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. The companies below serve Milford and the Sussex County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Milford, DE
Within 30 miles of Milford there are 24 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Milford itself, and the rest are spread across Dover (7), Rehoboth Beach (2), and Cape May (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Milford. The 20 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Milford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 7.9, 14.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
The leading options for Milford are Big Red Services - HVAC, Plumbing, Electric (16.3 miles away, based in Camden Wyoming, 4.9 stars from 335 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Rehoboth Beach, 4.6 stars from 563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ed Wright's Appliance & Repair Service, Inc. (18.9 miles away, based in Lewes, 4.5 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in Milford
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Milford quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Around Milford
Washer calls in Milford most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Milford
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Milford, DE
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Why won't my washer drain?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Milford technician gets at the parts.