When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Tyrone.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Tyrone
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Tyrone. Other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Duncansville (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Of those, 10 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Martin Appliance, about 9.1 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Tyrone is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.1, 13.7, 14.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 32 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
First up for Tyrone: Martin Appliance (9.1 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in State College, 4.3 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Tyrone quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Tyrone, PA
Washer calls in Tyrone 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Tyrone
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tyrone, PA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Tyrone technician gets at the parts.