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 Brookhaven that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Brookhaven
Within 30 miles of Brookhaven there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Media (4), Philadelphia (4), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Nbili Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brookhaven. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.4, 2.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
At the top of the Brookhaven list: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (10.8 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (9.2 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in West Chester, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (13.0 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- 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
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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: $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.
What Brookhaven Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Brookhaven 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 Brookhaven Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Brookhaven, PA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.