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 Akron that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Akron OH
40 repair companies serve Akron from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Akron itself, and the rest are spread across Canton (5), Brunswick (3), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 14 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Akron OH, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 31 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 3.8, 4.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
The leading options for Akron are Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (13.6 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (4.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Akron. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Akron Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Akron 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Akron Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Akron, OH
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
More Washing Machine Repair in Akron, OH
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Akron
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 Akron technician can then bring the right parts for either one.