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 Allentown and the Lehigh County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Allentown, PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Allentown. 6 list an address in Allentown, and the rest are spread across Pottstown (5), Bethlehem (3), and Doylestown (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 13 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Allentown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.5, 2.7 |
Closest matches for Allentown: Mr. Appliance of Allentown (6.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 621 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Whitehall Township, 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Allentown, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Allentown
Lehigh County Authority (Allentown Division), which supplies Allentown, reports hardness of about 13 grains per gallon (hard). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Your Drinking Water - Lehigh County Authority
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Allentown
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Allentown, PA
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Which areas near Allentown do these technicians cover?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Allentown
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Before you call a Allentown 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.