A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Parkersburg list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Parkersburg WV
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Parkersburg. 1 of them are based in Parkersburg itself, and other nearby bases include Zanesville (2), Vienna (1), and Marietta (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. AAA Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Parkersburg. The 12 rated companies in range average 3.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Parkersburg is inside its regular service area.
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 | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.8, 11.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
At the top of the Parkersburg list: Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Marietta, 4.3 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Vienna, 3.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.1 miles away, based in Ripley, 3.7 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.6 miles away, based in Elkview, 4.2 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Parkersburg Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Parkersburg 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.
Questions to Ask a Parkersburg Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Parkersburg, WV
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Other Washer Repair in Parkersburg
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Parkersburg
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.