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 Wadsworth and the Medina County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Wadsworth, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wadsworth. 1 of them are based in Wadsworth itself, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Of those, 13 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Connection, around 1.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 39 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 6.6, 9.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 54 |
At the top of the Wadsworth list: Mr. Appliance of Akron (12.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Medina, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Wadsworth
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. 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 Wadsworth, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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.
Around Wadsworth
Most washer calls in Wadsworth 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 Wadsworth
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Wadsworth, OH
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Wadsworth faster and cheaper.