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.
Who Repairs Washers Near Garrettsville
40 repair companies serve Garrettsville from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Youngstown (5), Akron (4), and Ravenna (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Northeast Appliance Service INC, around 10.1 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 42 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.1, 12.4, 13.1 |
The leading options for Garrettsville are Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (13.1 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (26.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Ace Washer & Appliance Services (16.5 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Garrettsville Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
Before replacing a washer in Garrettsville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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 Garrettsville
Most washer calls in Garrettsville 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 Garrettsville Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Garrettsville, OH
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Garrettsville
Washing Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Garrettsville 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.