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 Coatesville 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 Coatesville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Coatesville. 2 of them are based in Coatesville itself, and other nearby bases include Wilmington (6), Newark (4), and Pottstown (4). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Element Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Coatesville. Of those, 12 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 3.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Coatesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.3, 4.3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
First up for Coatesville: Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in West Chester, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Thorndale, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (15.5 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance (20.1 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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 Coatesville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Coatesville
Most washer calls in Coatesville 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 Coatesville Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Coatesville, PA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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 Coatesville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.