When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Shelton and the Fairfield County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Shelton, CT
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shelton. 7 of them are based in Shelton itself, and the rest are spread across Bridgeport (7), Milford (6), and New Haven (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. All American Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Shelton. 3 list washer and dryer repair specifically. 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.8, 1.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Shelton list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in West Haven, 4.3 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ferrari's Appliance (13.1 miles away, based in Naugatuck, 4.8 stars from 267 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.5 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Shelton
Washer calls in Shelton 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)
Before You Book in Shelton
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Shelton, CT
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Shelton technician can then plan for both on one visit.