A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Biddeford list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Biddeford ME
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Biddeford. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (4), and Concord (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. McLaughlin Appliance Sales, Service & Parts is the nearest, roughly 10.9 miles from Biddeford. 11 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Biddeford is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Biddeford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.9, 13.4, 15.4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
First up for Biddeford: Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (42.4 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews); Agren (13.4 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Services, LLC (43.1 miles away, based in Epping, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (50.3 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Biddeford. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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 Biddeford
Most washer calls in Biddeford 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Biddeford Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Biddeford, ME
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
More Washing Machine Repair in Biddeford, ME
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Biddeford
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.