A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Salem and the Columbiana County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Salem, OH
Within 30 miles of Salem there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Youngstown (6), Alliance (2), and New Castle (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Quality Appliance is the nearest, roughly 8.0 miles from Salem. 6 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Mention washers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.0, 11.8, 12.2 |
The leading options for Salem are Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (28.6 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (11.8 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Salem
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Salem quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Salem, OH
Washer calls in Salem 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
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Salem Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, OH
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why is my dryer running but not 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 Salem technician gets at the parts.