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 Central Falls and the Providence County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Central Falls, RI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Central Falls. 2 list an address in Central Falls, and other nearby bases include Providence (13), Pawtucket (9), and North Attleborough (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Emergency Appliance Repair Central Falls, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.8 |
At the top of the Central Falls list: Wickford Appliance - Outlet Store (2.2 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (8.7 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (2.7 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ocean State Appliance (9.7 miles away, based in Johnston, 5.0 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Central Falls
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Central Falls quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Central Falls, RI
Washer calls in Central Falls most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
Gas piping falls under pipefitter licenses from the Department of Labor and Training, which also issues limited natural gas and propane service licenses for reconnecting gas service and servicing gas appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
Before You Book in Central Falls
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Central Falls, RI
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Central Falls
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Central Falls technician gets at the parts.