Maryland Commercial Law Section 13-307

      (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.