When a washer quits in Amesbury, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Amesbury and the Essex County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Amesbury
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Amesbury. 1 list an address in Amesbury, and the rest are spread across Lawrence (5), Peabody (5), and North Andover (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Service Amesbury, around 0.8 miles out. 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Amesbury. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 2.3, 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Amesbury: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salem (20.4 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (14.4 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews); iPlushop Appliance Sales, Repair & Home Service (21.6 miles away, based in Peabody, 5.0 stars from 75 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Amesbury
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
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
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Amesbury
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Amesbury Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Amesbury 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Amesbury
- 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?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Amesbury, MA
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Amesbury
Washing Machine Repair Near Amesbury
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Amesbury faster and cheaper.