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 Mansfield that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Mansfield
Within 60 miles of Mansfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Mansfield, and other nearby bases include Amherst (3), Elyria (3), and Mt Vernon (2). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Reip's Appliance LLC, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. Mansfield is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mansfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.4, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 34 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
The leading options for Mansfield are Mr. Appliance of Ashland and Mansfield (2.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 879 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Wooster, 4.5 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (45.1 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.9 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mansfield. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Mansfield
Most washer calls in Mansfield 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.
Questions to Ask a Mansfield Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mansfield, OH
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Washer Repair in Mansfield
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mansfield
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.