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. The Lakewood list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Lakewood, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lakewood. The rest are spread across Cleveland (21), Parma (3), and Middleburg Heights (2). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. The closest is Midwest Appliance Repair Solutions, about 2.2 miles away. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.8, 3.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
At the top of the Lakewood list: Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (7.4 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (2.8 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Elyria, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lakewood
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Lakewood
Most washer calls in Lakewood 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lakewood
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lakewood, OH
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Lakewood technician a trip for parts.