In Amherst Center, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Amherst Center listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Amherst Center, MA
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Amherst Center. Other nearby bases include Springfield (4), Enfield (3), and Chicopee (2). 6 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance repair service LLC, around 13.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 18 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Amherst Center. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.3, 14.0, 14.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
At the top of the Amherst Center list: Advantage Appliance Repair Inc. (16.8 miles away, based in West Springfield, 4.5 stars from 939 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Holyoke, 4.6 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cluett's (16.7 miles away, based in Ware, 4.5 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan's Appliance Repair & Sales (14.3 miles away, based in Chicopee, 4.4 stars from 58 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Amherst Center quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Amherst Center, MA
Washer calls in Amherst Center most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Amherst Center Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Amherst Center, MA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why won't my washer drain?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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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 Amherst Center technician can then plan for both on one visit.