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 Marietta and the Washington County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Marietta
Within 60 miles of Marietta there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Marietta itself, and the rest are spread across Zanesville (2), Vienna (1), and Parkersburg (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.3 miles away. The 15 rated companies in range average 3.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Marietta is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Marietta. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 10.0, 11.8 |
First up for Marietta: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Vienna, 3.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.2 miles away, based in Ripley, 3.7 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kochis Appliance Heating & Air (35.5 miles away, based in Millfield, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Marietta
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
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
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Marietta, OH
Most washer calls in Marietta 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 Marietta Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Marietta, OH
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Marietta faster and cheaper.