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. The Amherst list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Amherst
Within 30 miles of Amherst there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Amherst, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (10), Elyria (3), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Tech LLc, around 0.8 miles out. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 48 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.2, 1.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
The leading options for Amherst are Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (2.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Elyria, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (28.7 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (20.3 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Amherst
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Amherst, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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 Amherst
Most washer calls in Amherst 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Amherst
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Amherst, OH
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
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Washer Repair by Brand in Amherst
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Amherst faster and cheaper.