When a washer quits in Burlington, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Burlington list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Burlington, VT
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Burlington. The rest are spread across Plattsburgh (3), St Albans City (2), and Essex Junction (1). The closest is Dan Reed and Daughter's Major Appliance Repair, about 5.6 miles away. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Burlington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.6, 6.4, 7.5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Burlington: Advanced Appliance (8.2 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marcotte Appliance (7.5 miles away, based in Shelburne, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.3 miles away, based in St Albans City, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Burlington
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Burlington
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Burlington, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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 Burlington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Burlington 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Burlington
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Burlington, VT
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Do you cover Burlington and nearby towns?
Why is there water left in my washer?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Find Your Washer Brand in Burlington
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Before you call a Burlington 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.