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. Below are the companies within reach of Folcroft, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Folcroft, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Folcroft. 1 list an address in Folcroft, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (14), Glenolden (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Golden Peak Appliance Repair Systems, about 0.2 miles away. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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 | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.0, 1.3 |
At the top of the Folcroft list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (7.1 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (8.5 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
The Usual Washer Culprits in Folcroft
What Gets Fixed on a Folcroft Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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 Folcroft, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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.
What Folcroft Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Folcroft 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 Folcroft
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Folcroft, PA
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What should I check before calling?
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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 Folcroft technician a trip for parts.