Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Massillon, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Massillon
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Massillon. 2 list an address in Massillon, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Home Appliance Company, around 1.1 miles out. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.3, 6.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Massillon: Home Appliance Company (1.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (24.4 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Canal Fulton, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Massillon Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
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
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Laundry Notes for Massillon, OH
Most washer calls in Massillon 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 Massillon
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Massillon, OH
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Massillon faster and cheaper.