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 Dunlap that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Dunlap
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dunlap. The rest are spread across South Bend (14), Elkhart (3), and Warsaw (3). Nearest on the list: Ed's Appliance Store, Inc., around 1.3 miles out. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.8, 4.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Dunlap list: Ed's Appliance Store, Inc. (1.3 miles away, based in Elkhart, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Goshen, 4.6 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Elkhart, 4.3 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pros LLC (18.5 miles away, based in South Bend, 4.5 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Dunlap Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Dunlap 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Dunlap
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunlap, IN
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.