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 Bath and the Sagadahoc County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Bath, ME
18 repair companies serve Bath from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Boothbay (1). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Blackman Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 12.5 miles from Bath. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bath is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.5, 21.6, 23.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 18 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
At the top of the Bath list: Agren (31.9 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Blackman Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Boothbay, 2.1 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.8 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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.
What Bath Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bath 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.
Questions to Ask a Bath Washer Technician
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Bath, ME
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Bath faster and cheaper.