In Bradford, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Bradford and the McKean County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Bradford
Within 60 miles of Bradford there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Bradford, and other nearby bases include Warren (2), Hornell (2), and DuBois (2). 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. De Frank Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Bradford. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Bradford is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bradford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 15.0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
The leading options for Bradford are Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Jamestown-Warren (33.7 miles away, based in Jamestown, 4.7 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Besecker & Coss Residential Appliance Service (15.0 miles away, based in Olean, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.6 miles away, based in Buffalo, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Bradford
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 Bradford
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Bradford quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Bradford
Washer calls in Bradford 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 Bradford
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bradford, PA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Other Dryer Repair in Bradford
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Bradford technician gets at the parts.