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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Swoyersville and the Luzerne County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Swoyersville
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Swoyersville. Other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Tabbit's Appliance Service, around 0.7 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Swoyersville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 2.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
At the top of the Swoyersville list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Wilkes-Barre Township, 4.5 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Swoyersville
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Swoyersville
Before replacing a washer in Swoyersville, 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Around Swoyersville
Most washer calls in Swoyersville 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Swoyersville
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Swoyersville, PA
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Washing Machine Repair Near Swoyersville
Before you call a Swoyersville technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.