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 Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mechanicsburg. 4 list an address in Mechanicsburg, and other nearby bases include Harrisburg (9), York (5), and Hanover (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is Quality Appliance Repair Mechanicsburg, about 0.1 miles away. Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.1, 0.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
First up for Mechanicsburg: Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (6.0 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Apex DCA (18.9 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Camp Hill, 4.5 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.3 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mechanicsburg. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Local Notes for Mechanicsburg
Most washer calls in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mechanicsburg, PA
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.