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 Whitinsville, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Whitinsville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Whitinsville. 2 of them are based in Whitinsville itself, and the rest are spread across Worcester (9), Marlborough (4), and Auburn (3). 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Star Whitinsville Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.7, 7.0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
First up for Whitinsville: Yale Appliance (18.6 miles away, based in Framingham, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Marlborough, 4.2 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Webster, 4.4 stars from 180 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (23.7 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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 Whitinsville
Most washer calls in Whitinsville 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 Whitinsville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Whitinsville, MA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 Whitinsville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.