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 Allentown listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Allentown
40 repair companies serve Allentown from within 30 miles. 6 list an address in Allentown, and other nearby bases include Pottstown (5), Bethlehem (3), and Whitehall Township (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Allentown. 13 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Allentown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.5, 2.7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
Closest matches for Allentown: Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Whitehall Township, 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Allentown (6.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 621 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Allentown
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Allentown
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Allentown quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Allentown
Lehigh County Authority (Allentown Division), which supplies Allentown, reports hardness of about 13 grains per gallon (hard). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: Your Drinking Water - Lehigh County Authority
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Questions to Ask a Allentown Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Allentown, PA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Allentown technician can then plan for both on one visit.