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. The companies below serve Northampton and the Northampton County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Northampton, PA
We found 37 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Northampton. Other nearby bases include Allentown (6), Stroudsburg (4), and Bethlehem (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.6 miles from Northampton. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.6, 3.8, 4.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
Closest matches for Northampton: Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Whitehall Township, 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Allentown, 4.6 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Walnutport, 4.7 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- 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)
Local Notes for Northampton
Washer calls in Northampton 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 Northampton Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Northampton, PA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Northampton technician gets at the parts.