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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Ontario that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ontario
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Ontario. Other nearby bases include Mansfield (6), Westerville (3), and Amherst (3). Distances run up to about 50 miles. Nearest on the list: Reip's Appliance LLC, around 4.4 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Ontario is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ontario. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.5, 5.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
The leading options for Ontario are Mr. Appliance of Ashland and Mansfield (6.7 miles away, based in Mansfield, 4.7 stars from 879 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.6 miles away, based in Wooster, 4.5 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (46.6 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (46.2 miles away, based in Medina, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- 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
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Ontario
Most washer calls in Ontario 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 Ontario Washer Technician
- 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: Ontario, OH
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 Ontario technician can then bring the right parts for either one.