A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Brookhaven.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Brookhaven
Within 30 miles of Brookhaven there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Media (4), Philadelphia (4), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Nbili Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brookhaven. 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 | 9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.4, 2.4 |
At the top of the Brookhaven list: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (10.8 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (9.2 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in West Chester, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (13.0 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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 Brookhaven
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer 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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Brookhaven Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Brookhaven 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)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Brookhaven Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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: Brookhaven, PA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Brookhaven technician gets at the parts.