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 Fostoria that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fostoria
40 repair companies serve Fostoria from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Fostoria itself, and other nearby bases include Toledo (8), Lima (4), and Fremont (2). Distances run up to about 53 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Fostoria. 13 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Fostoria is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 50 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 16.2, 20.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
Closest matches for Fostoria: Ace Appliance Sales & Service (34.0 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (37.1 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (34.0 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Fostoria. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Fostoria, OH
Most washer calls in Fostoria 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Fostoria
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fostoria, OH
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.