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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lehighton that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lehighton PA
Within 30 miles of Lehighton there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Allentown (6), Stroudsburg (4), and Bethlehem (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 8.0 miles out. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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 | 23 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.0, 18.2, 18.4 |
The leading options for Lehighton are Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Walnutport, 4.7 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Whitehall Township, 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Allentown, 4.6 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Lehighton
Most washer calls in Lehighton 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.
Before You Book in Lehighton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lehighton, PA
What stops a washer from spinning?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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 Lehighton technician can then bring the right parts for either one.