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 Ambridge listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Ambridge
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ambridge. 1 of them are based in Ambridge itself, and the rest are spread across Pittsburgh (10), Cranberry Twp (4), and Coraopolis (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Beacon Ambridge Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Ambridge. 8 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ambridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 3.1, 4.4 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
First up for Ambridge: Don's Appliances Robinson Experience Center (12.2 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 2,760 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (11.6 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,422 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Cranberry Twp, 4.6 stars from 465 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Ambridge
Washer calls in Ambridge 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Ambridge
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ambridge, PA
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ambridge
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Ambridge technician gets at the parts.