Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Blakely that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Blakely
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Blakely. The rest are spread across Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Eynon (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: EZ Home Maintenance, around 0.9 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Blakely. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.4, 2.4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
Closest matches for Blakely: Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Blakely. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Blakely
Most washer calls in Blakely 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.
Questions to Ask a Blakely Washer Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Blakely, PA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Blakely technician can then bring the right parts for either one.