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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Auburn that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Auburn IN
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Auburn. 1 of them are based in Auburn itself, and the rest are spread across Fort Wayne (22), Kendallville (2), and Columbia City (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 11.3, 12.1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 30 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Auburn: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brook-Mill Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 104 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.1 miles away, based in Bryan, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Auburn. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What Auburn Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Auburn 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.
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Auburn
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Auburn, IN
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Auburn
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.