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 West Yarmouth that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near West Yarmouth
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of West Yarmouth. 1 of them are based in West Yarmouth itself, and the rest are spread across Hyannis (4), New Bedford (4), and Fall River (4). 17 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Hammer Dude Handyman, about 0.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether West Yarmouth is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Yarmouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.8, 2.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
The leading options for West Yarmouth are Yale Appliance (2.9 miles away, based in Hyannis, 5.0 stars from 168 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Hyannis, 4.5 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (44.0 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 2,029 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KAM Appliances (3.6 miles away, based in Hyannis, 4.7 stars from 1,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining 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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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?
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.
Around West Yarmouth
Most washer calls in West Yarmouth 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.
Before You Book in West Yarmouth
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: West Yarmouth, MA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.