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 Darby list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Darby
Within 30 miles of Darby there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Philadelphia (19), Upper Darby Township (3), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 2 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is BNK Plumbing And HVAC Services, about 0.9 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Darby: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (6.6 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews); UpTech Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Bala Cynwyd, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (5.3 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Darby. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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: $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?
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.
Around Darby
Most washer calls in Darby 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 Darby
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Darby, PA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 Darby technician can then bring the right parts for either one.