Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Martins Ferry that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Martins Ferry
Within 60 miles of Martins Ferry there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (13), Coraopolis (3), and Washington (2). Coogan’s Reliable Appliance & Home Services is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Martins Ferry. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Martins Ferry is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 5.9, 12.4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
First up for Martins Ferry: PowerFix Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (46.6 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (51.3 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (52.5 miles away, based in Cranberry Twp, 4.6 stars from 465 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Around Martins Ferry
Most washer calls in Martins Ferry 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 Martins Ferry
- 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?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Martins Ferry, OH
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Martins Ferry technician can then bring the right parts for either one.