Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Jefferson Hills and the Allegheny County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Jefferson Hills
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Jefferson Hills. The rest are spread across Pittsburgh (18), McKeesport (2), and Irwin (2). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Monarch Appliances DBA, about 3.0 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 4.7, 4.7 |
At the top of the Jefferson Hills list: Appliance Fix Experts (10.2 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerFix Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (9.1 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Jefferson Hills
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Jefferson Hills
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Jefferson Hills, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Jefferson Hills
Most washer calls in Jefferson Hills 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 Jefferson Hills
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Jefferson Hills, PA
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Jefferson Hills
Washing Machine Repair Near Jefferson Hills
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Jefferson Hills faster and cheaper.