A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown
40 repair companies serve Elizabethtown from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Elizabethtown, and other nearby bases include Harrisburg (9), York (5), and Lancaster (4). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Elizabethtown. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elizabethtown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 47 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 3.2, 5.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
The leading options for Elizabethtown are Apex DCA (11.5 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (17.0 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.5 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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: $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?
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.
Around Elizabethtown
Most washer calls in Elizabethtown 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Elizabethtown
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Elizabethtown, PA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.