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 Russells Point list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Russells Point
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Russells Point. Other nearby bases include Lima (4), Wapakoneta (2), and Lafayette (1). Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Joe's Appliance Service, about 18.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 12 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Russells Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.1, 18.2, 20.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Russells Point: Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Kenton, 4.5 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Western Ohio (23.5 miles away, based in Lima, 4.0 stars from 373 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Piqua, 4.1 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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 Russells Point
Most washer calls in Russells Point 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 Russells Point
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Russells Point, OH
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Russells Point
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 Russells Point technician can then bring the right parts for either one.