When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Prospect Park and the Delaware County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Prospect Park, PA
40 repair companies serve Prospect Park from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Philadelphia (12), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 3 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Prospect Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Prospect Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Prospect Park are Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (8.7 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews); UpTech Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Bala Cynwyd, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (8.6 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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 Prospect Park
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Prospect Park quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Prospect Park, PA
Washer calls in Prospect 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Prospect Park
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Prospect Park, PA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
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 Prospect Park technician gets at the parts.