Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Urbana, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Urbana OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Urbana. Other nearby bases include Dayton (14), Columbus (7), and Beavercreek (3). Distances run up to about 37 miles. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Carmichael Appliances, about 12.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 34 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Urbana is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.1, 12.2, 24.2 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
Closest matches for Urbana: Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.1 miles away, based in Dublin, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (34.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Piqua, 4.1 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Urbana. 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Urbana, OH
Most washer calls in Urbana 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 Urbana
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Urbana, OH
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Other Washer Repair in Urbana
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Urbana
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.