When a washer quits in Clearfield, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Clearfield, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Clearfield, PA
Within 60 miles of Clearfield there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and DuBois (2). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 16.4 miles out. 10 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Clearfield is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clearfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 28 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 16.4, 18.3, 31.2 |
At the top of the Clearfield list: Martin Appliance (31.9 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in DuBois, 4.3 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mishler Appliance Services (34.6 miles away, based in Brookville, 4.5 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.2 miles away, based in Lock Haven, 4.5 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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.
What Clearfield Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Clearfield 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.
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 Clearfield
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
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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 Clearfield technician a trip for parts.