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 Braintree that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Braintree
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Braintree. 4 of them are based in Braintree itself, and the rest are spread across Boston (9), Quincy (5), and Weymouth (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is DWG APPLIANCE, about 0.2 miles away. 13 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 1.2 |
First up for Braintree: Yale Appliance (10.7 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 2,029 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (7.3 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DWG APPLIANCE (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George Washington Toma TV and Appliance (4.0 miles away, based in Weymouth, 4.9 stars from 1,718 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Braintree. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Braintree
Most washer calls in Braintree 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Braintree
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Braintree, MA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Braintree
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 Braintree technician can then bring the right parts for either one.