Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Somerville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Somerville
Within 30 miles of Somerville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Somerville itself, and the rest are spread across Boston (11), Cambridge (6), and Malden (4). Appliance Repair Technologies Somerville is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Somerville. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Somerville: Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master of Appliances Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
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
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 not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What Somerville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Somerville 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 Somerville Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Somerville, MA
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Other Washer Repair in Somerville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Somerville
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 Somerville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.