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 Grafton 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 Grafton
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Grafton. The rest are spread across Fairmont (3), Bridgeport (2), and Nutter Fort (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Speedway Appliance, about 10.9 miles away. The 12 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.9, 11.1, 12.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
First up for Grafton: Sears Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Westover, 4.6 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Bridgeport, 4.4 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance Service (22.6 miles away, based in Core, 4.1 stars from 17 reviews); Factory Warranty Services (29.6 miles away, based in Elkins, 3.1 stars from 393 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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 not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Grafton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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 Grafton
Most washer calls in Grafton 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 Grafton
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Grafton, WV
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Grafton
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.