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. The Dayton list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Dayton
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Dayton. 16 list an address in Dayton, and other nearby bases include Beavercreek (3), Miamisburg (2), and Xenia (2). Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Coffey Appliance Center, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.8 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dayton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 29 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.4, 1.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
First up for Dayton: Sears Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 3.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 4.0 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- 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
- 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
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Dayton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Dayton
City of Dayton Division of Water Supply & Treatment, which supplies Dayton, reports hardness of about 139 mg/L as CaCO3 (2025 distribution-system average). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Dayton - 2025 Water Quality Averages & Pumping Data Summary
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 Dayton Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dayton, OH
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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.