In Colonial Park, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Colonial Park and the Dauphin County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Colonial Park, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Colonial Park. The rest are spread across Harrisburg (10), York (5), and Mechanicsburg (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Colonial Park. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colonial Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 45 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 2.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
The leading options for Colonial Park are Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (6.2 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Rozman Bros Inc. (4.7 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.3 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex DCA (19.1 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Colonial Park
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Colonial Park
Washer calls in Colonial Park 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)
Before You Book in Colonial Park
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Colonial Park, PA
Why won't my washer drain?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Other Dryer Repair in Colonial Park
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Colonial Park
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Colonial Park technician gets at the parts.