In Worcester, 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 Worcester.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Worcester, MA
Within 30 miles of Worcester there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 of them are based in Worcester itself, and other nearby bases include Framingham (8), Marlborough (4), and Auburn (3). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Nearest on the list: Percy Montoya Inc., around 1.5 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Worcester. 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 | 23 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Mention washers | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.5, 1.5 |
The leading options for Worcester are Yale Appliance (20.8 miles away, based in Framingham, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Manny's Appliances (19.0 miles away, based in Leominster, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Marlborough, 4.2 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tri town Appliance (22.8 miles away, based in Fitchburg, 4.7 stars from 72 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Worcester
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Around Worcester
Worcester Department of Public Works, Water Operations, which supplies Worcester, reports hardness of averages about 30 ppm (mg/L), with a reported range of roughly 22-55 ppm (soft). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: City of Worcester 2025 Water Quality Report
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)
Gas piping to appliances must be done by a licensed gas fitter or a licensed master or journeyman plumber, under a permit from the local inspector, with licensing by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Worcester
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Worcester, MA
Do you cover Worcester and nearby towns?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Worcester technician gets at the parts.