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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Elyria and the Lorain County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Elyria
40 repair companies serve Elyria from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Elyria, and the rest are spread across Cleveland (10), Amherst (3), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Nearest on the list: Bill Baker's Inc., around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elyria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.5, 2.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Elyria are Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (5.2 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (22.5 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (14.7 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Elyria Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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.
Laundry Notes for Elyria, OH
Most washer calls in Elyria 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 Elyria
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Elyria, OH
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why won't my washer drain?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my washer leaking?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Elyria
Washing Machine Repair Near Elyria
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Elyria faster and cheaper.