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 East Cleveland and the Cuyahoga County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in East Cleveland, OH
40 repair companies serve East Cleveland from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in East Cleveland, and the rest are spread across Cleveland (21), Parma (3), and Cleveland Heights (2). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Nearest on the list: A Appliance., around 0.9 miles out. 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Cleveland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for East Cleveland: Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (8.8 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (14.6 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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.
What East Cleveland Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in East Cleveland 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.
Before You Book in East Cleveland
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: East Cleveland, OH
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Before you call a East Cleveland technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.