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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Boston, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Boston
40 repair companies serve Boston from within 30 miles. 12 of them are based in Boston itself, and other nearby bases include Cambridge (6), West Roxbury (4), and Brookline (3). The closest is Yale Appliance, about 2.0 miles away. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.1, 2.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Boston are Yale Appliance (2.0 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frostline Boston Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Newton, 4.9 stars from 148 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.5 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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.
Laundry Notes for Boston, MA
Boston Water and Sewer Commission (water supplied by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority), which supplies Boston, reports hardness of approximately 16 mg/L (about 1 grain per gallon), which MWRA describes as soft. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Frequently Asked Questions About Drinking Water (MWRA)
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 Boston Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Boston, MA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
More Washing Machine Repair in Boston, MA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Boston
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 Boston technician can then bring the right parts for either one.