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 North Scituate and the Plymouth County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in North Scituate, MA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Scituate. Other nearby bases include Boston (6), Quincy (5), and Weymouth (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Topline Appliance Repair Scituate, around 1.1 miles out. Of those, 16 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Scituate. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 5.9, 7.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
The leading options for North Scituate are Yale Appliance (15.9 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (7.0 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 2,029 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George Washington Toma TV and Appliance (8.2 miles away, based in Weymouth, 4.9 stars from 1,718 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (18.2 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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 North Scituate
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for North Scituate, MA
Most washer calls in North Scituate 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.
Before You Book in North Scituate
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: North Scituate, MA
Why won't my washer drain?
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Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Find Your Washer Brand in North Scituate
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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 North Scituate technician a trip for parts.