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 Girard that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Girard
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Girard. 1 list an address in Girard, and other nearby bases include Youngstown (6), New Castle (2), and Warren (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. C&J Buckeye Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Girard. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 4.1, 4.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
First up for Girard: Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (9.8 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Girard. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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.
Local Notes for Girard
Most washer calls in Girard 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 Girard
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Girard, OH
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.