A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Galion
13 repair companies serve Galion from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Mansfield (6), Mt Vernon (2), and Bucyrus (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 1 lists washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Bucyrus Appliance Repair, around 11.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.2, 12.7, 13.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 1 |
At the top of the Galion list: Mr. Appliance of Ashland and Mansfield (15.5 miles away, based in Mansfield, 4.7 stars from 879 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bucyrus Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Bucyrus, 4.7 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Repair Service (15.1 miles away, based in Mt Gilead, 4.8 stars from 68 reviews); Senitt's Appliance Service (27.7 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.7 stars from 116 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Galion
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Galion
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Galion Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Galion 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 Galion
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Galion, OH
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Washing Machine Repair Near Galion
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Galion faster and cheaper.