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 Warwick.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Warwick
Within 30 miles of Warwick there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Warwick itself, and the rest are spread across Providence (13), Cranston (5), and North Kingstown (4). Nearest on the list: Arnold's Appliance Service Inc., around 0.5 miles out. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Warwick. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Warwick: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (5.4 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance - Outlet Store (14.8 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (11.6 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (9.2 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Warwick quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Warwick
Washer calls in Warwick 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.
Questions to Ask a Warwick Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Warwick, RI
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Warwick
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Warwick technician can then plan for both on one visit.