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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Who Repairs Washers Near Pawtucket
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pawtucket. 9 of them are based in Pawtucket itself, and the rest are spread across Providence (12), Cranston (5), and North Attleborough (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is AJ APPLIANCE Repair, about 0.2 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Pawtucket are Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (8.3 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (13.9 miles away, based in Norton, 4.9 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Danny's Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Providence, 4.2 stars from 771 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Pawtucket
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Pawtucket
Most washer calls in Pawtucket 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.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Before You Book in Pawtucket
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Pawtucket, RI
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Pawtucket faster and cheaper.