(a)(1) In this section the following terms have the meanings indicated.
(2)(i) “Home appliance” means any device the retail cost of which exceeds $100 and which is generally used in a private residence;
(ii)“Home appliance” includes an air conditioner, washing machine, dishwasher, television set, stereo set, oil burner, and any similar item.
(3)“Repair company” means any person who repairs home appliances for a fee or consideration.
(b)Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a repair company shall furnish a written bill for the cost of repairing a home appliance to the person for whom the repair was made. The bill shall include the following information:
(1)The hourly labor rate;
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(a) (1) In this section the following terms have the meanings indicated.
(2) (i) “Home appliance” means any device the retail cost of which exceeds $100 and which is generally used in a private residence;
(ii) “Home appliance” includes an air conditioner, washing machine, dishwasher, television set, stereo set, oil burner, and any similar item.
(3) “Repair company” means any person who repairs home appliances for a fee or consideration.
(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a repair company shall furnish a written bill for the cost of repairing a home appliance to the person for whom the repair was made. The bill shall include the following information:
(1) The hourly labor rate;
(2) The time actually used to repair the home appliance;
(3) The itemized cost of any new parts used to repair the home appliance;
(4) The itemized cost of any used or reconditioned parts used to repair the home appliance and a statement that used or reconditioned parts were used; and
(5) Any other charges.
(c) This section does not apply if:
(1) The repair work is done under a service contract; or
(2) A flat price or firm estimate is given before repair of the home appliance.