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. The St. Marys list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near St. Marys
Within 60 miles of St. Marys there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Fort Wayne (13), Lima (4), and Dayton (4). Moran Refrigeration Inc. is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from St. Marys. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. St. Marys 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. Marys. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 10.1, 10.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
The leading options for St. Marys are Mr. Appliance of Western Ohio (20.2 miles away, based in Lima, 4.0 stars from 373 reviews); Authorized Service (34.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.8 miles away, based in Piqua, 4.1 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
What St. Marys Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in St. Marys 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 St. Marys
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Marys, OH
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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.