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 Franklin and the Warren County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Franklin, OH
40 repair companies serve Franklin from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Franklin itself, and other nearby bases include Dayton (16), Cincinnati (6), and Beavercreek (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: RR Appliances LLC, around 2.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 4.4, 6.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Mr. Appliance of Cincinnati (20.2 miles away, based in Blue Ash, 4.8 stars from 1,559 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Service Co (25.8 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rippe Brothers Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in West Chester Township, 4.3 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Franklin
Most washer calls in Franklin 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 Franklin
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Franklin, OH
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why won't my washer spin?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
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Before you call a Franklin 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.