A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Wilkes-Barre.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wilkes-Barre
Within 30 miles of Wilkes-Barre there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Wilkes-Barre, and the rest are spread across Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.6 |
First up for Wilkes-Barre: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Wilkes-Barre Township, 4.5 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Wilkes-Barre 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Wilkes-Barre Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Wilkes-Barre 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Wilkes-Barre
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wilkes-Barre, PA
Why won't my washer drain?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Wilkes-Barre
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wilkes-Barre technician gets at the parts.