Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Old Town that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Old Town
9 repair companies serve Old Town from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Bangor (2), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. Penobscot Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.2 miles from Old Town. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Old Town is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 8.2, 10.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Old Town list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tom's Appliance Service (10.0 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews); Patriot Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom 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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Old Town
Most washer calls in Old Town 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.
Before You Book in Old Town
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Old Town, ME
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.