Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Providence, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Providence
40 repair companies serve Providence from within 30 miles. 12 list an address in Providence, and other nearby bases include Pawtucket (9), Cranston (5), and Warwick (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Providence Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Providence. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 31 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Providence: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (4.1 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (4.4 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Danny's Appliance (1.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 771 reviews); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (17.3 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Providence
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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?
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.
What Providence Owners Should Know
Providence Water, which supplies Providence, reports hardness of soft (the utility describes its water as soft; no numeric value published on its FAQ). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Water Quality FAQ - Providence Water
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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Providence
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Providence, RI
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Before you call a Providence 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.