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 Edgewood that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Edgewood
40 repair companies serve Edgewood from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Edgewood itself, and the rest are spread across Cincinnati (27), Covington (4), and Florence (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Edgewood. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 32 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.4, 2.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Edgewood: Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc. (2.4 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 2,056 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BA Appliance Repair Service (12.6 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 5.0 stars from 2,073 reviews); A-1 Appliance Service Co (14.4 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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 not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Edgewood
Most washer calls in Edgewood 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Edgewood
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Edgewood, KY
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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.