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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Fairmont, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fairmont
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Fairmont. 3 list an address in Fairmont, and other nearby bases include Uniontown (3), Bridgeport (2), and Connellsville (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Bargain Appliance Repair and Services LLC, around 1.0 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Fairmont is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.6, 1.8 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
Closest matches for Fairmont: Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Westover, 4.6 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Bridgeport, 4.4 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance Service (13.1 miles away, based in Core, 4.1 stars from 17 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (36.6 miles away, based in Uniontown, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- 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.
Around Fairmont
Most washer calls in Fairmont 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Before You Book in Fairmont
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fairmont, WV
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Fairmont technician can then bring the right parts for either one.