When a washer quits in Augusta, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Augusta, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Augusta
Within 60 miles of Augusta there are 23 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Bangor (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. The closest is Thermador Group, about 1.7 miles away. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Augusta is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Augusta. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 16.8, 23.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
First up for Augusta: Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (56.4 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Group (1.7 miles away, based in Chelsea, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Augusta Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Augusta
Before replacing a washer in Augusta, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
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 Augusta, ME
Most washer calls in Augusta 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Augusta
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Augusta, ME
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is there anything I can try first?
Do you cover Augusta and nearby towns?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Before you call a Augusta technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.