A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Bangor list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Bangor
We found 10 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Bangor. 2 list an address in Bangor, and other nearby bases include Veazie (1), Holden (1), and Carmel (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Tom's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Bangor. Of those, 2 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bangor is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 4.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
At the top of the Bangor list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.6 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tom's Appliance Service (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Bangor
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Bangor
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
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.
Around Bangor
Most washer calls in Bangor 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Bangor
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Bangor, ME
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Find Your Washer Brand in Bangor
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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 Bangor technician a trip for parts.