When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Old Town.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Old Town
11 repair companies serve Old Town from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Bangor (3), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Penobscot Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.2 miles from Old Town. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Old Town is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 8.2, 10.0 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
At the top of the Old Town list: Dunnett Appliance & Mattress (10.5 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brown Appliance And Mattress (33.3 miles away, based in Ellsworth, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Old Town
Washer calls in Old Town most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
The Maine Fuel Board licenses propane and natural gas technicians, who install, repair and service gas equipment under specific authorizations, including appliance connection and service and large equipment connection and service. Source: Maine Revised Statutes Title 32, ยง18135: Propane and natural gas technician
Before You Book in Old Town
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Old Town, ME
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Do you cover Old Town and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Old Town technician gets at the parts.