Washer & Dryer Repair in Franklin, PA

In Franklin, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Franklin listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.

Washer & Dryer Repair Near Franklin

We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Franklin. 2 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Youngstown (5), Erie (5), and Cranberry Twp (4). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Nearest on the list: Fanning's Appliances, around 0.8 miles out. 17 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin is inside its regular service area.

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.

The leading options for Franklin are Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.8 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fanning's Appliances (0.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.6 miles away, based in Butler, 4.9 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.3 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

Washer Problems Worth a Call

• Lid or door will not unlock
• Water left in the drum after the cycle
• Musty smell from a front-loader

Common Dryer Symptoms

• Clothes still damp after a full cycle
• Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
• 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.

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:

• Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
• Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Drain pump replacement: $300–$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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?

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
• What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
• The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel

What Franklin Owners Should Know

Washer calls in Franklin most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.

Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Franklin

• What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
• Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
• Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?

Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin, PA

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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Franklin

Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Franklin technician gets at the parts.