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 Delaware list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Delaware
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Delaware. 2 list an address in Delaware, and the rest are spread across Columbus (25), Westerville (3), and Dublin (2). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. 3 CLOVER APPLIANCE REPAIR is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Delaware. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Delaware. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 59 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 4.9, 6.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
First up for Delaware: New Life Appliance Repair LLC (4.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Dublin, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (22.3 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (19.8 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Delaware
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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 Delaware, OH
Most washer calls in Delaware 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.
Questions to Ask a Delaware Washer Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Delaware, OH
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Delaware
Washing Machine Repair Near Delaware
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Delaware faster and cheaper.