Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. The companies below serve Altoona and the Blair County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Altoona
33 repair companies serve Altoona from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Altoona itself, and the rest are spread across Johnstown (3), Duncansville (2), and State College (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Darren's Appliance Services, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Altoona is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Altoona. 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 | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 2.7 |
First up for Altoona: Martin Appliance (5.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.6 miles away, based in State College, 4.3 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Altoona quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Altoona
Washer calls in Altoona most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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 Altoona Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Altoona, PA
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Altoona
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Altoona technician gets at the parts.