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 Newport East 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 Newport East
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Newport East. The rest are spread across Providence (7), Warwick (5), and Cranston (5). Distances run up to about 22 miles. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Elvarique Newport Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Newport East. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newport East. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 7.8, 9.3 |
First up for Newport East: Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (20.5 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (9.8 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (24.3 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Newport East. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Newport East, RI
Most washer calls in Newport East 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Newport East
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Newport East, RI
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Newport East
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.