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 Rochester list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Rochester IN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rochester. The rest are spread across South Bend (14), Warsaw (3), and Kokomo (3). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Hollon Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 22.2 miles from Rochester. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rochester is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 22.2, 22.2, 22.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
The leading options for Rochester are Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Peru, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ed's Appliance Store, Inc. (42.9 miles away, based in Elkhart, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Goshen, 4.6 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Home Services (36.9 miles away, based in Columbia City, 4.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Around Rochester
Most washer calls in Rochester 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 Rochester Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rochester, IN
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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 Rochester technician can then bring the right parts for either one.