When a washer quits in Orrville, 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 Orrville
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Orrville. Other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 7.4 miles away. Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 23 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Orrville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.4, 10.4, 12.5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Orrville: Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (20.5 miles away, based in Medina, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (23.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Home Appliance Company (13.5 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Canal Fulton, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Orrville
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Orrville
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Orrville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Orrville
Most washer calls in Orrville 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 Orrville
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Orrville, OH
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
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Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Washer Repair by Brand in Orrville
Washing Machine Repair Near Orrville
Before you call a Orrville 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.