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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Franklin, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Franklin
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Franklin. 1 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Youngstown (6), Erie (6), and Warren (3). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Nearest on the list: LRS Handyman and Remodeling, around 5.8 miles out. 17 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 7.3, 21.0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 21 |
The leading options for Franklin are Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.8 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.6 miles away, based in Butler, 4.9 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.3 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.5 miles away, based in Cranberry Twp, 4.6 stars from 465 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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.
What Franklin Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Franklin 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 Franklin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin, PA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Franklin
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.