Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Claymont list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Claymont DE
Within 30 miles of Claymont there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Claymont, and the rest are spread across Wilmington (14), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Repairly, about 1.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Claymont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
At the top of the Claymont list: Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.6 stars from 631 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (16.7 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (7.4 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in West Chester, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Claymont. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Local Notes for Claymont
Most washer calls in Claymont 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Claymont
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Claymont, DE
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Other Washer Repair in Claymont
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Claymont
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Claymont technician can then bring the right parts for either one.