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 Newport listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Newport
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Newport. 1 list an address in Newport, and the rest are spread across Providence (6), Warwick (5), and Cranston (5). The closest is Elvarique Newport Appliance Repair Service, about 0.7 miles away. 8 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 7.5, 9.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
First up for Newport: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (22.0 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (9.7 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (26.6 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Newport
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 Newport
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Newport quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Newport
Washer calls in Newport 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 Newport
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Newport, RI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Which areas near Newport do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Newport
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Newport technician gets at the parts.