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 Northern Cambria list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Northern Cambria
12 repair companies serve Northern Cambria from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Duncansville (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Schafer's Appliance Repair, about 14.2 miles away. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.2, 20.9, 21.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
At the top of the Northern Cambria list: Martin Appliance (23.8 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thomas Appliance Repair, (27.5 miles away, based in Johnstown, 2.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
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
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: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Northern Cambria, PA
Most washer calls in Northern Cambria 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 Northern Cambria
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Northern Cambria, PA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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 Northern Cambria technician can then bring the right parts for either one.