Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The St. Clairsville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near St. Clairsville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of St. Clairsville. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (12), Coraopolis (3), and Washington (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Platinum Factory Service is the nearest, roughly 9.3 miles from St. Clairsville. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. St. Clairsville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Clairsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.3, 9.6, 13.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
The leading options for St. Clairsville are PowerFix Appliance Repair (49.3 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (54.9 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Pittsburgh, Moon and South Hills (47.9 miles away, based in Moon Township, 4.5 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (53.0 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- 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
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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 St. Clairsville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 St. Clairsville
Most washer calls in St. Clairsville 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near St. Clairsville
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Clairsville, OH
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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.