A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Salem listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Salem, MA
40 repair companies serve Salem from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Salem itself, and other nearby bases include Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Adesso Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Salem. 12 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.6, 1.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Mention washers | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
At the top of the Salem list: Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iPlushop Appliance Sales, Repair & Home Service (4.1 miles away, based in Peabody, 5.0 stars from 75 reviews); Master of Appliances Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Salam Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.3 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Salem
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Salem quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
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)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Salem
Washer calls in Salem 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 Salem Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, MA
Which areas near Salem do these technicians cover?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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 Salem technician can then plan for both on one visit.