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 Lima list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lima OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Lima. 4 of them are based in Lima itself, and other nearby bases include Fort Wayne (12), Wapakoneta (2), and Greenville (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is A-1 Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. 12 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lima is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lima. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.5, 2.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 48 |
At the top of the Lima list: Mr. Appliance of Western Ohio (1.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 373 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Kenton, 4.5 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Service (53.0 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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 Lima, OH
Most washer calls in Lima 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 Lima
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lima, OH
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.