Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Meriden and the New Haven County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Meriden
Within 30 miles of Meriden there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 of them are based in Meriden itself, and the rest are spread across Waterbury (6), New Britain (4), and Cheshire (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Your Local Appliance Repair And Service, about 0.5 miles away. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.1, 1.2 |
First up for Meriden: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 156 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair UTSP LLC (15.7 miles away, based in Glastonbury, 5.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Newington, 4.5 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Action Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.8 stars from 1,608 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Meriden
Before replacing a washer in Meriden, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Meriden Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Meriden 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Meriden
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Meriden faster and cheaper.