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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Weymouth, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Weymouth
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Weymouth. 4 of them are based in Weymouth itself, and other nearby bases include Boston (7), Quincy (5), and Braintree (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: South Weymouth Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. 14 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.6, 1.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
First up for Weymouth: Yale Appliance (8.2 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 2,029 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George Washington Toma TV and Appliance (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,718 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DWG APPLIANCE (3.0 miles away, based in Braintree, 5.0 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Weymouth
Most washer calls in Weymouth 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 Weymouth Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Weymouth, MA
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Weymouth
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 Weymouth technician can then bring the right parts for either one.