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. The Richboro list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Richboro
40 repair companies serve Richboro from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Philadelphia (4), Levittown (4), and Warminster (3). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. Nearest on the list: Serenity Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 3.4, 4.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
Closest matches for Richboro: Mr. Appliance of Bensalem (10.3 miles away, based in Bensalem, 4.9 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); W88 Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Feasterville-Trevose, 4.9 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Langhorne, 4.8 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Doylestown (9.8 miles away, based in Doylestown, 4.8 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Richboro
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Richboro
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
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 Richboro
Most washer calls in Richboro 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 Richboro
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Richboro, PA
What should I check before calling?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Richboro technician a trip for parts.