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 Wadsworth list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Wadsworth OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wadsworth. 1 list an address in Wadsworth, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 13 mention washer or dryer work by name. Appliance Connection is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Wadsworth. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wadsworth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 6.6, 9.3 |
First up for Wadsworth: Mr. Appliance of Akron (12.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (25.1 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Medina, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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: $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.
Laundry Notes for Wadsworth, OH
Most washer calls in Wadsworth 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 Wadsworth
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wadsworth, OH
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Other Washer Repair in Wadsworth
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wadsworth
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.