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 Amherst list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
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24 repair companies serve Amherst from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Springfield (3), Enfield (3), and Chicopee (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Appliance repair service LLC is the nearest, roughly 12.7 miles from Amherst. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.7, 13.8, 14.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 24 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
The leading options for Amherst are Advantage Appliance Repair Inc. (16.3 miles away, based in West Springfield, 4.5 stars from 939 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Holyoke, 4.6 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan's Appliance Repair & Sales (13.8 miles away, based in Chicopee, 4.4 stars from 58 reviews); Cluett's (15.8 miles away, based in Ware, 4.5 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 Amherst
Most washer calls in Amherst 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Amherst Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Amherst, MA
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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 Amherst technician can then bring the right parts for either one.