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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Parma Heights that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Parma Heights
Within 30 miles of Parma Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Parma Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (20), Parma (3), and Middleburg Heights (2). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is Ifix Appliances, OH, about 1.0 miles away. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Parma Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.4, 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Parma Heights: Margus Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (6.8 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Parma Heights. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Parma Heights, OH
Most washer calls in Parma Heights 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 Parma Heights
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Parma Heights, OH
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.