Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. We sort the New Haven listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving New Haven, CT
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New Haven. 12 of them are based in New Haven itself, and the rest are spread across Milford (6), Shelton (6), and Orange (4). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. 2 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Apliance Repair & Solutions | New Haven, about 0.2 miles away. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 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 washers | 3 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
First up for New Haven: Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in West Haven, 4.3 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ferrari's Appliance (14.0 miles away, based in Naugatuck, 4.8 stars from 267 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.5 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a New Haven quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for New Haven
Washer calls in New Haven 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)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in New Haven
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New Haven, CT
Which areas near New Haven do these technicians cover?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Related Repair Pages for New Haven
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New Haven
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the New Haven technician gets at the parts.