Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of New London that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, New London CT
18 repair companies serve New London from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in New London, and the rest are spread across Westerly (5), Greenport (2), and East Hampton (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is BJ Appliance Service, about 0.5 miles away. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.9, 2.5 |
At the top of the New London list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Waterford, 4.8 stars from 291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BJ Appliance Service (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Keith's Appliances (7.2 miles away, based in Mystic, 4.9 stars from 1,021 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (14.7 miles away, based in Westerly, 4.9 stars from 947 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around New London
Most washer calls in New London come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a New London Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New London, CT
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near New London
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.