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. The Niles list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Niles OH
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Niles. 1 list an address in Niles, and the rest are spread across Youngstown (6), New Castle (2), and Ravenna (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Niles. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.9, 3.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Niles are Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (27.6 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (11.7 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Niles. 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Niles
Most washer calls in Niles 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 Niles Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Niles, OH
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.