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 Kingston listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Kingston
Within 30 miles of Kingston there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Providence (9), Westerly (5), and Warwick (5). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 7 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Foreman's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Kingston. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kingston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 6.8, 7.3 |
First up for Kingston: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (21.2 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (7.6 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (28.3 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Kingston
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Kingston quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Kingston
Washer calls in Kingston 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)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Kingston
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kingston, RI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Kingston and nearby towns?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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 Kingston technician can then plan for both on one visit.