Experienced recliner repair specialist restoring a green upholstered chair with a pneumatic stapler, highlighting highly rated recliner repair services near you.
Experienced recliner repair specialist restoring a green upholstered chair with a pneumatic stapler, highlighting highly rated recliner repair services near you.

Find a professional recliner repair service near you

Fill in a short form and receive no-obligation quotes from trusted recliner repair mechanics near you

4.3

Excellent rating - 4.3/5 (9300+ reviews)

Get help from a local recliner repairer

  • Electric recliner mechanic
  • Lift chair recliner repair
  • Lazy boy recliner repair
  • Recliner chair reupholstery
  • Recliner mechanism replacement
  • and all your recliner repair needs!
It only takes a minute. And it’s FREE!
Up to 50% cheaper than franchise dealers
No job too big or small
Free insurance coverage
Secure cashless payments
Same day or next day service at no extra cost

Best rated recliner repair experts near me

What is Airtasker?

Post your task

Post your task

Tell us what you need, it's FREE to post.

Review offers

Review offers

Get offers from trusted Taskers and view profiles.

Get it done

Get it done

Choose the right person for your task and get it done.

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.

Get the best taskers

Scout out top-rated recliner repairers near you through with our transparent feedback system.

Stay insured

Relax knowing that your handyman comes covered under our insurance policies.

Choose your budget

A recliner repair service could cost less than you think. Simply choose the best upholstery repairer that fits your budget.

Quick offers

Don’t wait for great service. You could have quotes come through today and your recline repaired within the week.

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.

Handyman Services

Tool Repair

Roller Shutter Blinds Repair & Installation

Venetian Blind Repair

Window Screen Installation

Sliding Door Repair

Mirror Repair

Pool Table Refelting

Ring Doorbell Installation

Storm Damage Repair & Cleanup

Ceiling Repair

Soundproofing

Chandelier Installation

Awning Repair

Signage Installers

Curtains & Blinds Installation

Crown Molding Installation

Bed Repairs

MDF Installation

Patio Sliding Door Repair

Screen Door Hinge Repairs

Dog House Builder

Door Installation

Kitchen Cupboard Repair

Cat Door Installation

Clock Repair

Garden Shed Installations & Repair

Trampoline Repair Service

Grill Repair

Table Tennis Table Repair

Pressure Washer Repair

Custom Mailboxes

Exhaust Fan Installation

Fitness Equipment Installation

Weather Stripping

Window Frame Repair

Chicken Runs

Kitchen Sink Installation

Sheetrock Installation

Window Repair

Wooden Blind Installation

Chainsaw Service & Repair

Drone Recovery

Treadmill Repair

Caulking

Home Gym Repair

Loft Ladder Installation

Ceiling Fan Installation

Curtain Rod Installation

Attic Ladder Installation

Sunroom Repairs

Hot Tub Repair

Mailbox Installation

Door Frame Installation

Outdoor Blinds Installation

Table Lamp Repair

Mirror Cutting

Blind Repairs

General Labor

Fireplace Installation

Office Chair Repair

Kitchen Drawer Repair

Water Tank Installation & Repair

Privacy Screens

Clothesline Installation

Roman Blinds Installation

Door Knob Installation

Shower Door Installation

Toilet Seat Installation

Shed Roof Repair

Tent Repair

Render Repair

Dining Chair Repair

Sofa Repair

Villaboard Installation

Ceiling Fan Repair

MDF Cutting

Lattice Installation

Chicken Coops

Pet Door Installation

Sewing Machine Repair

Vanity Mirror Installation

Sofa Bed Repairs

General Maintenance

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

Fix a recliner sofa

$250

Fort Smith AR 72903, USA

Jun 26th 2025

Two motors in the Ashley recliners are out as well as the mechanism in one is broken

I need a electric recliner repaired.

$150

Riverside CA 92506, USA

Jun 20th 2025

Chair wont go back and forth, stuck in recline postion.

Electric REcliner repair

$200

Harrisonburg VA 22801, USA

Jun 19th 2025

Recliner not working. Power supply light is on. No power to usb port and no sound from motor.

Lazy Boy recliner repaired.

$200

Jackson OH 45640, USA

Jun 15th 2025

Power doesn’t work. About 1.5 yrs old. Used maybe 25 times. No kids. Perfect conf except it won’t move. Batteries changed. Power outlet changed. I can’t fix it. Help!! I gave away our other one too soon.

Repair reclining part of reclining sofa

$250

Henderson NV 89052, USA

Jun 12th 2025

the foot rest of the reclining electric sofa will not go down. It will go up.

Recliner repair

$100

Cerritos CA 90703, USA

Jun 11th 2025

Mechanism to recline is broken.

Repair recliner couch

$300

Denton TX 76209, USA

Jun 7th 2025

My dog took out the wiring underneath the couch. The seats don't recline anymore

Repair recliner mechanism

$100

Bolingbrook IL 60440, USA

Jun 6th 2025

9 month old recliner no longer reclines. Cable is not broken. Manufacturer declines responsibility or warranty. In-home repair or pick up needed.

Recliner repair

$200

Grants Pass OR 97526, USA

Jun 5th 2025

I have a couch with 2 reclining ends that both quit working. I have one of the power boxes to replace it. I also have a very large recliner that also quit working. I need all of them fixed.

Mechanical recliner repair

$100

Warner Robins GA 31093, USA

Jun 4th 2025

A steal or metal brace inside the bottom of the recliner is broken in half.

La-Z-Boy recliner repair

$200

Anchorage AK 99508, USA

May 31st 2025

I have a broken seat in my La-Z-Boy recliner chair.

Repair recliner mechanism

$50

Wichita KS 67217, USA

May 28th 2025

Manual recliner mechanism does not work properly

Motorized Recliner Repair

$100

Glendora CA 91741, USA

May 27th 2025

RMT motorized recliner arm has broken during a move. wanting to get a quote/ have it repaired.

Electric recliner repair

$150

Gonzales LA 70737, USA

May 24th 2025

Electrical mechanism not working

Power recliner repair

$100

Grayslake IL 60030, USA

May 23rd 2025

Remote does not work. Does not light up

Repair recliner

$50

Shreveport LA 71101, USA

May 19th 2025

Recliner broke when someone tried to push leg part down manually without using handle on side

Fix recliner button, need new cable

$100

Chino CA 91710, USA

May 19th 2025

Broken manual recliner button need new cable

I need my power recliner repaired.

$200

Findlay OH 45840, USA

May 19th 2025

The chair shorted out while I was sitting in it.

Repair recliner

$300

New Orleans LA 70123, USA

May 12th 2025

My zero gravity recliner will not raise and lower correctly.

Recliner repair

$50

Lithonia GA 30038, USA

May 8th 2025

The recliner no longer stays in recliner position.