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 Clyde that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Clyde
Within 60 miles of Clyde there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Toledo (8), Mansfield (6), and Amherst (3). Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Fremont and Sandusky, OH, around 7.5 miles out. Of those, 12 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Clyde is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clyde. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 57 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.5, 9.4, 11.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Clyde list: Mr. Appliance of Fremont and Sandusky, OH (7.5 miles away, based in Fremont, 4.8 stars from 347 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (40.4 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (43.4 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (40.3 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Clyde. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Local Notes for Clyde
Most washer calls in Clyde 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Clyde
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Clyde, OH
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.