Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of East Providence that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Providence
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Providence. 1 of them are based in East Providence itself, and other nearby bases include Providence (12), Pawtucket (9), and Cranston (5). 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: LC APPLIANCE SERVICE, around 1.1 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.5, 2.8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for East Providence: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (6.2 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (16.3 miles away, based in Norton, 4.9 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (4.0 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Danny's Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Providence, 4.2 stars from 771 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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 hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for East Providence, RI
Most washer calls in East Providence 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.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near East Providence
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: East Providence, RI
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Providence
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.