When a washer quits in Obetz, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. 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 Obetz
40 repair companies serve Obetz from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Obetz itself, and the rest are spread across Columbus (31), Reynoldsburg (2), and Upper Arlington (2). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Nearest on the list: Fixline Appliance Repair Professionals, around 0.9 miles out. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 4.7, 6.3 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
The leading options for Obetz are Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (7.8 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); New Life Appliance Repair LLC (28.4 miles away, based in Delaware, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Dublin, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Obetz
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Obetz, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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.
What Obetz Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Obetz 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.
Before You Book in Obetz
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- 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: Obetz, OH
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
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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 Obetz technician a trip for parts.