Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Erie and the Erie County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Erie
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Erie. 8 of them are based in Erie itself, and other nearby bases include Ashtabula (3), Meadville (2), and Warren (2). Distances run up to about 54 miles. Beez Appliances - Sales, Service Repair & Parts is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Erie. 11 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 24 businesses. Erie is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.4 |
Closest matches for Erie: Duggan's Service & Appliance (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,373 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Erie, 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Erie
Most washer calls in Erie 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.
Before You Book in Erie
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Erie, PA
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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 Erie technician a trip for parts.