In Fort Wayne, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Fort Wayne.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fort Wayne
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Wayne. 22 list an address in Fort Wayne, and other nearby bases include Columbia City (2), Kendallville (2), and Auburn (1). Nearest on the list: Fort Wayne Berry Appliance, around 0.6 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Wayne. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 30 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
Closest matches for Fort Wayne: Brook-Mill Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 104 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Home Services (19.5 miles away, based in Columbia City, 4.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Columbia City, 4.3 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- 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 Fort Wayne
Washer calls in Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Wayne, IN
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Fort Wayne
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fort Wayne
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Fort Wayne technician gets at the parts.