A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the State College listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near State College
40 repair companies serve State College from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in State College, and the rest are spread across Altoona (4), Mechanicsburg (4), and Duncansville (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Mike's Video TV & Appliances is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from State College. 11 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether State College is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention washers | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 4.1, 7.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 40 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
At the top of the State College list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin Appliance (29.7 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Burnham, 2.3 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.0 miles away, based in Lock Haven, 4.5 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in State College
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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- 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
Around State College
Washer calls in State College 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 State College Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: State College, PA
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A State College technician can then plan for both on one visit.