Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Cleveland list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Cleveland, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cleveland. 22 of them are based in Cleveland itself, and the rest are spread across Parma (3), Cleveland Heights (2), and Middleburg Heights (2). The closest is Montrose Appliance Repair Experts, about 1.4 miles away. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.6, 1.7 |
First up for Cleveland: Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (3.4 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (8.7 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Cleveland
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
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
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
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 Cleveland
Before replacing a washer in Cleveland, 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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 Cleveland, OH
Cleveland Water (City of Cleveland Department of Public Utilities, Division of Water), which supplies Cleveland, reports hardness of about 120 mg/L as calcium carbonate (7 grains per gallon); moderately hard. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: FAQs - Cleveland Water
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.
Questions to Ask a Cleveland Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cleveland, OH
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
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Washer Repair by Brand in Cleveland
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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 Cleveland technician a trip for parts.