than 24hr turnaround. The quality if work far surpasses anything built from a regular retail outlet. Thankyou x

Recliner repair

$60

Merrylands NSW 2160, Australia

14th Sep 2025

Need remote fixed on my mums recliner chair the remote is not working the wire is broken and needs to be fixed cash in hand

Repair recliner

$350

Belmont North NSW 2280, Australia

10th Sep 2025

while reclining electric reclining chair there was a clunk and now recliner is decidedly sick - when cleaning there was a sheared pin - ?possible cause taking picture would require moving chair - need help - very heavy - really old owner

Fix a recliner seat (not electric)

$100

Ocean Reef WA, Australia

9th Sep 2025

my dads "special" recliner chair is out of warranty and faulty. the leg rest wont go back down after reclining without getting out of the chair. hoping someone can help out and i can surprise him for his birthday

Service/fix a recliner rocking chair. Due to age, a few screws loose

$50

Armadale VIC, Australia

3rd Sep 2025

My recliner chair is Magnificent but it is old and it has lost a few screws like its owner. It reclines to 180° and rotate 360°.And I Would love to keep on using it.

Recliner repair of 2 zig-zag springs

$150

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

9th May 2025

I recently purchased a second-hand recliner chair, a few weeks ago, that is in relatively good working condition at the time. The other day, one of the zig-zag springs under the seat has just snapped off and needs to be repaired (another spring was already broken when I initially bought it through Facebook Marketplace) so in total there are 2 springs that need replacement/repairing. I do acknowledge that I’m currently on the heavier side, weighing around 120kg, but I’m hoping the issue is more related to the chair’s prior wear and age rather than my weight. I’ve attached some photos for your reference.

Darren's passion for furniture and furniture repair was evident in his craftsmanship of the repairs to my recliner's broken springs. Highly professional and knowledgeable. Both he and his wife were lovely to deal with on-site and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of any furniture repairs. Many thanks once again Darren!