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. The Clairton list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Clairton
40 repair companies serve Clairton from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (16), McKeesport (2), and Irwin (2). Distances run up to about 16 miles. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Monarch Appliances DBA, around 1.8 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 3.0, 3.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
First up for Clairton: NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (7.6 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); PowerFix Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 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
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Clairton. 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
Local Notes for Clairton
Most washer calls in Clairton 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 Clairton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Clairton, PA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Clairton
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Clairton
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.