A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Richmond list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Richmond IN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Richmond. 1 of them are based in Richmond itself, and the rest are spread across Dayton (15), Muncie (3), and Harrison (3). The farthest listed company is about 44 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Paul's Appliance Repair Service, around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 36 businesses. Richmond is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 17.2, 22.1 |
First up for Richmond: Authorized Service (22.1 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Connersville, 4.2 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.1 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.6 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Richmond
Most washer calls in Richmond 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.
Before You Book in Richmond
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Richmond, IN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.