When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Bristol.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Bristol, CT
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bristol. 2 of them are based in Bristol itself, and other nearby bases include Meriden (7), Waterbury (6), and New Britain (5). Distances run up to about 14 miles. SRT Bristol Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Bristol. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bristol. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.4, 2.7 |
At the top of the Bristol list: A Action Appliance Repair (23.4 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.8 stars from 1,608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in West Hartford, 4.5 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KJ Brands Appliance (9.4 miles away, based in New Britain, 4.7 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.5 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Bristol
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Bristol
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Bristol quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Bristol Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Bristol most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
Installing, repairing and maintaining gas piping and approved gas appliances requires a state heating, piping and cooling license (such as the G-1/G-2 gas license or a broader B, D or S license) issued through the Department of Consumer Protection. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
Questions to Ask a Bristol Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bristol, CT
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Bristol technician gets at the parts.