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 Huntington that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Huntington IN
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Huntington. 1 of them are based in Huntington itself, and the rest are spread across Fort Wayne (22), Wabash (2), and Columbia City (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rader's Refrigeration & Appliance Service (Larry Rader) is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Huntington. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 14.8, 17.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
Closest matches for Huntington: Brook-Mill Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 104 reviews); Sears Home Services (19.9 miles away, based in Columbia City, 4.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Gas City, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.0 miles away, based in Columbia City, 4.3 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Huntington. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Huntington
Most washer calls in Huntington 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.
Questions to Ask a Huntington Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Huntington, IN
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Huntington
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Huntington
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.