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 North Ridgeville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near North Ridgeville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Ridgeville. Other nearby bases include Cleveland (11), Elyria (3), and Amherst (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. At Your Site Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from North Ridgeville. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 4.5, 4.9 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
The leading options for North Ridgeville are HADI Appliances (10.4 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (9.8 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in North Ridgeville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 North Ridgeville
Most washer calls in North Ridgeville 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.
Before You Book in North Ridgeville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Ridgeville, OH
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Other Washer Repair in North Ridgeville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near North Ridgeville
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 North Ridgeville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.