When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve South Yarmouth and the Barnstable County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving South Yarmouth, MA
Within 30 miles of South Yarmouth there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in South Yarmouth itself, and the rest are spread across Hyannis (4), East Falmouth (3), and Yarmouth Port (1). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Yarmouth Appliance Clinic is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from South Yarmouth. Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Yarmouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 3.1, 3.5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
At the top of the South Yarmouth list: Yale Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Hyannis, 5.0 stars from 168 reviews); Crane Appliance (21.6 miles away, based in East Falmouth, 4.9 stars from 1,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KAM Appliances (5.6 miles away, based in Hyannis, 4.7 stars from 1,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Hyannis, 4.5 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a 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 South Yarmouth quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for South Yarmouth
Washer calls in South Yarmouth 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.
Before You Book in South Yarmouth
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South Yarmouth, MA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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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 South Yarmouth technician can then plan for both on one visit.