What we repair:
- Appliances: toasters, mixers, lamps, etc.
- Computer assistance (navigating installation of apps, etc.)
- Electronics
- Sharpening: knives, scissors, pruners, etc. (We cannot sharpen anything with multiple teeth such as a saw blade, hedge trimmers, or chainsaw blades.)
- Sewing: rips, hemming, mending, zippers, etc.
- Other: jewelry, home decor, etc.
- Vintage radios (Partnered with Northwest Vintage Radio Society)
- Wheels: bicycles, wheelchairs, walkers, etc.
All items must be small enough to be easily carried by one person.
Guidelines
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- Repair events are always free to attend.
- Registration is encouraged for a successful repair and to help the event coordinators and volunteers.
- Each guest may bring up to two items to each event.
- Submit one registration per item.
- Guests are expected to stay with their items and be active participants so they can learn the repair process.
- If you know what part is needed for the repair, please bring it with you to the event.
We do not repair gas-powered items, hazardous items, vehicles, microwaves, holiday string lights or weapons.
Find repair businesses in your area at www.portlandrepairfinder.com.
Questions? Email repairclarkcounty@gmail.com
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2026 Stats
Number of items fixed:
173
80% fix rate!
Appliances: 24
Electronics: 4
Other (jewelry & more): 4
Sewing: 30
Sharpening: 111
Past Stats
2024
212 items fixed
79% fix rate!
2025
550 items fixed
86% fix rate!