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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ontario and the Richland County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Ontario
40 repair companies serve Ontario from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Mansfield (6), Westerville (3), and Amherst (3). Nearest on the list: Reip's Appliance LLC, around 4.4 miles out. 9 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Ontario is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.5, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Ontario are Mr. Appliance of Ashland and Mansfield (6.7 miles away, based in Mansfield, 4.7 stars from 879 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (46.6 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); New Life Appliance Repair LLC (46.1 miles away, based in Delaware, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (50.4 miles away, based in Elyria, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Ontario Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Ontario, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Ontario, OH
Most washer calls in Ontario 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 Ontario
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Ontario, OH
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Before you call a Ontario 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.