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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of South Hooksett that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near South Hooksett
40 repair companies serve South Hooksett from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Manchester (8), Nashua (5), and Lawrence (5). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Anything Appliance, about 0.8 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 2.1, 3.4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
First up for South Hooksett: Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (18.4 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.6 stars from 244 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Medic LLC (6.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.8 stars from 75 reviews); Appliance Services, LLC (18.1 miles away, based in Epping, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
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
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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 roller replacement: $100–$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.
Local Notes for South Hooksett
Most washer calls in South Hooksett 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.
New Hampshire has no license for appliance repair as such; fuel gas work, including gas appliance installation and service, is licensed by the Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board, whose licenses are limited to their named specialty. Source: N.H. RSA 153:29 (NH General Court)
In New Hampshire, you can check a license with the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification License Lookup or report a problem to the New Hampshire Department of Justice, Consumer Protection & Antitrust Bureau.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near South Hooksett
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South Hooksett, NH
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 South Hooksett technician can then bring the right parts for either one.