Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Lititz.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lititz
Within 30 miles of Lititz there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Reading (7), Lancaster (5), and Columbia (3). The closest is L H Brubaker Appliances and Water Treatment, about 5.5 miles away. Of those, 12 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lititz. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.5, 6.2, 6.8 |
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
At the top of the Lititz list: LGA Appliance & Fireplace (13.0 miles away, based in Gordonville, 4.9 stars from 590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance (18.1 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.5 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex DCA (24.6 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lititz quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Lititz Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Lititz 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 Lititz
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lititz, PA
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lititz technician gets at the parts.