Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Medina list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Medina OH
40 repair companies serve Medina from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Medina, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (6), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC, about 0.0 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Medina. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 32 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 6.1, 7.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
At the top of the Medina list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (0.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (16.5 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Medina. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- 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 Medina
Most washer calls in Medina 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 Medina
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Medina, OH
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Medina
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.