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 Montpelier list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montpelier
Within 60 miles of Montpelier there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Montpelier, and the rest are spread across Rutland (3), Plattsburgh (3), and Barre (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Commercial Services Inc, about 1.2 miles away. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Montpelier is inside its regular service area.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 5.7, 5.9 |
The leading options for Montpelier are Advanced Appliance (35.9 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (30.7 miles away, based in St Johnsbury, 4.6 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Third Generation Appliance Repair (31.2 miles away, based in New Haven, 4.7 stars from 13 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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 not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Montpelier Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Montpelier 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Montpelier
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Montpelier, VT
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montpelier
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 Montpelier technician can then bring the right parts for either one.