In Hazleton, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Hazleton.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hazleton
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hazleton. The rest are spread across Pittston (3), Wilkes-Barre Township (2), and Kingston (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.3 miles away. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hazleton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 14.8, 15.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
First up for Hazleton: Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Hazle Township, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Walnutport, 4.7 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Hazleton
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Hazleton quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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
Local Notes for Hazleton
Washer calls in Hazleton 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)
Questions to Ask a Hazleton Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hazleton, PA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Hazleton technician gets at the parts.