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 Southbridge listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Southbridge
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Southbridge. Other nearby bases include Worcester (9), Auburn (3), and Springfield (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.7 miles from Southbridge. 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Southbridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.7, 11.7, 11.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 52 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
First up for Southbridge: Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Webster, 4.4 stars from 180 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ocean State Appliance (28.6 miles away, based in Johnston, 5.0 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cluett's (17.0 miles away, based in Ware, 4.5 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in Marlborough, 4.2 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Southbridge
Washer calls in Southbridge 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Southbridge
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Southbridge, MA
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Southbridge
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Southbridge technician gets at the parts.