Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Palmyra list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Palmyra
Within 30 miles of Palmyra there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Palmyra, and the rest are spread across Harrisburg (9), Lancaster (4), and Mechanicsburg (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Nearest on the list: E A PYLE CO., around 0.6 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palmyra. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 4.1, 5.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
First up for Palmyra: Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (16.7 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Apex DCA (21.0 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.3 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Hummelstown, 4.1 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Palmyra
Most washer calls in Palmyra 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 Palmyra
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Palmyra, PA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Palmyra
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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.