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. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Columbia City.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Columbia City
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Columbia City. 2 of them are based in Columbia City itself, and other nearby bases include Fort Wayne (22), Warsaw (3), and Kendallville (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 11.7 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
Closest matches for Columbia City: Sears Home Services (1.1 miles away, 4.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brook-Mill Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 104 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Columbia City
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Columbia City
Washer calls in Columbia City 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.
Before You Book in Columbia City
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbia City, IN
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Columbia City technician gets at the parts.