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 Syracuse that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Syracuse
Within 30 miles of Syracuse there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Warsaw (3), Elkhart (3), and Goshen (2). Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 9.9 miles away. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.9, 10.9, 11.5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
At the top of the Syracuse list: Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Goshen, 4.6 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ed's Appliance Store, Inc. (18.5 miles away, based in Elkhart, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews); Sears Home Services (21.6 miles away, based in Columbia City, 4.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Elkhart, 4.3 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
What Syracuse Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Syracuse 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 Syracuse
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Syracuse, IN
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.