Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Newton, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Newton MA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Newton. 7 of them are based in Newton itself, and other nearby bases include Boston (5), Cambridge (5), and West Roxbury (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Honest Newton Center Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
The leading options for Newton are Yale Appliance (8.3 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Corp (5.3 miles away, based in Waltham, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frostline Boston Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 148 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Newton, MA
Most washer calls in Newton 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Newton
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Newton, MA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Newton technician can then bring the right parts for either one.