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 Ellsworth that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Ellsworth ME
9 repair companies serve Ellsworth from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Bangor (2), Holden (1), and Sedgwick (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Patriot Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 13.9 miles from Ellsworth. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 9 businesses. Ellsworth is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.9, 19.5, 20.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Ellsworth: Sears Appliance Repair (21.3 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.8 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Tom's Appliance Service (21.8 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
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
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 draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ellsworth. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Ellsworth, ME
Most washer calls in Ellsworth 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ellsworth
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Ellsworth, ME
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
More Washing Machine Repair in Ellsworth, ME
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ellsworth
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 Ellsworth technician can then bring the right parts for either one.