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 Portage Lakes that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Portage Lakes
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Portage Lakes. The rest are spread across Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 15 list washer or dryer work specifically. Collins Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Portage Lakes. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 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 washer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 5.8, 5.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 43 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
Closest matches for Portage Lakes: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (17.0 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (9.2 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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 Portage Lakes. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $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.
Laundry Notes for Portage Lakes, OH
Most washer calls in Portage Lakes 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 Portage Lakes
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Portage Lakes, OH
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.