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 Edgemoor and the New Castle County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Edgemoor, DE
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Edgemoor. Other nearby bases include Wilmington (14), New Castle (6), and Media (4). Distances run up to about 14 miles. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. At Your Services. is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Edgemoor. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Edgemoor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.9, 2.1 |
First up for Edgemoor: Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (8.9 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Newark, 4.5 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in West Chester, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Edgemoor, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Edgemoor
Most washer calls in Edgemoor 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Edgemoor
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Edgemoor, DE
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Edgemoor faster and cheaper.