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 McKeesport list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, McKeesport PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of McKeesport. 2 of them are based in McKeesport itself, and the rest are spread across Pittsburgh (16), Irwin (2), and Verona (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Liberty Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from McKeesport. Across 31 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.4, 1.4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
The leading options for McKeesport are NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (4.1 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); PowerFix Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for McKeesport, PA
Most washer calls in McKeesport 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 McKeesport Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: McKeesport, PA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.