Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Gloucester, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Gloucester
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gloucester. 2 of them are based in Gloucester itself, and the rest are spread across Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. 13 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Stanton Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Gloucester. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gloucester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 4.3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
At the top of the Gloucester list: Mr. Appliance of Salem (11.0 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (21.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iPlushop Appliance Sales, Repair & Home Service (15.6 miles away, based in Peabody, 5.0 stars from 75 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
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
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Gloucester, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Gloucester, MA
Most washer calls in Gloucester 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 Gloucester
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Gloucester, MA
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Gloucester technician a trip for parts.