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 Berne and the Adams County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Berne, IN
Within 60 miles of Berne there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Fort Wayne (22), Muncie (3), and Wapakoneta (2). The closest is Hunt's Appliance Services & Parts, about 10.9 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Berne is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 18 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.9, 14.4, 25.6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
Closest matches for Berne: Authorized Service (43.1 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Brook-Mill Appliance Repair (34.2 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 104 reviews); Wabash Appliance (47.2 miles away, based in Wabash, 4.7 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Muncie, 4.1 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Berne quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Berne, IN
Washer calls in Berne most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Indiana licenses plumbers statewide through the Indiana Plumbing Commission but has no statewide HVAC technician license, so heating and mechanical contractor licensing, including gas appliance work, is set by individual counties and cities. Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development NextLevel Jobs: HVAC Technician
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Berne
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Berne, IN
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Berne
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Berne technician can then plan for both on one visit.