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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Audubon that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Audubon
40 repair companies serve Audubon from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Lansdale (4), Norristown (3), and Havertown (3). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is G E Appliance Services, about 1.7 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Audubon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.2, 2.8 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
At the top of the Audubon list: Mr. Appliance of King of Prussia (2.2 miles away, based in Norristown, 4.7 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Borden Appliance Repair Services, LLC (10.8 miles away, based in Schwenksville, 4.9 stars from 756 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (10.7 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.0 miles away, based in North Wales, 4.7 stars from 322 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Audubon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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 Audubon, PA
Most washer calls in Audubon 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Audubon
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Audubon, PA
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Audubon technician can then bring the right parts for either one.