When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Dover listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Dover, OH
Within 60 miles of Dover there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Akron (6), Canton (5), and Massillon (2). 12 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 18.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses. Dover is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 18.5, 18.8, 18.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention washers | 15 |
First up for Dover: Sears Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Company (18.8 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.6 miles away, based in Wooster, 4.5 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (44.7 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Dover
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Dover quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Dover
Washer calls in Dover most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
At the state level, the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial plumbing, hydronics and HVAC contractors; for residential work the state board may lack authority, and local building departments handle code compliance and any local contractor licensing. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Dover
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dover, OH
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
Other Dryer Repair in Dover
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dover
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Dover technician gets at the parts.